Universal Receiving Frame for Pipette Tip Support Plates
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing receiving frames for pipette tips are limited in flexibility, as they are specifically adapted for particular types of support plates, restricting the configuration of automated processes and requiring multiple frames and plates to accommodate different pipette tip geometries and fixation methods.
Innovation Solution
A receiving frame designed with two opposing longitudinal and transverse walls, featuring a guide claw that allows for reversible support of at least two different pipette tip support plates with varying geometries, enabling wobble-free placement and easy removal, and adaptable to different pipette tip sizes and fixation structures.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a receiving frame is specifically adapted for a particular type of support plate, then the support and handling of that specific plate type is optimized, but the flexibility and compatibility with other support plate types are reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The receiving frame is designed with a standardized footprint and geometric features that enable it to accommodate multiple different support plate types (e.g., 96-well and 384-well formats) while maintaining stable support and proper positioning for each type
Solution Approach 2:
The receiving frame incorporates separate geometric features and engagement structures that can be selectively engaged with different support plate types, allowing the frame to adapt its effective engagement zones without changing the overall frame structure
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple receiving frames and support plates are used to accommodate different pipette tip geometries, then the specific requirements of each tip type are met, but the device complexity and number of components increase
Solution Approach 1:
A single receiving frame design serves multiple functions by accommodating different support plate formats (96-well, 384-well) and pipette tip geometries through standardized geometric features, eliminating the need for multiple specialized frames
Solution Approach 2:
The receiving frame integrates multiple engagement features, support surfaces, and geometric constraints into a single unified structure that simultaneously supports different plate types and tip configurations that would otherwise require separate components
3Quantity of substance
If support plates are stacked to save space, then storage efficiency is improved, but the complexity of handling and positioning increases
Solution Approach 1:
The receiving frame provides a standardized footprint and engagement interface that allows support plates of different types to be stacked in a uniform manner, maintaining consistent positioning and orientation relationships between stacked plates to simplify handling
Data Source
AI summary
A receiving frame for a support plate for pipette tips that is formed from two opposing longitudinal walls and two opposing transverse walls, each has an upper side and a lower side and laterally enclose an interior space is disclosed. The upper sides of the longitudinal walls and transverse walls together form a circumferential support surface on which a support plate for pipette tips can be reversibly placed. The receiving frame has a footprint on the lower side of the longitudinal walls and the transverse walls.