Carousel for ultrasonic cleaning and method of using thereof
US11433436B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 19, 2020 |
| Grant date | Sep 6, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 19, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB08B2203/0288
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Disclosed herein is a sonic cleaning insert. In one example, the sonic cleaning insert includes a carousel configured to rotate about a central axis. The carousel further includes a platform having an outer perimeter. The platform is radially disposed about the central axis. The carousel has an inner ring and an outer ring circumscribing the inner ring. A plurality of partitions couple the inner ring and the outer ring to the platform. The plurality of partitions are arranged at a predetermined angle about the central axis. The carousel further includes a plurality of holders. Each holder is formed from a portion of the platform, a portion of each of the inner ring and outer ring, and a first sidewall and a second sidewall formed from the plurality of partitions. The carousel is configured for immersion in an ultrasonic vibrating fluid.
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