Light Operator 細胞分選儀器 by Beihang University

Light Operator 細胞分選儀器 by Beihang University is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award 銀獎 in 科學儀器設計 Competition Category.

銀科學儀器· 2025

Light Operator 細胞分選儀器

by Beihang University

A' Design Award 銀獎 Winner in 科學儀器 Category

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The Design

About Light Operator 細胞分選儀器

Light Operator 係一款為生物醫學實驗室而開發嘅細胞分選儀器。呢部儀器採用光電介電泳技術,喺唔損傷細胞嘅情況下進行分選。高解像度成像、實時演算法同視覺化圖像支援精準嘅細胞識別。半透明嘅揭蓋式頂蓋保護內部嘅光學同電子部件,同時可以觀察到分選過程。表面採用PB物料,配以電鍍銀灰色飾面,機殼由CNC加工製造,配用隱藏式螺絲。儀器尺寸為780乘597乘536毫米。

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award 銀獎

Light Operator 細胞分選儀器是 A' Design Award 銀獎得主，這是授予頂級、華美而令人印象深刻的設計的極為崇高的認可。銀獎得主是極其卓越、極具創造力的作品，展現出其設計師傑出的專業技能、才華與敏銳。預計Light Operator 細胞分選儀器將成為一件出色的典範之作，兼具非凡的專業性與深刻的創新性。這件贏得 A' Design Award 銀獎的設計是一項備受矚目、令人欽佩的發明，造福並拓展藝術、科學、設計和技術的界限。Light Operator 細胞分選儀器是一件令人羨慕的創作，它喚起渴望，帶來積極的情感，並激發驚嘆與讚嘆。

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: The Light Operator cell sorting equipment utilizes high-resolution imaging for precise cell identification, enhanced by real-time algorithms and visual graphics for accuracy throughout the process. Its precision manufacturing ensures the stability and accuracy of the internal optical and electronic components. With advanced technology, premium materials, and a user-friendly design, the Light Operator is the ideal choice for laboratory research.
Dimensions & Packaging: Length * Width * Height: 780mm * 597mm * 536mm
Tags: Laboratory products, High precision technology, User research, Human-machine interaction, Biomedical research equipment, Innovative laboratory solutions
Production Technology: In terms of materials, the surface of the Light Operator device is made from PB material, refined through a precise electroplating process, giving it a distinctive silver-gray luster that combines aesthetics with durability. The translucent, flip-top design protects the internal components but also allow users to observe the sorting process, enhancing both interactivity and the device's high-tech appeal. The exterior is neat and elegant, precision-crafted using CNC machining, with discreet screws used ensuring seamless connections. The overall design exudes a modern, high-tech aesthetic, making it ideal for various scientific research laboratories by balancing functionality with premium design quality.
Design Challenge: In-depth exploration of the complex behavioral patterns of laboratory users to design products that meet their needs is a formidable challenge. It requires a multidisciplinary approach, integrating expertise from various fields and a deep understanding of user behavior. Creating a delightful user experience involves extensive research and testing to address emotional responses and habitual actions. Coordinating the collaborative efforts of a multidisciplinary team, including experts from optics, software engineering, and design, adds another layer of complexity. Moreover, balancing between innovation and practicality is essential to ensure that new technologies address real-world problems while also aligning with market demands and expectations.
Research: The design project, led by Beihang University, aims to enhance cell screening in medical experiments using innovative optoelectronic technologies. By analyzing the behavioral laboratory users’ behavioral habits through video recordings and interviews, we have developed outstanding high-precision laboratory research equipment. This study integrates optical and electrical technologies with ergonomic design, providing users with a delightful experimental experience. Extensive user research and parameter adjustments of core components have transformed complex experimental procedures into a smooth and vibrant process. The color research findings of this project have been published at the AHFE conference, the exploration of product usability has been published in the core Chinese journal "Packaging Engineering," and the research findings related to the core mechanical parts have been presented at the ICRA conference.
Inspiration: The Light Operator Cell Sorting Equipment revolutionizes biomedical research by using optoelectronic dielectrophoresis for precise, damage-free cell sorting. Unlike traditional manual methods, this device enhances accuracy and speed, offering a more reliable and streamlined process for cell selection and culture. Its advanced technology significantly improves laboratory efficiency, empowering researchers to push the boundaries of cell science.
Project Duration: The project was initiated in Beijing in October 2022, completed in Beijing in September 2024, and released to the market in June 2024.
Operation Flow: Users begin by interacting with an external device to initiate the Light Operator, which prompts the system to perform a self-check to ensure that all sensors and optical components are functioning properly. Next, users log into the system and configure the sorting parameters based on their experimental needs, such as the target cells type and sorting conditions.

The user then opens the transparent rotating cover, places the cell sample into the device, and starts the sorting process through the external interface. During the process, users can monitor the real-time status through the translucent cover, while the device automatically records the screening data.
Upon completion, the device will automatically stop and notify the user, who can then retrieve the screening results for data analysis. Subsequently, the user can collect the sorted cell samples and perform routine cleaning and maintenance on the device. If required, users can choose to export the sorting data to an external storage device or upload it to a server. Throughout the entire operation, users can clearly view the device's operational status and monitor the time required for each step, ensuring a seamless and transparent process.
Team Members: Yuanyuan liu
Hu Yin
Haocheng Han
Zipeng Zhang
Zhuohang Yang
Lin Feng