Flow cell assembly securement system and method
US10718786B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 23, 2016 |
| Grant date | Jul 21, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 9, 2038 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01N35/1095
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A flow cell and cartridge assembly may be loaded into a processing system, such as for genetic sequencing. The system locates the assembly and is then actuated to move the assembly to a desired reference position in both X- and Y-directions. Further actuation causes clamps to contact the flow cell, the cartridge, or both to exert a hold-down force during processing. Further hold-down forces may be provided by a vacuum chuck. Fluid connections are also made by manifolds that contact the flow cell. The hold-down forces counteract the forces needed for sealing the manifolds to the flow cell.
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