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Multiple-metered self-cleaning dispenser

US8783518B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 27, 2009
Grant dateJul 22, 2014
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Expiry dateSep 20, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB05B15/55
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method for dispensing a plurality of metered doses of a fluid, comprising: providing a fluid in a container comprising a plurality of metering chambers and a plurality of tubes connectable to and movable relative to the chambers, wherein the tubes are externally open or open to the fluid; connecting to the chambers tubes open to the fluid, thereby loading the chambers with fluid; and selectively connecting one or more externally open tubes to one or more chambers, thereby dispensing the fluid contents of the one or more chambers via an external opening.

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