Automated Cup Handling Mechanism for Thromboelastometer
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current thromboelastometers require manual handling of cups, leading to high labor intensity and low test efficiency during blood coagulation data detection.
Innovation Solution
A driving device with an up-down-driving mechanism, rotationally-driving mechanism, and horizontally-driving mechanism automates the process of taking and loading cups, using a cup-clamping mechanism driven by multiple sources to move cups between stations, reducing manual labor and improving accuracy.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If manual handling of cups is used in thromboelastometer, then device complexity is reduced, but productivity decreases and labor intensity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system enables automated self-service operation through the driving device that automatically performs cup taking, loading, and positioning operations without manual intervention. The multiple driving sources coordinate to move the cup-clamping mechanism through various positions, allowing the device to serve itself in the cup handling process.
Solution Approach 2:
Manual mechanical operations are replaced with an automated driving mechanism comprising multiple driving sources (first driving source for clamping, second driving source for up-down movement, third driving source for rotation, fourth driving source for horizontal movement). This substitution transforms manual labor into an automated mechanical system.
2Loss of time
If manual cup handling is used, then device complexity is low, but loss of time increases due to manual operations
Solution Approach 1:
The driving device enables continuous automated operation by coordinating multiple driving sources to perform cup taking, loading, and positioning in a continuous sequence without manual intervention. The cup-clamping mechanism moves continuously between different positions under automated control, eliminating idle time between operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs preliminary positioning and preparation of cups automatically before the actual testing begins. The driving device pre-positions the cup-clamping mechanism and prepares cups for loading, reducing the time required during the critical testing phase.
3Productivity
If automated cup handling is implemented, then productivity increases, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The automated driving device is segmented into multiple independent driving sources, each responsible for a specific function: first driving source for clamping, second for vertical movement, third for rotation, and fourth for horizontal movement. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized independently while working together as an integrated system.
Solution Approach 2:
The cup-clamping mechanism serves multiple functions through the coordinated action of different driving sources: it can clamp cups, move vertically, rotate, and move horizontally. This multi-functionality is achieved through a universal driving system that integrates multiple movement modes into a single mechanism.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The automated system significantly reduces labor intensity, enhances test accuracy, and lowers error rates by enabling fully automated cup handling and data detection in thromboelastometry.
Implementation Method 1
the screw rod is installed on the mounting frame, connected with the driving steering assemble, and driven by the driving steering assemble to rotate, the screw rod is connected to the clamping-cup mechanism, while rotating, it drives the clamping-cup mechanism to move up and down in the first direction
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AI summary
The invention discloses a test-driving device and a driving method. Said device comprises a cup-clamping mechanism, and an up-down-driving mechanism, a rotationally-driving mechanism and a horizontally-driving mechanism that are connected to said cup-clamping mechanism, the cup-clamping mechanism is cooperatively driven by the rotationally-driving mechanism, the horizontally-driving mechanism and the up-down-driving mechanism to clamp and unload a testing cup to each station. The invention achieves completely automatically taking and loading testing cups during detecting the blood coagulation data.