Analyzing Device Function Table for Remote Computer Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Operators face inconvenience when performing multiple analyses that require frequent movement between analyzing devices and computers, especially when the computer for analysis is located at a separate site, as they need to manually operate the computer after setting up the analyzing device and changing samples.
Innovation Solution
A network-connected analyzing device system that includes a function table creating and executing mechanism, allowing operators to create and execute instructions on a computer or server for analysis, including powering it on, from the analyzing device, thereby enabling remote operation of the computer without leaving the analyzing device.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Temperature
If the computer for analysis is installed at a separate site from the analyzing device, then the analyzing device can be placed in a controlled environment (temperature, humidity, cleanliness), but the operator must frequently move between the analyzing device and the computer, reducing operational convenience
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a network communication system as an intermediary between the analyzing device and the computer. The analyzing device can send analysis instructions and receive results through the network without requiring the operator to physically move to the computer location. This mediator enables remote operation while maintaining environmental control at the analyzing device site.
2Adaptability or versatility
If the operator performs multiple analyses requiring frequent changes of samples and conditions, then comprehensive analysis can be conducted, but the operator must alternately repeat preparatory operations on the analyzing device and analysis commands on the computer, increasing operation time
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a function table that stores analysis conditions, parameters, and computer control instructions in advance. Before actual analysis, all necessary settings and commands are prepared and stored in the function table. During analysis operations, the system automatically retrieves and executes pre-prepared instructions, eliminating the need for operators to repeatedly configure settings and reducing operation time while maintaining comprehensive analysis capability.
3Ease of operation
If the computer is presumed to be active and the analysis program is running, then the operator can send analysis instructions remotely, but if this presumption is not true, the operator still needs to move to the computer location, reducing system reliability
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a feedback mechanism where the analyzing device checks whether the computer is active and the analysis program is running before sending remote instructions. The system receives status information from the computer through the network and uses this feedback to determine whether remote operation is possible. If the computer is not ready, the system notifies the operator to proceed to the computer location, ensuring reliable operation while maintaining remote capability when conditions are met.
Data Source
AI summary
An operator creates a function table on an analyzing device, a computer for analysis or a server. In the function table, an instruction is described which includes designation of the computer(s) for analysis or the server, and a process to be executed by the designated computer(s) for analysis or server, and optionally includes parameter information required for execution. For analysis, the function table is displayed on a display screen of the analyzing device. When the operator selects an instruction in the table and instructs execution, the analyzing device causes the designated computer(s) for analysis or server described in the instruction to execute a process associated with the instruction. Such instruction can include a process of powering on the computer(s) for analysis. By previously describing expected processes and the computer(s) for analysis scheduled to perform the processes the processes to be executed can be instructed from the analyzing device.