Orientation Identification Label for Reagent Carrier
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current laboratory analyzer devices face challenges in accurately identifying the orientation of reagent container carrier structures, which is crucial for proper analysis, as existing systems rely on barcode labels that can be prone to misinterpretation and do not effectively integrate with RFID technology for automated orientation detection.
Innovation Solution
The integration of an orientation identification label using RFID technology with an optically detectable definition pattern on the reagent container carrier structures, allowing for both RFID data storage and optical detection of orientation, ensuring correct placement and orientation within analyzer devices.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If barcode labels are used for identifying reagent container carrier structures, then identification can be achieved, but misinterpretation occurs and orientation detection is unreliable
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines RFID technology with optical definition patterns into a single orientation identification label system. The RFID assembly provides reliable data storage and transmission, while the optically detectable definition pattern enables precise orientation detection. This merging of two different identification approaches into one integrated label resolves the contradiction by allowing both reliable identification and precise orientation detection to function simultaneously without the limitations of barcode-only systems.
2Extent of automation
If RFID technology is used for data storage, then automated identification is improved, but orientation detection capability is lost
Solution Approach 1:
The orientation identification label integrates both RFID technology and optically detectable definition patterns into a single system. The RFID assembly enables automated identification through wireless data transmission, while the embedded optically detectable definition pattern simultaneously provides precise orientation detection. This merging allows the system to benefit from both automated identification capabilities and accurate orientation detection without sacrificing either function.
3Adaptability or versatility
If separate barcode and RFID systems are used, then both identification and data storage are achieved, but system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges separate barcode/RFID systems into a unified orientation identification label where the RFID assembly and optically detectable definition pattern are integrated into a single label structure. This integration maintains the versatility of having both identification and data storage capabilities while reducing system complexity by eliminating the need for separate, independent identification systems. The unified label simplifies the overall system architecture and reduces the number of components required.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
This solution enables precise and automated detection of reagent container carrier structure orientation, reducing the risk of misplacement and ensuring accurate analysis by combining RFID data with optical detection, thus enhancing the reliability of laboratory processes.
Implementation Method 1
an RFID assembly positioned on the back surface... The RFID assembly can comprise an antenna and a data storage element
Implementation Method 2
an optically detectable definition pattern defining an orientation of the label on the front surface
Data Source
AI summary
A reagent container carrier structure for holding at least one reagent container, wherein the carrier structure has thereon an RFID assembly and an optically detectable definition pattern defining an orientation of the carrier structure, is disclosed. The reagent container carrier structure may have an orientation identification label that has a front surface and a back surface, and further include an RFID assembly positioned on the back surface, and an optically detectable definition pattern defining an orientation of the label on the front surface. A reader module for reading RFID data in combination with optically detectable data defining an orientation of a respective label is also disclosed.