Massively parallel fluid dispensing systems and methods
US6827113B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 27, 2002 |
| Grant date | Dec 7, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 4, 2022 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01N35/1074
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention provides highly automated fluid delivery systems and related methods with significantly improved throughput relative to preexisting technologies. In particular, the invention relates to a fluid dispensing system that simultaneously produces multiple fluid mixtures on-the-fly in multiple multiwell plates. The invention also includes control system and machine software in addition to various systems and related methods for performing assorted downstream processes.
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