Creating Conditional Liquid Policies in Synthace
The video demonstrates how to create and configure liquid policies in Synthace using conditional rules to control liquid-handling behavior dynamically.
Key Takeaways:
Create custom rules ◦ Set rules that change liquid handling behavior based on conditions such as transfer volume.
Example: Volume-Dependent Dispensing ◦ If the transfer volume is greater than 20 µL, the liquid is dispensed above the well with one post-mix cycle. ◦ If the transfer volume is 20 µL or less, the liquid is dispensed at the liquid level with five post-mix cycles.
◦ Here, two rules are defined: default behavior (for larger volumes) and low-volume behavior. ◦ The condition (transfer volume) determines which rule applies. ◦ Rules specify aspiration location, dispense location, and post-mix cycles.
Configuring Conditions and Consequences ◦ Conditions define when a rule applies (e.g., transfer volume thresholds). ◦ Consequences specify what happens when the rule is triggered (e.g., dispense location and mixing behavior).
Managing and Editing Policies ◦ Policies can be previewed in the interface. ◦ Users can edit and refine rules to optimize liquid-handling performance.
This feature enables customizable and precise liquid handling, making workflows more efficient and adaptable to specific experimental needs.