Electromagnetic Wave Detection Device Using Reflector Path Extension
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing detection devices using electromagnetic waves struggle to accurately detect the presence and state of substances, such as gases or liquids, due to limitations in signal attenuation and noise interference, particularly when the substances are not directly interacting with the electromagnetic waves.
Innovation Solution
A detection device comprising a transmitter, a reflector, and a receiver, where the transmitter emits electromagnetic waves through a partition member to a detection region, and the reflector, formed from a material that reflects electromagnetic waves, extends the optical path, allowing the receiver to detect changes in wave strength, thereby improving accuracy and reducing noise interference.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If electromagnetic waves are emitted directly to detect substances, then the detection process is simple, but signal attenuation and noise interference reduce measurement precision
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a reflector to create an optical path that extends the interaction distance between electromagnetic waves and substances. By folding the detection path using reflection, the system achieves longer effective path length within a compact physical footprint, thereby improving measurement precision without proportionally increasing device size
Solution Approach 2:
The reflector acts as an intermediary element that extends the optical path between the electromagnetic wave source and the detector. This mediator allows the waves to interact with the substance over a longer distance, enhancing detection sensitivity and precision without requiring a direct linear arrangement
2Measurement precision
If the optical path is extended to improve detection accuracy, then measurement precision increases, but the device size increases
Solution Approach 1:
The reflector folds the optical path into multiple segments, transforming a long linear path into a compact multi-directional configuration. This dimensional rearrangement allows the electromagnetic waves to travel a longer effective distance while the physical device occupies less volume
3Measurement precision
If substances are not directly interacting with electromagnetic waves, then non-destructive measurement is achieved, but signal strength decreases leading to poor measurement precision
Solution Approach 1:
By extending the optical path through reflection, the system compensates for signal attenuation by increasing the interaction distance. The folded path allows waves to accumulate interaction with the substance over a longer effective length, maintaining sufficient signal strength for accurate detection
Solution Approach 2:
The reflector enables the electromagnetic waves to continue interacting with the substance over an extended path rather than a single direct pass. This continuous interaction along the folded optical path maximizes the useful detection action while maintaining signal integrity
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The device effectively detects the presence and state of substances by enhancing signal interaction and reducing noise, providing improved accuracy and reliability in non-destructive measurements.
Implementation Method 1
a transmitter configured to emit an electromagnetic wave toward a detection subject region through a partition member that partitions the transmitter and a receiver from the detection subject region
Implementation Method 2
a reflector arranged in an optical path of an electromagnetic wave emitted from the transmitter and configured to reflect the electromagnetic wave transmitted through at least part of the detection subject region
Implementation Method 3
a receiver configured to receive the electromagnetic wave reflected by the reflector
Data Source
AI summary
This detection device is provided with a transmission unit that generates electromagnetic waves, a compartment bottom portion by which electromagnetic waves are reflected, and a reception unit that receives electromagnetic waves. The transmission unit emits electromagnetic waves to a detection target region through a partition member for partitioning the detection target region from the transmission unit and the reception unit. The compartment bottom portion is provided on the optical path of the electromagnetic waves emitted from the transmission unit and reflects electromagnetic waves having passed through at least a portion of the detection target region. The reception unit receives electromagnetic waves that have been reflected by the compartment bottom portion and are inputted from the detection target region through the partition member.