Modular Absorption Measuring System Alignment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing absorption measurement systems face challenges in achieving precise alignment between the sample device and evaluation device, leading to inaccuracies in measurement results, especially in continuous monitoring tasks, and are limited by the use of organic semiconductor components with shorter service life and higher costs.
Innovation Solution
A modular absorption measurement system with a detection module and sample module designed for close arrangement, allowing for precise configuration and alignment, using electroluminescent components for the radiation source and organic semiconductor components for the quantum detector, with a guide structure for fluid media and lyophilized reaction material for indirect quantitative determination.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If the sample device and evaluation device are aligned manually, then the device complexity is reduced, but the measurement precision deteriorates due to alignment inaccuracies
Solution Approach 1:
The system is divided into separate sample device and evaluation device modules, each with its own alignment features. This segmentation allows independent manufacturing and simplifies assembly while maintaining precision through standardized alignment interfaces.
Solution Approach 2:
The alignment features automatically self-align the sample device and evaluation device during assembly, eliminating the need for manual alignment procedures. The protrusion and recess structures guide precise positioning without requiring operator skill or adjustment.
2Ease of manufacture
If organic semiconductor components are used for the radiation source, then the ease of manufacture is improved, but the duration of action deteriorates due to shorter service life
Solution Approach 1:
The system allows dynamic selection between different radiation source types (organic semiconductor components for easy manufacture, inorganic semiconductor components for long service life) depending on the specific application requirements. This flexibility enables optimization of the manufacturing-service life trade-off.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the material parameter of the radiation source from organic semiconductor to inorganic semiconductor, fundamentally altering the service life characteristic while maintaining the overall device functionality. This parameter change resolves the contradiction by selecting the appropriate material class for the intended application duration.
3Ease of manufacture
If organic semiconductor components are used for the quantum detector, then the ease of manufacture is improved, but the duration of action deteriorates due to shorter service life
Solution Approach 1:
The system allows dynamic selection between different quantum detector types (organic semiconductor components for easy manufacture, inorganic semiconductor components for long service life) depending on the specific application requirements. This flexibility enables optimization of the manufacturing-service life trade-off.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the material parameter of the quantum detector from organic semiconductor to inorganic semiconductor, fundamentally altering the service life characteristic while maintaining the overall device functionality. This parameter change resolves the contradiction by selecting the appropriate material class for the intended application duration.
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
The modular design ensures high repeatability and accuracy of measurements, reduces alignment errors, and provides a cost-effective solution with extended component lifespan and simplified production and disposal processes.
Implementation Method 1
the radiation source is designed as an electroluminescence component
Implementation Method 2
the detection system comprising an electromagnetic radiation source and a quantum detector
Implementation Method 3
Absorption measuring systems are preferably used wherever a change in transparency can be used to determine the content quantitatively
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AI summary
The invention relates to a modular absorption measuring system (1) for fluidic media, comprising a detection module (2) and a sample module (3) with a sample chamber. The detection module (2) comprises a detection system (5) which contains an electromagnetic radiation source (8) and a quantum detector (9). The radiation source (8) is designed to emit light towards the sample chamber and the quantum detector (9) is designed to receive light from the sample chamber. The electromagnetic radiation source (8) is in the form of an electroluminescent component and the detection module (2) and the sample module (3) are designed to be arranged on top of one another.