Genetic Material Reserve Tracking via Virtual Meter Values
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Solution Overview
Problem
There is a need for systems and methods that facilitate the storage and monitoring of genetic material for genomic research and genetic testing, allowing users to track the amount of genetic material stored without physically measuring it, thus preventing depletion and ensuring continuous use for experiments and tests.
Innovation Solution
A system that uses meter values to track the amount of genetic material stored in reserves, updating these values with each withdrawal or deposit, and triggering notifications when the amount falls below a threshold, allowing for timely replenishment of genetic material.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If physical measurement methods are used to track genetic material reserves, then measurement accuracy can be achieved, but the process becomes complex and time-consuming, requiring physical disturbance of the reserves
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a virtual copy of the physical genetic material reserve by assigning a meter value that represents the amount of genetic material. This virtual meter value can be tracked, updated, and monitored without physically measuring or disturbing the actual genetic material reserves, thus achieving measurement accuracy while avoiding the complexity and disturbance of physical measurement methods
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces an intermediary representation (meter value) between the physical genetic material and the user. Instead of directly measuring the physical material, the system uses this intermediary meter value stored in a database to track reserve amounts, enabling accurate tracking without physical intervention or complex measurement equipment
2Measurement precision
If physical measurement of genetic material is performed frequently, then accurate tracking is achieved, but the genetic material may be depleted or contaminated due to physical disturbance
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses a virtual meter value as a copy that represents the genetic material amount. This virtual representation can be read and updated repeatedly without physically touching or disturbing the actual genetic material, thereby achieving continuous accurate tracking while completely avoiding material depletion or contamination that would result from frequent physical measurements
Solution Approach 2:
The system enables self-monitoring of genetic material reserves through automated updates of meter values. When genetic material is added to or removed from reserves, the meter values are automatically updated to reflect the current state, allowing continuous tracking without requiring physical measurement interventions that could harm the material
3Device complexity
If manual monitoring of genetic material reserves is used, then system simplicity is maintained, but productivity decreases due to time-consuming manual processes
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements an automated self-monitoring system where meter values are automatically updated when genetic material is added to or removed from reserves. This automation eliminates the need for manual measurement and monitoring processes, significantly improving productivity and monitoring efficiency while maintaining relatively simple system architecture through database-driven automation
Solution Approach 2:
The system incorporates feedback mechanisms where the current state of genetic material reserves (represented by meter values) is continuously tracked and can trigger notifications when thresholds are reached. This automated feedback loop improves monitoring efficiency by eliminating manual checks while keeping the overall system structure simple and straightforward
4Device complexity
If no tracking system is used, then system complexity is minimized, but loss of information occurs regarding the amount of genetic material stored
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates and maintains a virtual copy (meter value) that represents the quantity of genetic material in reserves. This digital copy preserves all information about reserve quantities without requiring complex physical measurement or tracking systems, thereby preventing information loss while keeping the system structure simple and straightforward
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AI summary
A meter value that reflects the amount of genetic material stored in a reserve is stored in a database for each reserve in a bank. Meter values allow a user to track the amount of genetic material in the reserves of a bank without needing to physically measure or disturb the reserves unnecessarily. As users withdraw and deposit genetic material from and into a reserve, the meter value is changed to reflect the change in the amount of genetic material in the reserve. In certain embodiments, the use of meter values enables accurate and instant accounting of a large number of reserves of genetic material for a large number of individuals. Users and/or individuals may be notified when a meter value falls below a threshold. Notifications may prompt a user to generate additional genetic material from biological sample or an individual to provide additional biological sample.