Observation Sample Production with Automated Corner Plate Positioning
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing sample producing apparatuses require improvements to enhance working efficiency in producing observation samples, particularly in terms of reducing the moving distance or range required for operators to produce samples efficiently.
Innovation Solution
A sample producing apparatus is designed with a housing containing a holding portion for the optically transparent plate, a moving unit to transport the plate to an imparting region, and a control unit that directs the moving unit to move from a supply position to an imparting position, optimizing the workflow for efficient sample production.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If the imparting region is positioned at a corner portion close to both front wall portion and one side wall portion of the housing, then the working efficiency is improved by reducing the moving distance for operators, but the device complexity increases due to the need for precise positioning and control mechanisms
Solution Approach 1:
The imparting region is positioned at a corner portion of the housing, utilizing the three-dimensional space efficiently. This corner positioning allows operators to access the imparting region from multiple directions (front and side), effectively reducing the moving distance required during sample production while maintaining a compact overall device structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The holding portion is designed to automatically move the plate to the pre-determined corner imparting region, eliminating the need for operators to manually transport plates across the entire housing. This preliminary automated positioning action reduces both moving distance and operational complexity.
2Productivity
If the holding portion moves automatically from supply position to imparting position under control unit control, then the working efficiency is improved, but the device complexity increases due to additional moving and control mechanisms
Solution Approach 1:
The moving unit serves multiple functions: it transports the plate from the supply position to the imparting position, positions the plate accurately at the corner region, and facilitates efficient workflow. This multi-functionality reduces the need for separate dedicated mechanisms for each operation, thereby improving working efficiency while limiting the increase in overall device complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The control unit automatically manages the movement of the holding portion and plate positioning without requiring continuous manual intervention. The system performs self-service operations by autonomously navigating the plate to the optimal imparting position, improving efficiency while the automated control reduces the complexity of manual operation procedures.
Data Source
AI summary
A sample producing apparatus produces an observation sample by placing an observation target object on a surface of a liquid pool on an optically transparent plate and then removing the liquid pool. The sample producing apparatus comprises a holding means for holding the plate, and a tilting means for tilting the plate such that the liquid pool on the plate is flowed. According to the sample producing apparatus, the working efficiency when producing the observation sample is improved.