Quantum Beam Generation Device with Automated Target Synchronization

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Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional devices for quantum beam generation are not capable of automatic and continuous quantum beam generation.

Innovation Solution

A device comprising a chamber, a target supply unit, a target monitor, and a laser light irradiator controlled by a controller to automatically and continuously generate quantum beams, where the target supply unit emits targets at controlled intervals and the target monitor detects the target's position and time to synchronize the laser irradiation with the target's motion.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Extent of automation

If conventional devices are used for quantum beam generation, then the device structure is simple, but automatic and continuous quantum beam generation cannot be achieved

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveautomatic and continuous quantum beam generationVSAvoiddevice structure
Core Design Contradiction:
Extent of automationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The device is divided into independent functional modules: target supply unit with emission port, chamber for quantum beam generation, laser light irradiator with condensing optical unit, and controller. Each module operates independently but coordinates through the control system, enabling automated continuous operation while maintaining manageable complexity through modular design

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

Targets are pre-positioned in the target supply unit and the system performs preliminary monitoring of target position and timing before each quantum beam generation cycle. The controller pre-calculates irradiation timing based on monitored target parameters, enabling automatic continuous operation without manual intervention for each cycle

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

2Productivity

If manual operation is used for target supply and laser irradiation, then the device complexity is low, but continuous quantum beam generation cannot be achieved

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecontinuous quantum beam generationVSAvoidcontrol system
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The target monitor continuously detects target position and timing information, feeding this data back to the controller. The controller uses this feedback to dynamically adjust laser irradiation timing and condensing optical unit positioning, enabling continuous automated operation with real-time optimization

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Solution Approach 2:

The system performs self-regulation through automated target monitoring and controller-based coordination. The device supplies targets and triggers laser irradiation automatically based on monitored target parameters, eliminating the need for manual operation while achieving continuous quantum beam generation

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

3Measurement precision

If targets are supplied without precise timing control, then the emission process is simple, but synchronization with laser irradiation cannot be achieved

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvetarget position and timing detectionVSAvoidmonitoring and control system
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The target monitor performs preliminary detection of target position and timing before laser irradiation occurs. The controller uses this advance information to calculate and prepare the precise irradiation timing, ensuring synchronization without requiring complex real-time adjustment during the actual irradiation process

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

Manual timing adjustment is replaced with automated electronic detection and control. The target monitor and controller use electronic signals to detect target parameters and calculate irradiation timing, replacing mechanical synchronization methods with precision electronic measurement and control systems

Inventive Principle:
Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

4Manufacturing precision

If laser light is not condensed precisely, then the optical system is simple, but irradiation efficiency at the target position decreases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvelaser light condensing precisionVSAvoidcondensing optical unit
Core Design Contradiction:
Manufacturing precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The condensing optical unit is designed with adjustable parameters that can be dynamically controlled based on target position feedback. The controller modifies condensing parameters in response to monitored target variations, enabling precise laser light condensing while maintaining system adaptability rather than requiring fixed complex optics

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The target monitor provides feedback on target position to the controller, which adjusts the condensing optical unit parameters accordingly. This closed-loop control enables precise laser condensing at the actual target position rather than requiring perfect static alignment, improving precision through active compensation

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

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

Enables automatic and continuous quantum beam generation, allowing for periodic and controlled supply and irradiation of targets within the chamber, thereby achieving continuous quantum beam production.

Implementation Method 1

a laser light irradiator that irradiates the target present inside the chamber, with laser light

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectLaser: Laser

Implementation Method 2

the condensing optical unit condenses the laser light output from the laser light output unit, based on control by the controller

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectOptical condensation: Focusing

Data Source

PatentUS10134492B2Device for quantum beam generation, method for quantum beam generation, and device for laser fusion
Publication Date: 2018.11.20 HAMAMATSU PHOTONICS KK
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AI summary

The device has a target supply unit 4a for supplying a target 2a to a chamber 3a, a target monitor 5a for monitoring the target 2a present inside the chamber 3a, a laser light irradiator 6a for irradiating the target 2a present inside the chamber 3a, with laser light 8a, and a controller 7a. The target supply unit 4a emits the target 2a at a timing for emitting, that is controlled by the controller 7a, into a preset emission direction 3d inside the chamber 3a, and the controller 7a calculates an irradiation point 4d with the laser light 8a, calculates a timing for arriving of the target 2a at the irradiation point 4d, and makes the laser light irradiator 6a irradiate the target with the laser light, based on the irradiation point 4d and the timing for arriving.