Systems and methods for fluid dispensing
US7370589B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 23, 2004 |
| Grant date | May 13, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 2, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S111/904
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Systems and methods are disclosed for dispensing fluids. The systems can include a sensor operable to detect when an object passes a first location as the object moves to a second location. The systems can also include a fluid dispenser operable to dispense fluid at the second location. In addition, the systems can include a control unit in communication with the sensor and the fluid dispenser. The control unit can receive information from the sensor that the object has passed the first location and to control the fluid dispenser to dispense fluid at the second location at a predetermined time after the object passes the first location.
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