Swappable Rotating Body for Multi-Bag Centrifugal Separation

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Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional centrifugal separation systems require a new centrifugal separator for each type of centrifugal bag set, limiting their versatility and efficiency.

Innovation Solution

A centrifugal separation system with a rotating body that can accommodate and quickly swap different types of centrifugal bag sets, featuring a liquid delivery mechanism, balancer, and control units to automate liquid transfer and separation processes.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If a conventional centrifugal separation system uses a dedicated centrifugal separator for each type of centrifugal bag set, then the separation process is simple and reliable, but the system lacks versatility and requires multiple separators to handle different bag types

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveability to process different types of centrifugal bag setsVSAvoidsystem complexity

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The centrifugal separator is designed with a universal interface and standardized mounting structure that allows it to accommodate multiple types of centrifugal bag sets. The rotating body includes standardized slots and positioning features that can hold different bag configurations, enabling a single separator to perform multiple functions and process various bag types without requiring dedicated equipment for each type.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Productivity

If a conventional centrifugal separation system prepares a new centrifugal separator for each bag set type, then each separator is optimized for its specific bag type, but the utilization efficiency decreases and standby time increases

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveutilization efficiency of centrifugal separatorVSAvoidstandby time

Core Design Contradiction:

ProductivityVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The system incorporates a quickly detachable rotating body that can be rapidly exchanged between different centrifugal bag set configurations. The rotating body features quick-release mechanisms and standardized interfaces that enable fast replacement without complex tooling or procedures. This dynamic reconfiguration capability allows the separator to transition between different bag types efficiently, minimizing standby time and maximizing utilization efficiency by keeping the separator in active use rather than idle.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

3Adaptability or versatility

If the rotating body accommodates multiple types of centrifugal bag sets with different configurations, then versatility is improved, but the structural design becomes more complex

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveability to accommodate different centrifugal bag set configurationsVSAvoidrotating body structural design

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The rotating body is segmented into multiple standardized slots, each capable of accommodating different types of centrifugal bag sets. Each slot is designed with standardized dimensions and positioning features that can adapt to various bag configurations. This segmentation allows the rotating body to handle multiple bag types independently, providing versatility through modular slot design rather than complex integrated structures.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The rotating body design incorporates adjustable parameters such as slot positioning, orientation, and dimensions that can be configured to match different centrifugal bag set requirements. By making these parameters adjustable rather than fixed, the rotating body can accommodate various bag types while maintaining a relatively simple base structure. The standardized interface parameters enable flexibility without requiring complete redesign for each bag type.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #35Parameter changes

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

Enhances utilization efficiency, reduces manual labor, stabilizes rotational motion, and increases operating rates by allowing flexible processing of multiple bag types with reduced standby times.

Implementation Method 1

a centrifugal separator that rotates the rotating body, wherein the rotating body is attachable to and detachable from the centrifugal separator that centrifugally separates the centrifugal bag set

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectCentrifugal separation: Centrifugal Separation

Data Source

PatentUS20260102778A1Centrifugal separation system, rotating body, and centrifugal separator

Publication Date: 2026.04.16 TERUMO KK

AI summary

A centrifugal separation system performs centrifugal separation using a centrifugal bag set including a first bag that accommodates a liquid to be processed, and one or a plurality of child bags that exchanges the liquid with the first bag. The centrifugal separation system includes a rotating body that accommodates one centrifugal bag set, and a centrifugal separator that rotates the rotating body. The rotating body is attached to and detached from the centrifugal separator in a state of accommodating the centrifugal bag set.