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Flowcell cartridge with floating bracket

US12397301B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateMay 5, 2025
Grant dateAug 26, 2025
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Expiry dateMay 5, 2045

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB01L2300/0877
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A cartridge for use with chemical or biological analysis systems, as well as methods of using the same, is provided. The cartridge may include a floating microfluidic plate that is held in the cartridge using one or more floating support brackets that incorporate gaskets that may seal against fluidic ports on the microfluidic plate. The floating support brackets may include indexing features that may align the microfluidic plate with the seals.

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