Magnetic Resonance Fluid Analysis in Conduits
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current methods for analyzing fluid flow in conduits lack real-time monitoring capabilities, which is essential for optimizing industrial processes and diagnosing diseases, and they often disrupt ongoing processes, leading to inefficiencies and potential financial losses.
Innovation Solution
A system utilizing magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to measure and monitor fluid properties in real-time within conduits, allowing for continuous analysis without interrupting industrial processes, by defining coordinates within the conduit, measuring changes in fluid properties, and issuing alerts for deviations, while using a magnetic resonance device, processor, and flow-inducing mechanism to control and process data.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If traditional fluid analysis methods are used, then measurement capability is provided, but real-time monitoring is not achieved and process interruption occurs
Solution Approach 1:
The magnetic resonance device enables continuous fluid property measurement without interrupting the fluid flow through the conduit. The system maintains continuous monitoring capability while the fluid flows through the measurement zone, eliminating the need to stop the process for analysis.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces a magnetic field as an intermediary medium to enable non-contact measurement of fluid properties. The magnetic resonance technique allows measurement of fluid characteristics through magnetic interactions without physical contact or interruption of the fluid flow path.
2Productivity
If real-time fluid monitoring is implemented, then process control is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The magnetic resonance device performs multiple functions including fluid property measurement, flow characterization, and real-time monitoring within a single integrated system. This multi-functionality reduces the need for multiple separate measurement devices and complex instrumentation setups.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces complex mechanical measurement systems with magnetic field-based resonance techniques. This substitution eliminates the need for physical sensors, taps, or other mechanical intrusion methods, simplifying the overall system architecture while enabling real-time monitoring.
3Reliability
If continuous fluid analysis is performed, then process stability is improved, but measurement cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
The magnetic resonance measurement system operates using periodic radio frequency pulses that excite the magnetic moments of nuclei in the fluid. This periodic action allows continuous monitoring while maintaining energy efficiency through pulsed rather than continuous high-power operation.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Enables real-time monitoring and control of fluid properties, reducing costs and improving process stability and yield by providing accurate, continuous data on fluid behavior, allowing for immediate adjustments and preventing issues like stuck drill strings or inconsistent product quality.
Implementation Method 1
measuring said fluid using magnetic resonance
Data Source
AI summary
System and method for analyzing changes in a fluid flowing through a conduit, including defining at least one coordinate within said conduit, said conduit having a first plurality of slices, receiving at least one known value for at least one property of the fluid, measuring said fluid using magnetic resonance, determining at least one image from the measured fluid, the at least one image having a second plurality of slices for said at least one coordinate, determining a second set of values for said at least one property of said fluid, comparing the first set of values and second set of values for said at least one property to determine a difference value, checking deviation of the determined difference from a predetermined value for said fluid, and issuing an alert if the deviation is not substantially zero.