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Sampling capsule

US11744560B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 15, 2020
Grant dateSep 5, 2023
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Expiry dateJan 27, 2042

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B2010/0061
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A sampling capsule is provided. The sampling capsule includes an enclosure, a sampling assembly, a sample drawing assembly and a control module. The sampling assembly includes a sample chamber arranged in the enclosure, an outer sampling port on the enclosure, a sampling tube connecting the outer sampling port and the sample chamber, and a sampling switch for opening or closing the connecting tube. The sample drawing assembly includes a sample drawing port on the enclosure and connected to the sample chamber, and a silicone plug fitted in the sample discharging port. The control module includes a microprocessor communicating with the sampling switch.

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