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Accumulator for slurry sampling

US6176765A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 16, 1999
Grant dateJan 23, 2001
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Expiry dateFeb 16, 2019

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB24B57/02
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A fluid collection apparatus having an accumulator for contacting a polishing surface of a polishing pad and collecting fluid from the polishing pad, a reservoir for receiving fluid from the accumulator, and a volume maintainer for maintaining a set volume of fluid in the reservoir.

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