Analysis Instrument Sleep Preparation for Fast Reliable Restart
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional analysis apparatuses require a lengthy preparatory process to resume operation from a sleep state, causing delays in immediate analysis and inefficient energy and resource usage.
Innovation Solution
The analysis apparatus incorporates a preparatory action setting part that allows users to choose between rapid resumption or energy-saving modes, with options for performing preparatory actions such as blank measurements and lubricating the sampling nozzle, enabling quicker operation resumption without the need for full preparatory actions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If the analysis apparatus performs full preparatory actions (blank measurement, buffer tank filling, sampling nozzle wetting) when resuming from sleep state, then measurement reliability is improved, but operation resumption time increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies partial action by selectively performing only necessary preparatory actions based on the sleep duration. For short sleep periods, the system performs minimal or no preparatory actions, while for longer sleep periods, full preparatory actions are executed. This resolves the contradiction by adapting the level of preparation to the actual need, avoiding unnecessary time consumption while maintaining measurement reliability when required.
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs preliminary actions in advance by executing preparatory actions before the sleep state ends or before measurement is needed. The control unit determines in advance whether preparatory actions are needed based on sleep duration, and performs them proactively, so that when measurement is requested, the system is already ready, eliminating waiting time.
2Use of energy by moving object
If the analysis apparatus enters sleep state to save energy, then energy consumption is reduced, but operation resumption speed decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies dynamics by making the sleep state configurable and adaptable. The system allows users to set different sleep thresholds and preparatory action preferences, transforming a static sleep mechanism into a dynamic one that can adjust between energy-saving mode and rapid resumption mode based on operational needs, resolving the fixed trade-off between energy consumption and resumption speed.
Solution Approach 2:
The system changes parameters by allowing dynamic adjustment of sleep state parameters such as sleep threshold time, preparatory action execution preference, and measurement queue handling. These parameter changes enable the system to optimize the balance between energy saving and resumption speed according to specific operational scenarios, rather than being locked into a fixed behavior.
3Measurement precision
If the control part performs all preparatory actions before sleep, then measurement accuracy is maintained, but energy consumption during sleep preparation increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies partial action by performing only the minimum necessary preparatory actions before entering sleep state, or none at all if the sleep duration is short. The system evaluates whether full preparatory actions are needed based on the anticipated sleep duration and measurement requirements, performing only essential actions to maintain measurement accuracy while minimizing energy consumption during preparation.
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 solution allows for faster resumption of analysis operations while providing energy and resource-saving options, enabling the apparatus to enter a sleep state that can quickly resume operations or conserve resources, meeting user needs.
Implementation Method 1
the sampling nozzle reciprocates in the vertical direction by the driving unit, whereby the liquid is supplied as a lubricating liquid to a contact interface between the O-ring and the sampling nozzle
Data Source
AI summary
Provided is an analysis apparatus having a control part having a preparatory action setting part for determination of whether the first and second controls are performed or the third and fourth controls are performed. The first control sets a sleep-planned part to a sleep state at a first time point when the state of non-use of the analysis apparatus has lasted for a predetermined time length, and then causes performance of a preparatory action by a first predetermined part; the second control resumes the operation of the analysis apparatus when a command signal to resume the operation is received; the third control places a sleep-planned part in a sleep state at a second time point when the state of non-use has lasted for a time length; and the fourth control causes a preparatory action of a second predetermined part to resume operation.