Parallel Preprocessing Device for Sample Throughput
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional preprocessing devices lack flexibility and efficiency in performing multiple types of preprocessing on samples simultaneously, leading to wasteful wait times and limited parameter settings.
Innovation Solution
A preprocessing device with a setting receiving section, multiple preprocessing sections, a transport section, and a preprocessing execution section that allows for simultaneous parallel processing of different samples, enabling flexible setting of preprocessing types and parameters, and controlling the transport and processing to prevent simultaneous processing of different samples at the same section.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If a plurality of separation containers is sequentially transported to predetermined positions for preprocessing, then preprocessing can be performed on each sample, but wasteful wait time occurs and preprocessing efficiency decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The system divides preprocessing operations into multiple independent preprocessing sections (first preprocessing section, second preprocessing section, etc.), each capable of performing different preprocessing tasks on different samples simultaneously. This segmentation allows parallel processing of multiple samples through different preprocessing types without waiting for sequential completion.
Solution Approach 2:
The transport section continuously transports separation containers through multiple preprocessing sections without idle wait time. While one sample undergoes time-consuming preprocessing at the first preprocessing section, other samples can simultaneously undergo different preprocessing at the second preprocessing section, ensuring continuous productive action throughout the system.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple types of preprocessing are performed sequentially on each sample, then comprehensive preprocessing is achieved, but flexibility in setting preprocessing parameters is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
Each preprocessing section is designed with universal capability to perform multiple types of preprocessing operations (filtration, concentration, derivatization, etc.). The system can flexibly assign different preprocessing types to different sections based on sample requirements, allowing comprehensive preprocessing while maintaining high adaptability through configurable parameter settings for each section.
3Productivity
If preprocessing is performed on multiple samples simultaneously at the same preprocessing section, then throughput increases, but processing errors and contamination risk increase
Solution Approach 1:
The system segments samples into different preprocessing sections based on their specific preprocessing requirements. Each section processes one sample at a time, ensuring dedicated attention and preventing cross-contamination or processing errors. The segmented architecture maintains reliability while achieving overall high throughput through parallel operation of multiple sections.
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
This configuration allows for efficient preprocessing of various sample types without wasteful wait times, increasing flexibility and efficiency by enabling sequential transport and parallel processing, even if one sample's preprocessing is time-consuming.
Implementation Method 1
a separation container with a separating layer through which a specific component in a sample is separated
Data Source
AI summary
The present invention provides a processing device with a high degree of flexibility in setting of preprocessing and which is capable of increasing the preprocessing efficiency, and an analysis system provided with the same. Setting receiving means (84d) receives, for each sample, setting of a plurality of types of preprocessing and a parameter for each preprocessing. A preprocessing execution section (84e) controls a plurality of preprocessing sections and a transport arm (24) so that a plurality of types of preprocessing set for each of different samples is performed simultaneously in parallel. The preprocessing execution section (84e) performs control in such a way that preprocessing is not to be performed on different samples at the same preprocessing section at the same.