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Magnetic sample purification

US9387484B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 27, 2010
Grant dateJul 12, 2016
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Expiry dateAug 11, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T436/25375
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method and apparatus for extracting magnetic particles from a sample includes placing the sample near a liquid carrier, which is immiscible with it, in a configuration stable under the influence of gravity. The magnetic particles are moved by a magnetic field from the sample and into the carrier. The magnetic particles are non-wetting with respect to the carrier and will therefore form agglomerates in the carrier.

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