Molding grip fixture
US9746402B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 9, 2015 |
| Grant date | Aug 29, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 24, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01N2203/0452
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present grip design includes a two-piece clamp with an interior space which forms a mold for the sample material. The two-piece clamp further includes undercut apertures which engage complementary tapered portions of upper and lower grips. The sample material can be poured to fill the mold formed within the two-piece clamp. The interior of the upper and lower grips includes a pattern, such as, but not limited to, a threaded pattern, in order to more firmly engage the sample. The samples may include soft materials, liquids, gels, compounds, powdered or similar materials. The grip may be used in connection with bioreactor or materials testing applications.
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