Devices, systems and methods for filling a syringe with a medication
US9579256B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 17, 2014 |
| Grant date | Feb 28, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 17, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65B3/04
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Devices, systems and methods for automatically positioning a syringe in a target orientation suitable for withdrawing medication from a container, and for filling the syringe with the medication. The device comprises a syringe conveyor, which is configured to receive the syringe in an initial orientation, and to bring the syringe to a target orientation by being translated and rotated while holding the syringe in a steady orientation relative to the syringe conveyor. The device further comprises a supporting module, configured to support the syringe conveyor while allowing a translation and a rotation thereof. The device comprises a syringe holder configured to hold the syringe, and a gripper coupled to the syringe holder. The gripper is configured to engage the plunger and to enable the automatic displacement.
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