Develop a futore production line

Desired outcome

Design of the future production line.

Initial Problem Description

The future production line. Fully automated in one version. In the second version, a test production method, where activities and supervision are carried out by humans, supported by any mechanical systems. All mechanical elements, servomechanisms, lever systems, cams, etc. are allowed.
The purpose of the line is to precisely fill containers with a volume of up to 20 ml with photosensitive liquid.
The container into which the liquid is poured is made of soft plastic, and after pouring the liquid, make sure that there are no air bubbles in the container.
The container must be in a box or basket, in an arrangement of 5-10 containers in a row, in 5 rows.

Context

Challenge is to create production line that will complete the task satisfactorily.
Idea should be innovative. Possible to merge or use components used in wide known solutions.
Allowed materials should be recyclable. DIY methods are also allowed.
Possible to create app for smartphone or computer. Web based interface is allowed.

Connection to cross-cutting areas

Proposal of our challenge is a future product in our company. It may be partially engaged in all mentioned areas: General Sustainability and Industry 4.0.

Precise portion of fluid poured to small containers, will help to reduce the waste in total production.


Industry 4.0 is area in this project, where automated units and digital cameras as supervision system, may increase productivity to very high level

Input

There are several known solutions that enable precise pouring of liquids into small containers. Measuring systems such as micropipettes allow for accurate dosing of even small amounts of liquids. Automatic dosing systems used in industry are based on measurement technology, ensuring high precision and repeatability of the process. Additionally, ultrasound-based technologies can be used for controlled and precise pouring of liquids. Innovative solutions are especially popular in laboratories or the pharmaceutical industry, where precision is crucial to achieving the intended effects. With technological progress, further development and improvement of these methods can be expected in order to manage the liquid pouring process even more effectively and precisely.

Expectations

The development of precision liquid pouring solutions should move towards technology integration, providing even greater flexibility and efficiency. Process automation, using artificial intelligence to optimize dosing, may be a key element. We can also expect miniaturization, enabling precise dosing in hard-to-reach places.

You can expect the team responsible for the development of these solutions to actively strive to minimize environmental impact through the use of more sustainable materials and production processes. Additionally, the ability to adapt to different types of liquids and incorporate safety aspects into the process will be key to future innovations.

The team should also engage in close collaboration with users to adapt the solution to a variety of needs and industries. Research and development activities can focus on increasing the portability and mobility of these systems, enabling their use in a variety of environments. The evolution of solutions may also bring new functions, such as remote monitoring or the ability to adapt to dynamically changing production conditions.

Desired Team Profile

The team responsible for implementing a project related to precise liquid pouring should have various skills and experience. Here are some key features:


- Understanding of measurement technologies, automation and dosing systems.

- Ability to design mechanical, electronic and software systems.

- Understanding the properties of liquids and their reactions in various conditions.

- Chemical knowledge of various substances, their viscosity and density.

- Awareness of ecological aspects, ability to design sustainable solutions.

- Ability to think creatively and find innovative solutions.

Additional Information

The market situation is currently such that the main supplier of a similar product or solution are companies from China. However, they offer a low-quality product. Our product idea is characterized by high quality and an innovative solution. Thanks to this, we have a chance to develop our business and gain a good position on the market.

Related Keywords

• Industrial manufacturing, Material and Transport Technologies