Integrative Collimation and Calibration Apparatus for Container Inspection
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional container inspection systems require separate and bulky calibrator and collimator units, which occupy large spaces and are heavy, making them inconvenient to install and adjust, especially in relocatable systems with limited space.
Innovation Solution
A compact, integrative collimation and calibration apparatus with a collimating block and a calibrating block mounted on a stationary plate, driven by a motor and transmission unit, forming a single structure that reduces size and weight, allowing for easier installation and operation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If separate calibrator and collimator units are used, then calibration and collimation functions are achieved, but the system occupies large space and has increased weight
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the calibrator and collimator into a single integrated unit where the calibrating block and collimating block are mounted together on a common support structure with shared positioning mechanisms, reducing the overall space occupation while maintaining both calibration and collimation functions
Solution Approach 2:
The integrated apparatus serves multiple functions simultaneously - the calibrating block performs calibration while the collimating block performs collimation, and both are controlled through a unified positioning system that allows sequential operation for different inspection requirements
2Reliability
If separate calibrator and collimator units are used, then calibration and collimation functions are achieved, but the apparatus becomes heavy and difficult to install
Solution Approach 1:
By merging the calibrator and collimator into one integrated apparatus with shared mounting structures and positioning mechanisms, the total weight is reduced compared to having two separate units, while still providing both calibration and collimation capabilities
3Reliability
If separate calibrator and collimator units are used, then calibration and collimation functions are achieved, but adjustment and operation become inconvenient
Solution Approach 1:
The integrated design allows both calibrating and collimating blocks to be adjusted through a unified positioning system with common drive mechanisms, simplifying the adjustment process compared to separately adjusting two independent units
Solution Approach 2:
The apparatus employs adjustable positioning mechanisms that allow dynamic adjustment of both calibrating and collimating blocks along the X-ray beam path, enabling flexible operation for different inspection requirements while maintaining ease of adjustment through a unified control system
4Reliability
If conventional calibrator and collimator are used in relocatable system, then inspection function is achieved, but the compartment space requirement increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent integrates the calibrator and collimator into a compact unified apparatus that can be mounted in a relocatable system with minimal compartment space, as both functions share common structural support and positioning mechanisms rather than requiring separate installations
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AI summary
A collimation and calibration integrative apparatus for container inspection system includes a collimating block; a calibrating block; a base plate; a motor and a plurality of supporting units fixed on the base plate; a transmission unit coupled to the motor for transmitting movement from the motor to a bearing plate, characterized in that the apparatus further includes: a sliding plate having one end connected to the bearing plate and the other end slidably fitted to guide rails provided on the base plate; a stationary plate fixedly connected to the sliding plate, wherein the collimating block and the calibrating block are provided on the stationary plate to form an integrative structure and an assembly gap is formed between the collimating block and the calibrating block, whereby the collimating block and the calibrating block on the stationary plate are driven by the transmission unit and the bearing plate to be moved integrally.