Automated sampling device
US9341229B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 10, 2013 |
| Grant date | May 17, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 31, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01L2300/0829
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A dampening device for an automated sampling/dispensing device is described. In an example implementation, the dampening device includes a cylindrical body. The cylindrical body includes a first end and a second end, a first opening being defined within the first end and a second opening being defined within the second end. Further, the cylindrical body may include an inner diameter greater than an outer diameter of an automated sampling/dispensing device sample probe. During operation, the dampening device moves out of phase with the automated sampling/dispensing device sample probe allowing sample probe vibrations to be dampened during operation. The dampening device is configured to be magnetically attracted to the sampling/dispensing device. For example, the dampening device and/or the sampling/dispensing device can include a permanent magnetic material, a ferromagnetic material, a ferrimagnetic material, and/or an electromagnet.
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