Vapor Detection and Removal in Imaging Devices
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Solution Overview
Problem
Vapor such as fog, water drops, frost, or ice can appear inside or outside imaging acquisition devices, affecting their performance and requiring efficient detection and removal methods.
Innovation Solution
A device comprising a sensor, a vapor removing unit, and a processing device that detects vapor using a light emitter, light guides, and a receiver to control a heater or cleaning device for automatic vapor removal.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a sensor, vapor removing unit, and processing device are integrated for automatic vapor detection and removal, then the imaging performance is improved by preventing vapor interference, but the device complexity increases due to additional components
Solution Approach 1:
The system is divided into distinct functional modules: a sensor unit for vapor detection, a vapor removing unit for vapor elimination, and a processing device for control logic. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function efficiently while maintaining overall system reliability for imaging operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The vapor detection and removal system operates proactively by detecting vapor presence before it significantly degrades imaging performance. The processing device activates the vapor removing unit in advance to prevent vapor interference, ensuring reliable imaging conditions are maintained throughout the device's operation.
2Productivity
If manual vapor removal methods are used, then the device complexity remains low, but the productivity decreases due to lack of automation and continuous monitoring
Solution Approach 1:
The system implements self-service through automatic vapor detection and removal. The sensor continuously monitors for vapor, and the processing device automatically activates the vapor removing unit when vapor is detected, eliminating the need for manual intervention and significantly improving vapor removal efficiency and overall device productivity.
Solution Approach 2:
The system incorporates feedback mechanisms where the sensor continuously monitors vapor conditions and provides information to the processing device. Based on this feedback, the processing device adjusts the operation of the vapor removing unit, creating a closed-loop control system that optimizes vapor removal efficiency while responding to real-time conditions.
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
Enables efficient and automatic detection and removal of vapor from imaging acquisition devices, improving their performance by preventing interference from moisture.
Implementation Method 1
the appearance of the vapor inside or on the surface of an imaging acquisition device may affect the imaging performance
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AI summary
The present disclosure relates to devices and methods for detecting and removing vapor for an imaging acquisition device. A device for detecting and removing vapor may include a first light guide. The first light guide may include a first end to receive a light beam, and a second end to output the light beam at a predetermined angle with respect to a reference plane, so that when the light beam enters a target light transmission media from the first light guide, the light beam substantially perfectly reflects between a first surface and a second surface of the target light transmission media. The first surface and second surface may substantially parallel to the reference plane.