Analysis Condition Data Conversion Device for Mass Spectrometry

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing data processing systems for analysis devices, such as mass spectrometry devices, lack compatibility, requiring users to manually input and re-validate analysis parameters for different device models, leading to potential input errors and inefficiencies.

Innovation Solution

An analysis condition data conversion device that acquires and converts analysis parameters from one device model to another using an item setter and parameter value converter, allowing automatic conversion based on device characteristics and predetermined rules, eliminating the need for manual input and re-validation.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If a dedicated data processing program is prepared for each analysis device model, then the analysis device can be controlled accurately, but compatibility among different data processing programs is lost and manual input is required for each model

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvecontrol accuracyVSAvoidcompatibility

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The patent segments analysis parameters into two categories: device-dependent parameters (first item) and device-independent parameters (second item). This segmentation allows the system to handle model-specific parameters separately while maintaining compatibility for universal parameters across different device models.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The patent introduces a conversion device as an intermediary between different data processing programs. This conversion device automatically converts analysis parameters from one device model to another, eliminating the need for manual re-input and ensuring compatibility while maintaining control accuracy.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

2Reliability

If analysis parameters are manually input for each device model, then parameter validity can be verified, but input errors may occur and time is consumed

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveparameter validityVSAvoidinput time

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The patent performs preliminary classification of parameters into device-dependent and device-independent categories. This preliminary action enables automatic conversion for device-dependent parameters while preserving device-independent parameters, reducing manual input time while maintaining validity through automated conversion rules.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The conversion device performs self-service by automatically converting parameters between different device models using predefined conversion rules. This eliminates the need for manual re-input and re-validation, reducing time loss while ensuring parameter validity through automated processes.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #25Self-service

3Adaptability or versatility

If analysis parameter values are changed between device models, then parameters can be fitted to different models, but re-examination of parameter validity is necessary

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveparameter adaptabilityVSAvoidparameter validity

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements a feedback mechanism where the conversion device automatically converts device-dependent parameters using predefined rules and relationships. This feedback loop ensures that converted parameters maintain validity for the target device model without requiring manual re-examination, while still adapting parameters to different models.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #23Feedback

4Ease of manufacture

If dedicated control programs are used for each analysis device, then device-specific functions are optimized, but system complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvedevice optimizationVSAvoidsystem complexity

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of manufactureVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent creates a universal conversion device that can handle multiple device models through a single system. By classifying parameters into device-dependent and device-independent categories, the system maintains device-specific optimization while reducing overall complexity through a unified conversion approach rather than separate dedicated programs for each device.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Data Source

PatentUS11210065B2Analysis condition data conversion device, data processing system and analysis system

Publication Date: 2021.12.28 SHIMADZU CORP

AI summary

An item setter sets a plurality of first analysis parameters included in first analysis condition data acquired by an analysis condition data acquirer in a first item that is dependent on characteristics of a first analysis device and a second analysis device, and a second item that is not dependent on the characteristics of the first and second analysis devices. A parameter value converter converts a value of a first analysis parameter of the first item that is set by the item setter into a value of a second analysis parameter corresponding to a second data processing device for the second analysis device, and takes a value of a first analysis parameter of the second item that is set by the item setter as a value of a second analysis parameter as it is.