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Refrigerated Centrifuge Performance Requirements

Company: Drucker Diagnostics

Major(s):
Primary: ME
Secondary: ESC
Optional: IE

Non-Disclosure Agreement: YES

Intellectual Property: YES

This project involves identifying the cooling requirements for a refrigerated centrifuge, which is essential in the healthcare industry for preparing preanalytic blood samples used in diagnostic testing. Currently, Drucker Diagnostics does not offer refrigerated centrifuges but aims to develop refrigerated versions of two key non-refrigerated models. The project consists of two phases: 1. Cooling Power Estimation: Determine the cooling power (in watts) needed to maintain the rotor chambers at a target temperature while the centrifuge is in operation. This phase will rely on both theoretical calculations and empirical data, including measurements of airflow, power consumption, and temperature. 2. System Research and Recommendation: Investigate potential equipment, methods, and systems capable of delivering the required cooling power. The goal is to recommend suitable systems for integration into the centrifuge design. Completion of these phases will guide the development and eventual release of refrigerated centrifuge models. Note testing with blood samples is NOT required for this project. All testing can be completed with water as representative fluid to fill tubes and disposables. Centrifuge 2: Dash Flex 6 (primary) - Maximum speed: 5300 rpm - Maximum load: 6 x 10mL tubes - Minimum required rotor chamber temperature: -10°C Centrifuge 1: Boost 4+ Max (secondary is time permits) - Maximum speed: 4000 rpm - Maximum load: 4 x 140 gram disposables - Minimum required rotor chamber temperature: -10°C