Sample handling tool with piezoelectric actuator
US7125727B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 29, 2003 |
| Grant date | Oct 24, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 14, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T436/2575
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A material handling tool includes a piezoelectric motor that causes actuation of a needle. Actuation of the needle may include aspiration and/or dispensing of a fluid sample and/or movement of the needle to pick or place a material sample.
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