Modular Sterile Container Lid With Detachable Filter Covering
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing sterile container lids are difficult to handle and do not allow for easy inspection of the filter unit without opening the container, leading to potential contamination and additional sterilization steps.
Innovation Solution
A modularly structured lid with a separate filter covering that can be easily mounted and removed without tools, allowing for inspection of the filter unit without opening the sterile container.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If the filter covering is mounted integral on the lid component, then the filter device is protected against mechanical influences, but the filter covering cannot be easily removed and inspected without opening the sterile container
Solution Approach 1:
The filter covering is designed as a separate component that can be detached from the lid component through a release mechanism. This segmentation allows the filter covering to be easily removed for inspection while maintaining protection during use. The release mechanism enables users to access the filter device without opening the sterile container.
2Ease of operation
If the filter covering is made transparent, then the filter device can be inspected from outside, but the filter covering may be more susceptible to mechanical damage
Solution Approach 1:
By separating the filter covering from the lid component, the patent allows the filter covering to be made transparent for inspection purposes while the filter device itself provides the necessary mechanical protection. The detached design enables the transparent cover to be removed if damaged, preventing compromise of the sterile barrier.
3Reliability
If the filter unit is mounted from inside the container, then the filter device can be protected, but inspection of the filter requires opening the sterile container
Solution Approach 1:
The filter covering acts as an intermediary component that provides access to the filter device without requiring opening of the sterile container. Users can inspect the filter through the transparent covering or by removing it, eliminating the need to breach the sterile barrier for inspection purposes.
4Reliability
If the filter covering is securely attached to the lid, then the filter device is well protected, but the filter covering cannot be easily removed for inspection
Solution Approach 1:
The filter covering is designed as a separate, detachable component with a simple release mechanism. This segmentation allows for easy removal and reattachment without complex fastening systems, maintaining both protection and accessibility for inspection.
Data Source
AI summary
A filter covering for a sterile container lid, for completely covering at least one gas exchange portion, which is provided on a lid component of the sterile container lid, on an outside of the sterile container lid, the filter covering having at least two clip portions arranged opposite to each other on the filter covering, which are adapted to engage in a form-fitting manner in at least two clip receiving portions provided on the lid component, and by which the filter covering is mountable to and dismountable from the lid component without tools.