Reaction Container Insertion With Self-Lubricating Incubator Hole
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing automatic analyzers face difficulties in smoothly inserting tubular-shaped reaction vessels into incubators due to increased resistance, which can degrade processing performance.
Innovation Solution
Incorporation of a lubricating member with self-lubricating properties at the inlet port of the incubator's holes to facilitate smooth insertion of reaction vessels.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Quantity of substance
If a reaction vessel in a tubular shape is used, then the liquid amount of the sample is reduced, but the resistance at the time of insertion into the hole of the incubator increases
Solution Approach 1:
A lubricating member is introduced as an intermediary component between the reaction vessel and the incubator hole. This lubricating member has a lubricating surface that reduces friction and resistance during insertion, allowing the tubular reaction vessel to be inserted smoothly while maintaining its space-efficient design
Solution Approach 2:
The surface properties of the incubator hole are changed by providing a lubricating surface on the lubricating member. This changes the friction parameter at the interface between the reaction vessel and the hole, reducing resistance from high to low and enabling smooth insertion of the tubular vessel
2Quantity of substance
If a reaction vessel in a tubular shape is used, then the liquid amount of the sample is reduced, but the processing performance of the automatic analyzer is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The lubricating member acts as a mediator that eliminates insertion resistance, ensuring that the transfer unit can smoothly insert tubular reaction vessels into the incubator. This maintains the automated processing flow and prevents delays that would reduce processing performance
Solution Approach 2:
The lubricating member has self-lubricating properties, meaning it inherently provides low friction without requiring external lubrication systems or additional components. This self-service characteristic ensures consistent smooth insertion and maintains reliable processing performance
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Ensures seamless insertion of reaction vessels into incubators, maintaining the processing performance of the automatic analyzer.
Implementation Method 1
a lubricating member having a self-lubricating property is provided at an inlet port of the hole
Data Source
AI summary
To provide an automatic analyzer in which a reaction container can be smoothly inserted into a hole of an incubator. An automatic analyzer 100 analyzing a sample includes: an incubator 105 having a hole 202 into which a reaction container 114 containing a mixture of the sample and a reagent is to be inserted; and a transfer unit 109 configured to transfer an unused reaction container 114 to the incubator 105 and insert the reaction container 114 into the hole 202. A lubricating member 203 having a self-lubricating property is provided at an inlet port of the hole 202.