Automated picking, weighing and sorting system for particulate matter
US7044306B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 2, 2003 |
| Grant date | May 16, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 16, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S209/906
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
An automated machine is used to handle and manipulate individual pieces of particulate matter. The particulate matter is contained in a bin. The machine operates to pick single individual pieces of the particulate matter from the bin. The picked individual pieces are then conveyed for further handling. Pneumatic transport is primarily used for the conveying operation. One aspect of the handling involves individually weighing each piece of the picked particulate matters. Another aspect of the handling involves sorting the individual pieces of particulate matter into a plurality of receptacles. Yet another aspect of the handling involves both weighing and then sorting the individual pieces of particulate matter, wherein the sorting operation may be performed based upon the measured weight of each piece.
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