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Automated object mover

US7918639B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 14, 2008
Grant dateApr 5, 2011
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Expiry dateMay 6, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01N2035/0425
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An automation apparatus and method includes a first unit rotationally moving objects from one area to another, and a second unit connected to the first unit and holding the objects, moving through or offset from the body of the first unit from a first side of the first unit to the other side the first unit in a direction other than the rotational movement by the first unit. Moreover, the apparatus and method provides moving the objects through a vertical axis of the body of the first unit.

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