Automated systems for use in sorting small objects, and related methods
US12048951B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 25, 2021 |
| Grant date | Jul 30, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 25, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB07C2501/0081
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
An automating seed sorting system is provided comprising a tray subsystem, a de-lidding subsystem, an extraction subsystem, and a collection subsystem. The tray subsystem is configured to remove at least one tray from a cart and, subsequently, return the at least one tray to the cart. The de-lidding subsystem is structured and operable to remove a lid from the at least one tray. The extraction subsystem is configured to extract one or more seeds from the at least one tray and release the one or more seeds into a funnel assembly. And, the collection subsystem includes the funnel assembly, wherein the collection subsystem is structured and operable to align at least one receptacle with the funnel assembly and direct the one or more seeds into the at least one receptacle via the funnel assembly.
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