Immersion Probe for Simultaneous Imaging and Spectroscopy
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current methods for analyzing liquids and particles in chemical and biological processes require multiple separate devices for imaging and spectroscopy, which are costly, cumbersome, and impractical for small-scale processing due to the need for multiple installation points and maintenance, lacking a single system for simultaneous multi-optical analysis.
Innovation Solution
A system and method that combines an imaging component and a spectrometer component sharing a common optical path, forming an elongated probe that can be inserted into processing vessels for real-time, simultaneous imaging and spectroscopic analysis of liquids and particles, allowing for a single installation point and combined data capture.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple separate imaging and spectroscopy devices are used for analyzing liquids and particles, then comprehensive analysis capability is improved, but device complexity and installation requirements worsen
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple separate imaging and spectroscopy devices into a single integrated system with a shared optical path. The system merges the functional components of different devices (imaging component, spectroscopy component, light sources, detectors) into one unified apparatus that can perform both imaging and spectroscopic analysis simultaneously, eliminating the need for multiple separate installation points and reducing overall system complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The integrated system is designed to perform multiple functions through a single device. The system can simultaneously conduct imaging analysis, spectroscopic analysis, and particle characterization using shared optical components and detectors. This multi-functional design allows one system to replace multiple specialized devices, providing versatile analysis capability while reducing installation and maintenance requirements.
2Measurement precision
If multiple separate probes are installed for different optical analyses, then measurement accuracy is improved, but ease of operation and maintenance worsen
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple probe functions into a single integrated probe that can perform both imaging and spectroscopic measurements. The shared optical path and common detector system allow the probe to switch between or simultaneously execute different measurement modes without requiring physical reconfiguration or multiple installation points, significantly improving operational convenience while maintaining measurement precision.
3Loss of information
If multiple separate devices are used for simultaneous imaging and spectroscopy, then data comprehensiveness is improved, but installation requirements and cost worsen
Solution Approach 1:
The system merges multiple measurement capabilities into a single integrated platform with shared optical components, light sources, and detectors. This consolidation allows simultaneous acquisition of imaging and spectroscopic data from the same sample volume through a single installation point, providing comprehensive information while reducing the number of required installation locations and lowering overall system cost.
4Measurement precision
If separate imaging and spectroscopy systems are used, then measurement precision is improved, but productivity and efficiency worsen
Solution Approach 1:
The integrated system merges imaging and spectroscopy measurements into a single coordinated platform that can simultaneously acquire both types of data from the same sample. The shared optical path and synchronized detection system eliminate the need for sequential measurements or multiple separate monitoring points, thereby improving productivity and monitoring efficiency while maintaining the measurement precision of individual components.
Data Source
AI summary
An immersion probe system is provided for simultaneously performing first analysis of a first portion of light originating from liquids and/or particles in a fluid and second analysis of a second portion of the light originating from the liquids and/or particles. The system defines an optical axis and includes a first component including a first analyzer, a window, and a first optical path extending between the window and the first analyzer. The system also includes a second component including a second analyzer, the window, and a second optical path extending between the window and the second analyzer. The system further includes a spectral selector placed in the first optical path and in the second optical path to direct the first portion of the light, which originates from the liquids and/or particles and passes through the window, to the first analyzer, and to direct the second portion of said light to the second analyzer. The system includes an illumination path that delivers illumination light or lights based on a beam(s) that passes through the window at an oblique or normal angle to the optical axis. The first component and the second component share a common optical path at least between the window and the spectral selector.