Static CT Detection Device with Opening Portion

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing CT detection devices require objects to be moved onto a conveying belt for detection, which is inefficient and can lead to contamination and radiation exposure, especially when detecting sensitive materials like meat.

Innovation Solution

A static CT detection device with a shielding body and an opening portion that allows objects to be conveyed directly through a detection channel without contact, using a ray source and detector arranged outside the channel to prevent radiation leakage and contamination, and incorporating a shielding cover and labyrinth-like structure for enhanced protection.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Productivity

If a conveying belt is used to transport objects through the detection channel, then objects can be detected, but the device complexity increases and contamination risk increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedetection capabilityVSAvoidconveying belt system
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent removes the conveying belt system entirely from the detection device. Instead of having objects conveyed through a enclosed channel with belts, the invention uses an open detection area where objects can be directly detected while moving through the space, eliminating the need for mechanical conveying components and their associated complexity

Inventive Principle:
Principle #2Taking out (Extraction)

Solution Approach 2:

The detection space is divided into a detection area surrounded by shielding walls and a separate opening area. This segmentation allows objects to pass through the opening without contacting the shielding structure or conveying mechanisms, while still enabling detection within the protected detection area

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

2Productivity

If a conveying belt is used to transport objects, then detection can be performed, but manual operations are required and efficiency decreases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedetection throughputVSAvoidmanual handling requirement
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The detection device allows objects to be detected automatically as they pass through the opening area. The system does not require manual placement onto conveying belts or intervention to move objects through the detection process, enabling continuous automated detection of moving objects

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

3Reliability

If objects are moved onto a conveying belt, then detection can occur, but contamination risk increases for sensitive materials

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedetection functionVSAvoidcontamination risk
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The invention extracts objects from the enclosed detection channel environment and allows them to pass through an open detection area. This eliminates contact between objects and potential contamination sources such as conveying belts, shielding surfaces, and mechanical components within the detection path

Inventive Principle:
Principle #2Taking out (Extraction)

Solution Approach 2:

The opening area serves as an intermediary space between the external environment and the protected detection area. Objects pass through this intermediate zone without contacting the shielding structure or detection channel walls, preventing contamination while enabling detection

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

4Object-affected harmful factors

If a closed detection channel is used to prevent radiation leakage, then radiation safety is improved, but the device becomes more complex and requires conveying mechanisms

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveradiation leakage preventionVSAvoidshielding structure
Core Design Contradiction:
Object-affected harmful factorsVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

Instead of enclosing the entire detection space, shielding walls are strategically positioned only where radiation containment is necessary. The opening area remains unshielded to allow object passage, while localized shielding prevents radiation leakage in critical directions, reducing overall structural complexity

Inventive Principle:
Principle #3Local quality

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 improves efficiency by eliminating the need for a conveying belt, reduces contamination risk, and enhances detection accuracy while minimizing manual operations and production costs.

Implementation Method 1

a ray source, emitting rays for detecting the object under detection when the object under detection passes through the detection channel

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectX-Ray: X-Ray

Data Source

PatentUS11925183B2Static CT detection device
Publication Date: 2024.03.12 NUCTECH CO LTD
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  • US11925183B2 patent drawing
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AI summary

The present disclosure relates to a static CT detection device, including: a shielding body, formed with a detection channel through which an object under detection can pass; a ray source, emitting rays for detecting the object under detection when the object under detection passes through the detection channel; and a detector, for acquiring the rays emitted by the ray source and having passed through the detection channel, wherein the shielding body is formed with an opening portion, and the opening portion extends from an inlet of the detection channel to an outlet of the detection channel.