uMobileLAB

Technology behind uMobileLAB

State-of-the-art technology combined with smart AI-powered elements makes uLAB a perfect and safe solution for lab automation.

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  Autonomous task processing

  uMobileLAB operates without supervision and can run up to 6 hours without charging.

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  Human safety

  Thanks to it highly sensitive sensor technology, uMobileLAB easily detects and avoids possible collisions with objects and humans.

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  Intelligent sample handling

  An integrated AI camera allows uMobileLAB to detect barcodes and cap colors, as well as sort and analyze samples according to their urgency.

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  Sample level verification

  uMobileLAB recognizes the sample level and adjusts the analyzing process accordingly.

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  Interactive system

  uMobileLAB uses smart audio detection and a chatbot for direct voice interaction with the user.

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  Intuitive controls

  The uGO software ensures intuitive control and adapts uMobileLAB to your existing lab workflow. An intuitive “Drag & Drop” interface allows control over existing peripherals such as centrifuges, analyzers, reagent dispensers, and other devices.

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  AI Camera

  The AI Camera add-on unit is a cutting-edge solution that enhances the capabilities of your end effector with an attached camera. This innovative device features both a 2D and a 3D stereo camera, with image evaluation performed by AI installed on an additional computer. The AI camera can recognize and distinguish color codes of different sample tubes, as well as identify and read landmarks. With this advanced technology, uMobileLAB can implement bin picking solutions, streamlining and optimizing your lab processes. Contact us to learn more about how the AI Camera add-on unit can benefit your lab.

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  De-Capping

  Our innovative de-capping station features a 3-finger gripper that rotates and removes sample tube caps while the cobot’s end effector securely holds the cap. The process is quick and efficient, allowing for seamless workflow in the lab.

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  HPLC / Pipetting

  uMobileLAB is equipped with two electronic pipettes mounted on the tool flange of the cobot in addition to the end effector. These pipettes can handle a variety of volumes and currently use rLine 1-ch 5-200ul LS and rLine 1-ch 50-1000ul LS from Sartorius.
  Other pipette types are available upon request. With this feature, uMobileLAB can perform pipetting tasks and support the HPLC process by pipetting micro reaction vessels (eppis).

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  Elevator usage

  With the help of this skill, uMobileLAB is capable of independently controlling and utilizing existing elevator systems. The installation of a Lift Interface Panel enables communication between uMobileLAB and the elevator control.

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  Door Access

  By utilizing this skill, uMobileLAB can operate and control pre-existing automated door systems independently. Upon request, compatibility testing with the customer’s current systems will be conducted. This enhances the efficiency and functionality of uMobileLAB’s automated operations.

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  Centrifuge interfaces

  With the integration of a centrifuge controller, uMobileLAB can effortlessly connect with existing centrifuges, enabling automated filling and emptying. uMobileLAB is capable of handling individual sample tubes as well as entire racks, and has already integrated systems from Hettich. If requested, compatibility testing can be performed for other centrifuge brands.

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  Level monitoring / control

  With the fill level monitoring skill, you can easily monitor the fill level of your sample tubes and keep track of them through barcodes. The control box comes equipped with a camera, allowing for imaging and monitoring of the sample tubes when they are inserted from above via a cobot. This technology helps ensure accurate documentation and tracking of sample tube fill levels.

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  Reagents filling

  With the help of this skill, uMobileLAB can autonomously refill and load reagents for In-Vitro-Diagnostic in automated immunoassay and clinical chemistry analyzer systems.

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  Object detection

  By utilizing the AI camera system, uMobileLAB can easily identify and differentiate between various objects, markings, and colors. The integrated AI in the camera system enables it to determine the best gripping position depending on the end effector used and then sends this information to the cobot. This allows for simple bin picking solutions to be executed. Additionally, uMobileLAB can use color recognition to perform different processes based on the color of the sample tube caps. Selecting the appropriate camera skill allows for immediate task execution without the need for prior AI training.

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  Scan and evaluate barcode

  By utilizing the mounted barcode scanner on the work table of the mobile platform, uMobileLAB has the capability to capture and record the labels of sample tubes for documentation purposes.

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  Landmark

  uLAB and uMobileLAB require a reference when performing tasks outside their workbench. Landmarks can be attached to peripheral devices or transfer stations for samples to create references. These landmarks can be linked to corresponding tasks. When the AI camera reads in the landmarks, uMobileLAB knows exactly where the objects to be handled are located and which task is to be performed.

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  Pneumatic tube/post

  For uMobileLAB to remove tasks from pneumatic tubes, a collecting cheek supplied by us is required. Only bombs with sizes ranging from 80mm to 160mm can be processed, and they must have the possibility of being opened from both sides. Additionally, a secondary packaging with a twist lock specified by us is also necessary. Using the de-capping station on the left side of the picture, uMobileLAB opens the pneumatic tube and processes its contents using the mentioned skills. Once completed, the pneumatic tube is returned to the system and placed in a pipe by the customer, where it is automatically sucked in.