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18-10-2012 дата публикации

Container and a device for indirectly cooling materials and method for producing the container

Номер: US20120264582A1
Автор: Bert-Olaf Grimm, Kai Marschner, Peter Zehnel
Принадлежит: Eppendorf SE

The present relates to a container and to a device for indirect material cooling and to a method for producing the container according to the invention. Through the present invention a much more efficient indirect heat transfer is facilitated from the exterior of the container into the interior of the container. The improvement of the heat conductivity and of the heat transfer of centrifuge containers yields a reduction of the necessary power of the refrigeration system for cooled centrifuges. Through the higher performance of the centrifuge a higher speed can be run for identical centrifuge temperatures and/or at the same centrifuge temperature and speed, the input power of the refrigeration unit can be reduced.

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Номер записи: 1
21-03-2013 дата публикации

Blood Processing Apparatus with Robust Automated Process Control

Номер: US20130072367A1
Автор: DALVI Aditya, FLETCHER Christopher, KOLENBRANDER Jeremy P., LINDNER John R., SWEAT William
Принадлежит: TERUMO BCT, INC.

A centrifuge for separating blood having a camera observing fluid flow, and a controller controlling the flow. The location of an interface is detected by image processing steps, which may comprise the steps of “spoiling” the image, “diffusing” the image, “edge detection”, “edge linking”, “region-based confirmation”, and “interface calculation”. “Spoiling” reduces the number of pixels to be examined preferentially on orthogonal axis oriented with respect to the expected location of the interface or phase boundary. “Diffusing” smoothes out small oscillations in the interface boundary, making to the location of the interface more distinct. “Edge detection” computes the rate of change in pixel intensity. “Edge linking” connects adjacent maxima. “Region-based confirmation” creates a pseudo image of the regions that qualify as distinct. “Final edge calculation” uses the points where the shade changes in the pseudo image, averages the radial displacement of these points for the interface position. 1. A centrifuge blood processing system for separating fluid components comprising:a separation chamber rotating about a central rotation axis,at least one pump regulating fluid flow in said separation chamber;a light source in optical communication with said density centrifuge blood processing system for providing an incident light beam for illuminating an observation region on said density centrifuge blood processing system, thereby generating light transmitted, scattered or both from said observation region;a light collection element in optical communication with said density centrifuge blood processing system for collecting at least a portion of said light transmitted, scattered or both from said observation region and for directing at least a portion of said light transmitted, scattered or both from said observation region onto a two-dimensional detector;the two-dimensional detector positioned to receive and detect said light transmitted, scattered or both from said ...

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Номер записи: 2
28-03-2013 дата публикации

SECURING MECHANISM, PARTICULARLY FOR BLOOD SEPARATION CENTRIFUGES AND THE LIKE

Номер: US20130079211A1
Автор: Galavotti Andrea, Panzani Ivo, Simonini Gianpaolo
Принадлежит: Sorin Group Italia S.r.l.

A chuck for rotating around a rotation axis Xa centrifugal separation bowl secured thereto includes a vat-shaped body for receiving a lower end portion of the separation bowl secured therein with a peripheral rim of the chuck surrounding an outer flank of the separation bowl. The chuck includes a plurality of clutching systems to cooperate with the flank of the separation bowl in securing it to the chuck. The clutching systems include a channel formed in the chuck body with an arcuate path in the peripheral rim of the chuck body. A chain of translatory bodies arranged within the channel includes a proximal translatory body and a distal translatory body in the chain. 1. A chuck for rotating around a rotation axis Xa centrifugal separation bowl , the chuck comprising a vat-shaped body for receiving a lower end portion of the separation bowl , the lower end portion secured in the chuck with a peripheral rim of the chuck surrounding an outer flank of the separation bowl , wherein the chuck includes at least one clutching system to cooperate with the flank of the separation bowl in securing the separation bowl to the chuck , wherein the clutching system comprises;(i) a channel formed in the chuck body, the channel having an arcuate path within the peripheral rim of the chuck; and{'sub': A', 'A, '(ii) a chain of translatory bodies arranged within the channel, the chain of translatory bodies including a proximal translatory body in the chain and a distal translatory body in the chain, whereby a force acting on the proximal body and directed outwardly of the rotation axis Xis transmitted through the chain of translatory bodies to the distal translatory body in the chain to urge the distal translatory body inwardly towards the rotation axis Xto clutch the outer flank of the separation bowl, whereby the separation bowl is secured to the rotary chuck.'}2. The chuck of claim 1 , comprising an elastic element exerting on the proximal body at least part of the force directed ...

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Номер записи: 3
04-04-2013 дата публикации

Multi-Unit Blood Processor With Rotating Valves

Номер: US20130085054A1
Автор: ELLINGBOE Bruce, NGUYEN Hong Duc
Принадлежит: TERUMO BCT, INC.

An apparatus for separating at least two discrete volumes of a composite liquid into at least a first component and a second component, comprising a valve design that facilitates loading and unloading of blood bags and associated tubing and bag sets. The valves comprise a rotating head, mounted on a shaft, which assumes a “load” position. The head pivots to an “open” position, which secures the tube in its designated location, but which maintains an open lumen through the tube. When the head is in a “closed” position, blood components cannot flow through the tube. The valve apparatus comprises means for maintaining a constant pressure on the tube and contact with the tube as the tube is melted and sealed. 1. An apparatus for separating at least two discrete volumes of a composite liquid into at least a first component and a second component comprisinga centrifuge rotor adapted to rotate about a rotation axis,at least one separation cell, adapted to receive a separation bag of a set of fluidly interconnected bags, said set comprising at least said separation bag containing a volume of composite liquid, and at least one component bag,a cavity adapted to receive at least said component bag,a plurality of valves, the valves being adapted to control fluid flow between parts of the set of interconnected bags, said valves comprising a jaw mounted on a shaft, said jaw being adapted to apply radio frequency energy to an adjacent tube to seal said tube,a spring coupled to said shaft and being adapted to maintain said jaw in contact with said tube as said tube is sealed, anda controller electrically connected to said valves, said controller controlling the status of said valves.215. The apparatus of claim , wherein said valve further comprises a cam mounted on said shaft , said cam guiding said jaw in a translating and rotating motion from said load position to said open position and in a translating motion from said load position to said closed position.316. The apparatus ...

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Номер записи: 4
16-05-2013 дата публикации

SELECTED SOLIDS SEPARATION

Номер: US20130121891A1
Автор: Dieker Kurt A., Gallop Charles C.
Принадлежит: ICM, Inc.

A process is disclosed which includes separating selected solids from a process stream with a selected solids mechanical processor containing a filter to produce a filtrate substantially free of selected solids and a retentate containing recovered selected solids. In one embodiment, the process stream contains an increased amount of liquid is provided to a downstream mechanical processor as compared to a process stream having no selected solids mechanical processor upstream. The selected solids mechanical processor can be a dynamic filtration device or a static separation device. Bio-oil recovery efficiency, quantity, and quality can be improved as a result. 1. A process comprising separating selected solids from a process stream with a selected solids mechanical processor containing a filter to produce a filtrate substantially free of selected solids and a retentate containing recovered selected solids.2. The process of claim 1 , wherein the process stream contains the filtrate and the retentate claim 1 , such that the retentate has been reduced in retained liquid claim 1 , being provided to a downstream mechanical processor as compared to a process stream without having a selected solids mechanical processor upstream.3. The process of claim 1 , wherein the selected solids mechanical processor is a simple selected solids mechanical processor.4. The process of claim 1 , wherein the selected solids mechanical processor is a complex selected solids mechanical processor comprising a dynamic filtration device claim 1 , which compresses the process stream against the filter for a time sufficient to further decrease an amount of liquid retained in the retentate claim 1 , to a downstream mechanical processor as compared to a simple selected solids mechanical processor.5. The process of claim 2 , wherein the downstream mechanical processor is a complex mechanical processor claim 2 , such as a centrifuge.6. The process of claim 1 , wherein the selected solids includes germ.7 ...

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Номер записи: 5
16-05-2013 дата публикации

CENTRIFUGE SYSTEM AND WORKFLOW

Номер: US20130123089A1
Автор: Johns Charles W., Otts Stephen
Принадлежит: Beckman Coulter, Inc.

Systems, methods and apparatus are described for a centrifuge module of a laboratory analysis system. Specimen containers may be weighed, loaded into a centrifuge adapter, and transported to a centrifuge module by an adapter shuttle. A centrifuge adapter gripper may transport the centrifuge adapter into a centrifuge for centrifugation. The centrifuge adapter may be transported by the centrifuge adapter gripper to an adapter shuttle for unloading of the specimen containers, which may be performed by a specimen container gripper. A centrifuge drawer that allows a centrifuge to be extended from its installed position is also described. Additional embodiments pertain to a sequence for replacing, in a centrifuge, a set of centrifuge adapters that have been centrifuged with a set of centrifuge adapters that have not been centrifuged. A sequence for loading specimen containers into centrifuge adapters is also described. 1. A method comprising:loading, by a first specimen container gripper, a plurality of specimen containers into a centrifuge adapter, wherein the first specimen container gripper sequentially loads single specimen containers of the plurality of specimen containers into the centrifuge adapter until the plurality of specimen containers are loaded;transporting, by an adapter shuttle, the centrifuge adapter to a centrifuge area;transporting, by a centrifuge adapter gripper, the centrifuge adapter into a centrifuge;centrifuging, by a centrifuge, the centrifuge adapter; andtransporting, by the centrifuge adapter gripper, the centrifuge adapter from the centrifuge to an adapter shuttle; andunloading, by a second specimen container gripper, the plurality of specimen containers from the centrifuge adapter, wherein the second specimen container gripper sequentially unloads single specimen containers of the plurality of specimen containers until the plurality of specimen containers are unloaded.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein a weight of one or more specimen ...

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Номер записи: 6
23-05-2013 дата публикации

Aliquotter system and workflow

Номер: US20130125675A1
Автор: Charles W. JOHNS, Martin Müller
Принадлежит: Beckman Coulter Inc

A method is disclosed. The method includes aspirating an aliquot volume of a sample in a primary sample container located in an aspiration position in an aliquotter module, and dispensing the aliquot volume of the sample in a secondary sample container located in a dispensing position in the aliquotter module. The method also includes the step of causing the secondary sample container to leave the aliquotter module before the primary sample container.

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Номер записи: 7
25-07-2013 дата публикации

CENTRIFUGE

Номер: US20130190159A1
Автор: Takahashi Hiroyuki, Watahiki Takayuki
Принадлежит: HITACHI KOKI CO. LTD.

A centrifuge capable of suppressing a long-time depressurization as compared with the case of starting depressurizing after cooling has been completed as well as shortening a cooling time of a rotor and a sample in the rotor is achieved as compared with the case of starting cooling is at the same time with depressurization. Operation of a Peltier element is started at the same time with operation start of the centrifuge. A bowl is cooled by heat absorption of the Peltier element, and the rotor is cooled by the bowl with using ambient air as a thermal medium. At this time, a vacuum pump depressurizing a rotor chamber is in an OFF state (ambient conditions). After a predetermined time is elapsed, the vacuum pump is turned on to start depressurization of the inside of the rotor chamber. 1. A centrifuge comprising:a rotor holding a sample to be separated;a rotor chamber in which the rotor is housed;a cooling unit for cooling the rotor;a driving unit for rotating the rotor;a depressurization unit for depressurizing an inside of the rotor chamber;a temperature sensor detecting a temperature of the rotor chamber or the rotor; anda control unit for controlling the cooling unit, the driving unit and the depressurization unit,wherein the control unit cools the inside of the rotor chamber without operating the depressurization unit until a predetermined time elapses after cooling by the cooling unit is started, operates the depressurization unit after the predetermined time has elapsed, and depressurizes the inside of the rotor chamber in parallel with cooling by the cooling unit.2. The centrifuge according to claim 1 , wherein the control unit starts an operation of the depressurization unit before dew formation or freezing occurs in the rotor chamber.3. The centrifuge according to claim 1 , wherein the control unit can carry out claim 1 , based on a selection in an operation part claim 1 , a normal mode of starting cooling by the cooling unit and depressurization by the ...

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Номер записи: 8
29-08-2013 дата публикации

CENTRIFUGE WITH COMPRESSOR COOLING

Номер: US20130219926A1
Автор: Fischer Sven, MUELLER Heiko
Принадлежит: Eppendorf AG

The present invention relates to a centrifuge and a method for cooling a centrifuge. The centrifuge according to the invention includes a cooling device which is improved in that its required installation space is reduced such that the centrifuge can be of a more compact design with the centrifugation capacity remaining unchanged, or the centrifugation capacity can be increased with the installation space remaining unchanged. Further, the number of components can be reduced and thus cost and assembly time can be saved. 1. A centrifuge , comprising:a driven centrifuge rotor;a compressor cooling device;a housing; anda base plate,wherein the base plate receives heat from the compressor cooling device so that the base plate forms a heat exchanger for the compressor cooling device and operates at least as a portion of a condenser for a cooling medium of the compressor cooling device.2. The centrifuge according to claim 1 , wherein the centrifuge is a laboratory centrifuge.3. The centrifuge according to claim 1 ,wherein a conveying device for the cooling medium is provided at or in the base plate, andwherein the conveying device is advantageously configured as a pipe.4. The centrifuge according to claim 3 ,wherein the conveying device is molded into the base plate or the base plate has at least two components, andwherein the conveying device is arranged in a parting plane between the at least two components of the base plate.5. The centrifuge according to claim 4 , wherein the conveying device is integrated in at least one component of the base plate.6. The centrifuge according to one of the preceding claims claim 4 , wherein the base plate includes at least one surface-increasing element at least at one of two large main surfaces.7. The centrifuge according to claim 6 , wherein the base plate includes at least one cooling rib.12. A method for cooling a centrifuge claim 6 , comprising the steps:using a base plate of a centrifuge at least as a portion of a condenser of a ...

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Номер записи: 9
17-10-2013 дата публикации

Centrifugal Separator With Circular Rotor Blades

Номер: US20130274082A1
Автор: Whisler Kevin Ray, Wirtel Gregory Alan
Принадлежит:

An improved centrifugal separator system and method for separating a solid portion from a liquid portion, of the type including a chute for introducing material into the separator; a screen rotated on a shaft for allowing a liquid portion of the material to flow through the screen but preventing solids from flowing through the screen; a space between the housing and the screen for allowing the solids to travel through the separator; a rotor portion, further comprising a plurality of blades radiating outward from a hub portion of the rotor to an outer ring portion of the rotor to define the traveling space for the solid material between the rotor blades; wherein each of the blades being circular in cross section along their length to minimize the impact on the solid material which makes contact with the rotating blades and do less damage to the solid material, resulting in better product and a reduction in the energy required to power the separator. 1. A centrifugal separator system , comprising:a. a chute for introducing material into the separator;b. a screen rotated on a shaft for allowing a liquid portion of the material to flow through the screen but preventing solids from flowing through the screen;c. a space between a housing and the screen for allowing solid material to travel through the separator;d. a rotor having a plurality of spaced apart blades rotating on the shaft, for allowing the solid material to travel through the spaces between the rotating blades;e. each of the blades being circular in cross section along their length to minimize the impact on the solid material which makes contact with the rotating blades and to reduce the fracturing of the solid material.2. The centrifugal separator in claim 1 , wherein the material is coal suspended in a slurry or having moisture on the surface of the solid material.3. The centrifugal separator in claim 1 , wherein the rotor and screen are rotating between 200 and 1300 RPM (3.34 to 21.67 hertz).4. The ...

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Номер записи: 10
14-11-2013 дата публикации

CENTRIFUGE WITH COMPRESSOR COOLING

Номер: US20130298577A1
Автор: Fischer Sven, MUELLER Heiko
Принадлежит:

The present invention relates to a centrifuge and a method for cooling a centrifuge. The centrifuge according to the invention includes a cooling device which is improved in that its required installation space is reduced such that the centrifuge can be of a more compact design with the centrifugation capacity remaining unchanged, or the centrifugation capacity can be increased with the installation space remaining unchanged. Further, the number of components can be reduced and thus cost and assembly time can be saved. 1. A centrifuge , comprising:a driven centrifuge rotor;a compressor cooling device;a housing; anda base plate,wherein the base plate receives heat from the compressor cooling device so that the base plate forms a heat exchanger for the compressor cooling device and operates at least as a portion of a condenser for a cooling medium of the compressor cooling device.2. The centrifuge according to claim 1 , wherein the centrifuge is a laboratory centrifuge.3. The centrifuge according to claim 1 ,wherein a conveying device for the cooling medium is provided at or in the base plate, andwherein the conveying device is advantageously configured as a pipe.4. The centrifuge according to claim 3 ,wherein the conveying device is molded into the base plate or the base plate has at least two components, andwherein the conveying device is arranged in a parting plane between the at least two components of the base plate.5. The centrifuge according to claim 4 , wherein the conveying device is integrated in at least one component of the base plate.6. The centrifuge according to claim 1 ,wherein the base plate includes at least one surface-increasing element at least at one of two large main surfaces.7. The centrifuge according to claim 6 , wherein the base plate includes at least one cooling rib.8. The centrifuge according to claim 1 , wherein the base plate includes at least one through hole which is not in air flow communication with the conveying device.9. The ...

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Номер записи: 11
21-11-2013 дата публикации

System and Method For Automated Platelet Wash

Номер: US20130309652A1
Автор: Dominique Uhlmann, Etienne Pages, Matthew Murphy
Принадлежит: Haemonetics Corp

A method for washing platelets includes introducing anticoagulant into a platelet product container, drawing re-anticoagulated platelet product from the platelet product container, and introducing it into a centrifuge bowl. The centrifuge bowl separates the platelets from the supernatant in which they are suspended. The method then washes the platelets by introducing wash solution into the centrifuge bowl. As the wash solution is introduced into the bowl, it displaces the supernatant from the bowl and into a waste container. The method then introduces platelet additive solution into the centrifuge bowl, which displaces the wash solution from the centrifuge bowl and into the waste container and further wash the platelets. The method then repeatedly accelerates and decelerates the centrifuge bowl to resuspend the platelets in the platelet additive solution.

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Номер записи: 12
23-01-2014 дата публикации

CENTRIFUGE

Номер: US20140024516A1
Автор: HODOTSUKA Yuki, Konno Tatsuya, KUSUMOTO SHOJI, MURAYAMA Ryou, Shimizu Yuki
Принадлежит:

A centrifuge including a temperature sensor measuring ambient temperature is provided. Centrifugation operation is available or not is determined in accordance with a type of a rotor, the ambient temperature, or operation conditions set by a user. When it is inoperable, a display device displays that it is inoperable so as to invite the user to select necessity of modification of the operation conditions. Upon the display, modified operation conditions which are candidates of operable operation conditions are displayed to let the user select a candidate. To operate under the selected setting operation conditions, the display device displays that the operation is working under modified conditions. 1. A centrifuge comprising:a motor;a rotor mounted on a rotating shaft of the motor;a rotor chamber accommodating the rotor;a cooling device of cooling the rotor chamber;an inputting unit inputting operation conditions; anda control device controlling operation of the motor and the cooling device,wherein a temperature measuring unit measuring ambient temperature of the centrifuge is provided,the operation conditions include setting temperature and setting rotation speed of the rotor, andthe control device determines operability under the operation conditions inputted in the inputting unit based on a type of the rotor and the ambient temperature.2. The centrifuge according to claim 1 ,the type of the rotor to be used can be inputted to the inputting unit, andthe control device determines the operability based on the type of the rotor inputted to the inputting unit.3. The centrifuge according to claim 1 , further comprising a rotor determining unit claim 1 ,wherein the control device determines the operability based on the type of the rotor determined by the rotor determining unit.4. The centrifuge according to claim 2 ,the control device determines the operability before start of operation of the motor.5. The centrifuge according to claim 1 , further comprising a display ...

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Номер записи: 13
06-02-2014 дата публикации

Centrifugal separator, wear resistance member and set of wear resistance members for a centrifugal separator

Номер: US20140038806A1
Автор: Hans Lauge Joakim Svarrer, Henrik Reiff, Willi B. Lendzian
Принадлежит: ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB

A centrifugal separator includes a bowl with a conical part with a narrow discharge end comprising a radial surface; an end member opposite the radial surface; a number of distance members extending between the radial surface and the end member and providing outlet openings between adjacent distance members; and wear resistance members covering surfaces at the outlet openings, wherein the wear resistance members comprise bushing members with mantle portions surrounding respective distance members.

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Номер записи: 14
13-02-2014 дата публикации

Centrifuge and power controlling apparatus

Номер: US20140045669A1
Автор: Hidetaka Osawa, Hiroyuki Takahashi, Kousuke Maeno
Принадлежит: HITACHI KOKI CO LTD

A centrifuge includes a rotor which accommodates a sample, a motor which rotationally drives the rotor and a chiller which cools a rotor chamber, and is provided with a transformer which has a plurality of secondary side taps, converts an AC voltage which is input from a primary side to a plurality of voltages, and outputs, and a voltage switching unit which is connected to the plurality of secondary side taps of the transformer, selects any one of outputs of the secondary side taps, and outputs to the chiller. The microcomputer controls the voltage switching unit corresponding to the power supply frequency which is determined using the output of the zero-crossing detection circuit, and supplies the desired driving voltage to the chiller.

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Номер записи: 15
27-02-2014 дата публикации

High Speed, Compact Centrifuge for Use with Small Sample Volumes

Номер: US20140057770A1
Автор: Frankovich John Kent, Holmes Elizabeth A., Ridel Scott, Siegel Michael, Smith Timothy, Young Daniel
Принадлежит: Theranos, Inc.

In one nonlimiting example, an automated system is provided for separating one or more components in a biological fluid, wherein the system comprises: (a) a centrifuge comprising one or more bucket configured to receive a container to effect said separating of one or more components in a fluid sample; and (b) the container, wherein the container includes one or more shaped feature that is complementary to a shaped feature of the bucket. 152-. (canceled)1. A compact high speed centrifuge for use with sample containers , the centrifuge comprising:a first portion comprising a thermally insulating material;a second portion comprising a thermally conductive material;wherein containers are arranged such that the containers are located in areas with the thermally insulating material;wherein the thermally conductive material is configured to channel heat in a direction leading away from the containers.2. A compact high speed centrifuge for use with sample containers , the centrifuge comprising:a centrifuge body;a drive mechanism for rotating said centrifuge body;an active cooling unit for minimizing heat transfer to the sample;wherein containers are arranged such that the containers are located in areas with reduced thermal exposure;said active cooling unit configured to cool the drive mechanism;wherein stator is located coaxially within a rotor of a motor in the drive mechanism.3. A compact high speed centrifuge for use with sample containers , the centrifuge comprising:a centrifuge body;a drive mechanism for rotating said centrifuge body; anda position detector for use in determining rotational position of the centrifuge body.416-. (canceled) This application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Application Ser. No. 61/673,245 entitled “High Speed, Compact Centrifuge for Use with Small Sample Volumes” filed Jul. 18, 2012, U.S. Provisional Application Ser. No. 61/675,758 entitled “High Speed, Compact Centrifuge for Use with Small Sample Volumes” filed Jul. 25, 2012, and U.S ...

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Номер записи: 16
06-03-2014 дата публикации

Apparatus for Performing a Centrifugal Field-Flow Fractionation Comprising a Seal and Method

Номер: US20140066280A1
Автор: Welz Roland
Принадлежит: Postnova Analytics GmbH

The current invention relates to an apparatus for performing a centrifugal field-flow fractionation. In particular, in the apparatus according to the invention, radial rotary shaft seals are used for sealing the rotating parts of the shaft for carrying out the centrifugal field-flow fractionation and the stationary parts. Furthermore, a separate line is introduced for reducing the pressure differential across these seals. In such way, the driving force driving sample fluid across the seals is reduced, thereby reducing leakage. 110. An apparatus () for performing a centrifugal field flow fractionation comprising:{'b': 61', '54, 'i': 'a/b', 'claim-text': [{'b': 61', '61, 'the shaft () having an upstream shaft end for the sample fluid to enter into and a downstream shaft end for the sample fluid to exit from the shaft (),'}, {'b': 61', '10', '24', '10', '61, 'i': a', 'a/b', 'a, 'the shaft () carrying a rotor () between the upstream and the downstream shaft ends and being rotatably supported in bearing blocks () at both said shaft ends so that the rotor () and the shaft () are rotatable about the axis,'}], 'a shaft () having a central axis and conduits () along said central axis for sample fluid to pass therethrough,'}{'b': 13', '10', '13', '13, 'i': 'a', 'claim-text': {'b': 54', '54, 'i': a', 'b, 'the upstream channel end being connectable in a fluid-tight manner to a conduit () at the upstream shaft end and the downstream channel end being connectable in a fluid-tight manner to a conduit () at the downstream shaft end,'}, 'a field flow fractionation channel () on the rotor (), the field flow fractionation channel () being configured to let the sample fluid pass therethrough and having an upstream channel end for the sample fluid to enter into the channel and a downstream channel end for the sample fluid to exit from the channel (),'}{'b': 28', '24', '28', '24, 'i': a', 'a', 'b', 'b, 'an upstream end cap () which fits over the upstream shaft end and can be attached to ...

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Номер записи: 17
06-01-2022 дата публикации

CONTINUOUS CENTRIFUGE AND AIR DISCHARGE METHOD FOR CONTINUOUS CENTRIFUGE

Номер: US20220001398A1
Автор: Fukuhara Eiichi, Toi Hiroatsu
Принадлежит: Eppendorf Himac Technologies Co., Ltd.

A valve bridge portion, in which four valves A to D are connected in a bridge shape, is interposed between sample lines to a rotor of a continuous centrifuge. A microcomputer is able to open and close the valves A to D independently and is capable of switching between top feed and bottom feed to the sample line. When sample supply is started, switching between the top feed and the bottom feed is performed multiple times, and in the middle of switching and sending a sample liquid, the microcomputer executes an operation of temporarily increasing a liquid pressure multiple times by temporarily closing an outlet valve (C or D) and then immediately opening the valve. As a result of repeating the operation of switching between the said sample feed directions and temporarily increasing the liquid pressure, air that accumulates inside the rotor can be effectively discharged. 1. A continuous centrifuge , comprising: a cylindrical rotor for separating a sample , a centrifuge chamber in which the rotor is accommodated , a drive mechanism for rotating the rotor , and sample lines for continuously supplying and discharging the sample to the rotor during rotation of the rotor , wherein an air discharge mode is arranged which performsan operation in which the sample is alternately flowed to the rotor by top feed and bottom feed while the rotor is rotated, andan operation in which the sample line is temporarily throttled in a manner as increasing a flow speed of the sample line after switching a feed direction, and then the sample line is opened.2. The continuous centrifuge according to claim 1 , wherein the sample lines comprise: a sample supply line connected to a sample tank claim 1 , a sample discharge line connected to a collection tank claim 1 , an upper line joined to an upper passage of the rotor claim 1 , and a lower line joined to a lower passage of the rotor; andthe sample supply line, the sample discharge line, the upper line and the lower line are bridge-connected and ...

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Номер записи: 18
07-01-2021 дата публикации

SAMPLE HOLDING DISC FOR CENTRIFUGATION

Номер: US20210001344A1
Автор: KUDOH Shinobu, TAKEUCHI Ippei
Принадлежит: SHIMADZU CORPORATION

A sample holding disc includes a disk-shaped substrate, a plurality of holders for centrifugation including a recess configured to fit a sampling tip in a state where a flow channel of the sampling tip is substantially horizontal and a proximal end side faces the center, and a holder for keeping which includes a groove provided corresponding to each of the holders for centrifugation on an upper surface of the disk-shaped substrate and in which a distal end side of the sampling tip is fitted and held in a state where the proximal end of the sampling tip faces upward. 1. A sample holding disc for centrifugation comprising:a disk-shaped substrate;a plurality of holders for centrifugation comprising a recess provided on an upper surface of the disk-shaped substrate to fit a sampling tip, the sampling tip having an opening, serving as a sample intake port, at its proximal end and including a flow channel holding a sample drawn from the opening, the flow channel having two flow channel portions connected on a distal end side and extending from the distal end side to a proximal end side, one of the flow channel portions leading to the sample intake port, the other flow channel portion terminating at a position not reaching the proximal end, the holder for centrifugation being configured such that the sampling tip is fitted in a state where the flow channel of the sampling tip is substantially horizontal and the proximal end side faces the center; anda holder for keeping which comprises a groove provided corresponding to each of the holders for centrifugation on the upper surface of the disk-shaped substrate and in which the distal end side of the sampling tip is fitted and held in a state where the proximal end of the sampling tip faces upward.2. The sample holding disc for centrifugation according to claim 1 , wherein the holder for keeping is a through groove capable of causing the distal end of the sampling tip to reach a height equal to or lower than a lower surface of ...

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Номер записи: 19
07-01-2021 дата публикации

Temperature-controlled Centrifuge

Номер: US20210001352A1
Автор: Müller Heiko
Принадлежит: Eppendorf AG

A centrifuge () and a method for preventing the ignition of combustible tempering media in centrifuges () after a crash of the centrifuge rotor are presented. Ignition is prevented by the release of a protective gas in the event of a crash. More precisely, the released protective gas forms a flow that displaces the oxygen, distributes the escaping tempering medium and fundamentally changes the momentary ratio of the concentration of oxygen to tempering medium in such a manner that no ignition can take place either inside or outside the centrifuge (). This means that combustible tempering media can also be used without safety concerns within the scope of controlling the temperature of centrifuges (). 115.-. (canceled)1610. A centrifuge () , comprising:{'b': 16', '20', '20, 'a centrifuge container () in which a centrifuge rotor (, ′) can be accommodated;'}{'b': 18', '20', '20, 'a motor () for driving the centrifuge rotor (, ′);'}{'b': 24', '42', '44', '20', '20, 'temperature control means (, , ) for controlling the temperature of the centrifuge rotor (, ′); and'}{'b': 12', '16', '20', '20', '24', '42', '44', '18, 'a housing () in which the centrifuge container (), the centrifuge rotor (, ′), the temperature control means (, , ) and the motor () are accommodated,'}{'b': 24', '42', '44', '24, 'wherein the temperature control means (, , ) comprise a combustible temperature control medium that is guided in a temperature control medium line (), and'}{'b': 10', '20', '20, 'wherein the centrifuge () comprises a protective gas and is adapted to release the protective gas in the event of a crash of the centrifuge rotor (, ′).'}1710. The centrifuge () according to claim 16 ,wherein the protective gas is an inert gas.1810. The centrifuge () according to claim 16 ,wherein the protective gas is at least one gas selected from the group consisting of argon, helium, carbon dioxide, krypton, neon, nitrogen and xenon.1910. The centrifuge () according to claim 16 ,{'b': 26', '16', '36, ...

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Номер записи: 20
05-01-2017 дата публикации

DECANTER CENTRIFUGE

Номер: US20170001202A1
Автор: MICHELSEN Jan
Принадлежит:

The invention relates to a decanter centrifuge with a rotating bowl () provided with at least one solids discharge port () and at least one clarified liquid discharge port () and a screw conveyor () disposed coaxially within said rotating bowl rotated in the same direction with a differential rotational speed, where a feed suspension to be separated is introduced into a ring shaped space formed between said rotating bowl () and said screw conveyor () through a central feed pipe fixed to the end of the screw conveyor and supported in at least one bearing and can be separated by centrifugal force into a solid and a liquid phase so that said solid phase is discharged from said solid discharge port and said liquid phase is discharged from said clarified liquid discharging apparatus. According to the present invention it is characterized by a liquid phase conduit () arranged in the hollow shaft of the rotating bowl () guiding the liquid phase outside of the bearings (), a liquid phase discharge valve () provided outside the bearing on the side facing away from the bowl () and screw () and a sealing () at the end of the feed pipe () surrounded by the liquid phase conduit. So it is possible to pressurize the system and to use the pressure from the feed pump to support the cake transport in the solids transporting part of the bowl, thereby eliminating the need for variable speed conveyor control and equipment. 1. A decanter centrifuge with a rotating bowl provided with at least one solids discharge port and at least one clarified liquid discharge port and a screw conveyor disposed coaxially within said rotating bowl rotated in the same direction with a differential rotational speed , where a feed suspension to be separated is introduced into a ring shaped space formed between said rotating bowl and said screw conveyor through a central feed pipe fixed to the end of the screw conveyor and supported in at least one bearing and can be separated by centrifugal force into a ...

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Номер записи: 21
05-01-2017 дата публикации

Centrifugal filtering device and method for operating the same

Номер: US20170001203A1
Автор: Jung-Ming Wu
Принадлежит: Seven Juice Co Ltd

A centrifugal filtering device includes a centrifugal drum and a rotary filter. The centrifugal drum has a receiving space for accommodating the source fluid. The rotary filter rotatably mounted in the receiving space includes a filter body and a filtrate discharge pipe. The filter body includes a filter cartridge defining a filtrate-collecting space. The filtrate discharge pipe connecting the filter body is communicative in space with the filtrate-collecting space. By rotating at least one of the centrifugal drum and the rotary filter, the source fluid is driven to generate a vortex by a centrifugal force. The centrifugal force drives the source fluid to form a heavy-phase fluid hitting the centrifugal drum and a light-phase fluid approaching the filter cartridge. The light-phase fluid passes the filter cartridge and then reaches the filtrate-collecting space as a filtrate, and the filtrate is exhausted via the filtrate discharge pipe of the centrifugal filtering device.

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Номер записи: 22
04-01-2018 дата публикации

SEPARATOR

Номер: US20180001330A1
Автор: BATHELT Thomas, Mackel Wilfried, QUITER Kathrin, TAETZ Frank
Принадлежит:

A separator for the centrifugal processing of a flowable product includes a rotatable drum with a vertical rotational axis. The drum delimits a centrifuge chamber and has an arrangement for clarifying the product to be processed in the centrifugal field. The drum consists preferably entirely or partly of plastic or a plastic composite material. A supply system and a discharge system for the drum are formed on or in the drum. A housing in which the drum is arranged and which has a base part, includes a housing casing connected to the base part, and preferably a cover. The housing has at least one first opening configured as a supply opening and/or a discharge opening for a liquid such that the interior of the housing can be easily cleaned and/or disinfected. 124-. (canceled)25. A separator for centrifugal processing of a flowable product , comprising:a rotatable drum having a vertical axis of rotation delimits a centrifugal chamber and includes a device, arranged in the drum, for clarifying the product to be processed in a centrifugal field, wherein the drum is made entirely or partly from plastics or a plastics composite material, wherein an infeed system and a drainage system for the drum are constructed on or in the drum,a housing in which the drum is arranged and having a base part, a housing shell, connected to the base part, and a cover,wherein the housing has at least a first opening that is configured as an infeed opening and/or a drainage opening for a liquid.26. The separator of claim 25 , wherein the housing has at least a second opening configured as a venting opening.27. The separator of claim 25 , wherein the housing has at least a second opening configured as a drainage opening.28. The separator of claim 25 , wherein the at least one opening includes an infeed opening and at least another opening claim 25 , and the infeed opening is arranged vertically higher up in the housing than the at least another opening.29. The separator of claim 25 , wherein ...

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Номер записи: 23
07-01-2016 дата публикации

REMOVING NON-HOMOGENEOUS ICE FROM A FUEL SYSTEM

Номер: US20160003160A1
Автор: Hagshenas Behzad
Принадлежит:

The presently disclosed embodiments utilize an ice separator vessel to trap ice particles in a non-homogeneous ice/fuel mixture flowing in a fuel system. A source of heat, such as heated fuel provided to the ice separator vessel, is used to melt at least a portion of the ice particles so that they do not enter the fuel system downstream of the ice separator vessel. 1. A fuel system comprising:an ice separator vessel configured to separate ice particles from a first supply of fuel comprising a non-homogeneous fuel/ice mixture, and to receive heat from a source of heat;wherein the heat melts at least a portion of the ice particles in the ice separator vessel.2. The fuel system of claim 1 , wherein the source of heat comprises a second supply of fuel.3. The fuel system of claim 2 , wherein:the first supply of fuel is at a first temperature; andthe second supply of fuel is at a second temperature greater than the first temperature.4. The fuel system of claim 2 , wherein the second supply of fuel is received from a fuel oil heat exchanger in a gas turbine engine.5. The fuel supply of claim 1 , wherein the source of heat comprises bleed air received from a gas turbine engine.6. The fuel supply of claim 1 , wherein the source of heat comprises an electric heat source.7. The fuel system of claim 1 , wherein the ice separator vessel is configured to separate the ice particles from the non-homogeneous fuel/ice mixture by centrifugation.8. The fuel system of claim 1 , wherein the ice separator vessel is configured to separate the ice particles from the non-homogeneous fuel/ice mixture by settling.9. A fuel system comprising:an ice separator vessel configured to separate ice particles from a first supply of fuel comprising a non-homogeneous fuel/ice mixture, and to receive a second supply of fuel;wherein the second supply of fuel melts at least a portion of the ice particles in the ice separator vessel.10. The fuel system of claim 9 , wherein:the first supply of fuel is at a ...

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Номер записи: 24
02-01-2020 дата публикации

Centrifugal filtration device and method of capturing and observing fine particles in liquid using the same

Номер: US20200003661A1
Автор: Fumitaka ICHIHARA, Hiroshi Sugawara
Принадлежит: Organo Corp

A centrifugal filtration device is provided. The centrifugal filtration device has filtration membrane that filtrates liquid; cartridge that supports filtration membrane and that forms liquid chamber together with filtration membrane, wherein liquid chamber holds the liquid therein; and rotating member that rotates around rotation center and that supports cartridge such that filtration membrane is positioned outward of liquid chamber with respect to rotation center. Rotating member has a path that is connected to liquid chamber, and at least a part of a liquid contact part of the path that is in contact with the liquid is formed of titanium or a titanium alloy.

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Номер записи: 25
12-01-2017 дата публикации

Self-cleaning Centrifugal Separator

Номер: US20170008011A1
Автор: Burford Nigel, Fell Anthony W., Rouse Angus
Принадлежит:

A centrifugal separator is provided with a base and a substantially vertical spindle upstanding from the base. A rotary vessel is mounted on the spindle. A housing is connected to the base and encloses the rotary vessel. A liquid supply duct supplies a liquid to be filtered to the rotary vessel. The rotary vessel has an open top and an upper edge at the open top. The rotary vessel is provided with a filter material and has a weir arranged at the upper edge, wherein the filter material extends upwardly to the weir. The housing has a passageway adjacent to the weir and the passage way communicates with the weir to enable discharge of waste material that is contained in the liquid to be filtered and does not pass through the filter material during supply of liquid to be filtered to the rotary vessel and rotation of the rotary vessel. 1. A centrifugal separator comprising:a base;a substantially vertical spindle upstanding from the base;a rotary vessel mounted on the spindle;a housing connected to the base and enclosing the rotary vessel;a liquid supply duct configured to supply a liquid to be filtered to the rotary vessel;the rotary vessel having an open top and an upper edge at the open top;the rotary vessel comprising a filter material and further comprising a weir arranged at the upper edge, wherein the filter material extends upwardly to the weir;the housing comprising a passageway arranged adjacent to the weir and communicating with the weir to enable discharge of waste material, the waste material contained in the liquid to be filtered and not passing through the filter material during supply of liquid to be filtered to the rotary vessel and rotation of the rotary vessel.2. The centrifugal separator according to claim 1 , wherein the spindle comprises an axial bore and one or more outlets connected to the axial bore of the spindle and opening into the rotary vessel.3. The centrifugal separator according to claim 2 , wherein the liquid supply duct communicates with ...

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Номер записи: 26
27-01-2022 дата публикации

ACTIVE BIOLOGICAL SAMPLE PROCESSING AND THERMAL MANAGEMENT DEVICES

Номер: US20220022449A1
Автор: HONG Kyungjin, Le Angela, Neal Clara, Pan Tifany, SCHAFF Ulrich
Принадлежит: Sandstone Diagnostics, Inc.

Embodiments for a portable and compact centrifugation and thermal management system capable of separating and transporting biological samples while maintaining sample quality for periods of shipment time are described. A compact, automatic centrifuge holding exactly one sample tube is inside an insulating and thermally managed container suitable for standard shipping. A rotor to retain a sample tube is pre-balanced. An electronic controller starts, times and stops centrifugation automatically, responsive to placement of a lid. Thermal management may comprise a phase change material. Embodiments are free of user controls. Embodiments are free of the need for external power or external control. 1. An apparatus for blood sample separation and shipping comprising:a centrifuge comprising: a motor compartment, a rotor compartment and an axis of rotation;a centrifuge motor adapted to spin a rotor assembly around the axis of rotation via a motor shaft;an electronic controller operatively connected to the centrifuge motor;a battery; wherein the battery provides power to the centrifuge motor and to the electronic controller; 'a rotor frame, a fixed counterweight, an attachment hub, and exactly one sample tube retainer;', 'wherein the rotor compartment comprises: a rotor assembly comprisinga safety liner effectively surrounding at least a portion of an interior perimeter of the rotor compartment;an outer container;a thermal insulation layer between the one sample tube retainer and the outer container;a thermally insulating lid comprising a thermal seal; anda thermal management assembly.2. The apparatus of further comprising:a lid sensor operatively connected to the electronic controller.3. The apparatus of wherein:the apparatus is free of manually operated controls and is free of a manually adjustable counterweight.4. The apparatus of wherein:the apparatus is free of manually operated buttons.5. The apparatus of wherein:the apparatus is free of a manual control for spin time ...

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Номер записи: 27
14-01-2021 дата публикации

CENTRIFUGE SYSTEM

Номер: US20210008572A1
Автор: BINGHAM Richard, GUANDALINI Luciano, LIGERTWOOD Brian, MAROZZI Daniele, MITRIC Bojan, STEWART Colin
Принадлежит:

An apparatus may include a centrifuge bowl rotatable about its longitudinal axis, a discharge unit positioned to receive discharge fluid from the centrifuge bowl, a diverter fluid circuit in communication with the discharge unit, a measurement region of the diverter fluid circuit with a narrower diameter than a cross section of the discharge unit, and the diverter fluid circuit oriented to direct a portion of the discharge fluid from the discharge unit to the measurement region 1. An apparatus , comprising:a centrifuge bowl rotatable about its longitudinal axis;a discharge unit positioned to receive discharge fluid from the centrifuge bowl;a diverter fluid circuit in communication with the discharge unit;a measurement region of the diverter fluid circuit with a narrower diameter than a cross section of the discharge unit;the diverter fluid circuit oriented to direct a portion of the discharge fluid from the discharge unit to the measurement region.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , further including a density measurement sensor in communication with the measurement region.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the discharge unit includes a wide diameter to receive the discharge fluid in a rain fashion.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the diverter fluid circuit further includes:a diverter circuit outlet in communication with the discharge unit.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , further including a flow measurement sensor in communication with the diverter fluid circuit.6. The apparatus of claim 5 , further including a cleaning fluid source in communication with the flow measurement sensor;wherein a release of a cleaning fluid from the cleaning fluid source cleans the discharge fluid out of the diverter fluid circuit.7. The apparatus of claim 6 , wherein the cleaning fluid source includes an air compressor.8. An apparatus claim 6 , comprising:a hazardous environment barrier;an enclosure defined by the hazardous environment barrier;a controller of a machine disposed within ...

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Номер записи: 28
03-02-2022 дата публикации

Improvements to Centrifuge Apparatus

Номер: US20220032324A1
Автор: Bright Colin, Rooke David
Принадлежит:

Apparatus used to allow separation of one or more components from a liquid supplied to the apparatus and then, following use of the apparatus, the one or more separated components can be used for further purposes. The apparatus includes a rotatable shaft to which is mounted one or more columns which rotate with the shaft and which also rotate about their own axes and through which the liquid passes. The columns are provided with liquid from flying lead assemblies and the invention provides improved connecting means between the columns and flying lead assemblies to allow the same to be modular. An improved cooling system is also disclosed. 1. Centrifuge apparatus including a drive shaft and at least one column provided to be rotated by the shaft around the same , said apparatus further comprising: a flying lead assembly to allow passage of a liquid introduced into the apparatus and allow separation of one or more components from the liquid , wherein connection means are provided for attaching the flying lead assembly to the at least one column to allow the flying lead assembly and/or column to be modular.2. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the flying lead assembly and column modules are interchangeable with a remainder of the apparatus.3. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the connection means form and maintain a pathway for the liquid and the liquid dynamics between the flying lead assembly and the column.4. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the connection means are provided so as to achieve connection with a range of columns of different shapes.5. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the connection means are reusable.6. The apparatus according to claim 3 , wherein the connection means include an insert part which is located in the liquid pathway.7. The apparatus according to claim 6 , wherein the insert part regulates the liquid pressure as it passes through the connection means.8. The apparatus according to claim 7 , ...

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Номер записи: 29
19-01-2017 дата публикации

Method and Apparatus for Sample Separation and Collection

Номер: US20170014823A1
Автор: Francisco Javier RAMÍREZ, Jordi Carrera Fabra, Mathias Kuphal, Rafael BRU GIBERT, Ricard MARTIN BLANCO
Принадлежит: Stat Diagnostica and Innovation SL

A centrifuge device and method for use are presented. The centrifuge device includes a housing, a chamber, a channel, and a cover. The housing includes a first port and a vent opening and is designed to rotate about an axis passing through a center of the housing. The chamber is defined within the housing and is coupled to the first port. A first portion of the chamber has a width that tapers between a first width at a first position and a second width at a second position within the chamber, the first width being greater than the second width. The channel is coupled to the second position of the chamber and arranged such that a path exists for gas to travel from the channel to the vent opening. The cover provides a wall that seals the chamber.

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Номер записи: 30
19-01-2017 дата публикации

Method and system for recovering weighting material and making a weighted drilling fluid

Номер: US20170014836A1
Автор: Russell FISHER
Принадлежит: KAYDEN INDUSTRIES LP

A horizontal centrifuge, method and system of use, recovers weighting materials from a returned drilling fluid slurry. A clean fluid is delivered, through a clean fluid pipe arranged axially at the hub, to solids discharge ports. The clean fluid is directed radially and circumferentially outwardly at the discharge ports for mixing homogeneously with the recovered weighting materials from forming a reconstituted weighted drilling mud. The reconstituted weighted drilling mud can then be delivered to a rig mud tank for use in a drilling operation. In the system, a drilling fluid and low gravity solids, which are separated from the weighting materials in the horizontal centrifuge, being a first centrifuge, are directed to a second centrifuge which is capable of removing the low gravity solids, thereby producing a clean fluid. The clean fluid is recycled to the first centrifuge for delivery through the clean fluid pipe.

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Номер записи: 31
15-01-2015 дата публикации

CLEANING IN PLACE SYSTEM AND A METHOD OF CLEANING A CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATOR

Номер: US20150018191A1
Автор: WHITEHEAD Neil
Принадлежит:

A cleaning in place system for a centrifugal separator and a method of cleaning a centrifugal separator are disclosed. The centrifugal separator includes a rotor having a separation space, a separator inlet and a first separator outlet. The first separator outlet includes an outlet pump configured to provide a flow of fluid from the first separator outlet. The cleaning in place system further includes a container for cleaning fluid, a cleaning fluid pump for providing cleaning fluid from the container to the separator inlet, such as an eductor. The cleaning in place system is configured to receive a flow of fluid from the first separator outlet and that the cleaning fluid pump is configured to pump cleaning fluid from the container to the separator inlet by means of the received flow of fluid. 1. A cleaning in place system connectable to a centrifugal separator , the centrifugal separator comprising a rotor arranged for rotation around a rotational axis and forming therein a separation space , a separator inlet for fluid extending into the separation space , and a first separator outlet for fluid extending from the separation space , said first separator outlet comprising an outlet pump configured to provide a flow of fluid from the first separator outlet , the cleaning in place system comprising:a container for cleaning fluid, fluid;a cleaning fluid pump for providing cleaning fluid from the container to the separator inlet;wherein the cleaning in place system is configured to receive a flow of fluid from the first separator outlet and the cleaning fluid pump is configured to pump cleaning fluid from the container to the separator inlet by means of the received flow of fluid.2. The cleaning in place system according to claim 1 , wherein the cleaning fluid pump comprises an eductor.3. The cleaning in place system according to claim 1 , further comprising a valve arranged to bleed off fluid received from the separator inlet when the pressure exceeds a threshold ...

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Номер записи: 32
15-01-2015 дата публикации

CENTRIFUGAL CAPTURE SYSTEM

Номер: US20150018192A1
Автор: Burger Robert, DUCREE Jens
Принадлежит:

A particle capture system that can be used in the context of a lab-on-a-chip platform for particle- and cell-based assays is described. The system comprises a capture chamber comprising a plurality of capture sites, the capture sites defining a capture area configured to receive individual particles travelling within the capture chamber. By rotating the chamber, the individual particles are biased towards the capture sites where they may be captured. 1. A centrifugal capture chamber configured to receive a fluid comprising particles of interest and operably rotatable about an axis of rotation , the chamber having an axis of rotation proximal portion and an axis of rotation distal portion , the capture chamber comprising:an array of individual rows of a plurality of capture sites, each capture site having dimensions scale-matched with dimensions of the particles of interest to be captured, the capture sites which form a capture area configured to receive individual particles travelling within the capture chamber from the axis of rotation proximal portion to the axis of rotation distal portion, a first row of the array at a first defined distance from the axis of rotation and a second row of the array at a second defined distance from the axis of rotation, the second defined distance greater than the first defined distance, the individual rows staggered relative to other ones of the individual rows such that there is no direct, collision-free path in a straight line through the array from the axis of rotation proximal portion to the axis of rotation distal portion and particles travelling under the influence of the centrifugal force will encounter at least one of the capture sites in a respective path of travel of the particle; andwherein the chamber is configured such that a rotation of the capture chamber provides a centrifugal force which induces motion on the particles such that the particles are biased in straight lines in a radial direction away from the axis of ...

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Номер записи: 33
22-01-2015 дата публикации

Multi-Unit Blood Processor With Temperature Sensing

Номер: US20150024920A1
Автор: DOLECEK Victor D.
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Method and apparatus for centrifugal blood component separation including temperature sensing in each of a plurality of separation cells. The temperature of unit of bloods over time is recorded. If the temperature of any of the units exceeds a pre-determined maximum, portions of the blood separation device may be cooled. A controller may determine which of the units to process first, generally proceeding from the warmest unit to the coolest. The order of unit processing may be changed during processing. The detected temperature may be used to calibrate a pressure sensor used to predict the volume of a component separated from a composite fluid by predicting the volume of the composite fluid from sensed pressure and predicting the volume of other separated components from sensed movement of the other components to collection bags. 14-. (canceled)5. An apparatus for separating blood comprisinga rotor having a plurality of separation cavities and a plurality of collection cavities for centrifugally separating a plurality of distinct units of blood into first separated components and at least second separated components;a plurality of separation bags, each containing a unit of blood and adapted to be disposed in a separation cavity;at least one collection bag in each collection cavity;tubing connecting the separation bag to at least one collection bag;a temperature sensor for detecting a temperature of the composite fluid in the separation bag in the separation cavity;a controller comprisingmeans for establishing an order for processing each of the units of blood in response to the sensed temperatures of the units of blood.6. The apparatus of wherein the controller further comprises means for recording temperatures of the units of blood throughout processing of all units andmeans for changing the order for processing each of the units of blood in response to sensed changes in the temperatures of un-processed units of blood.720-. (canceled) This application claims the ...

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Номер записи: 34
02-02-2017 дата публикации

AUTOMATED CENTRIFUGE WITH SIDE AND TOP ACCESS

Номер: US20170028411A1
Автор: GUARRACINA Louis J., NICHOLS Michael J.
Принадлежит:

A housing for an automated centrifuge with side and top access is disclosed. The housing includes an inner housing for enclosing at least one labware nest of the automated centrifuge, the inner housing having a top and a side body substantially surrounding the at least one labware nest, wherein the inner housing includes an opening through both a portion of the top and a portion of the body, and a door movably connected to the inner housing, and movable relative to the open between an open position, in which the door exposes the opening, and a closed position in which the door blocks the opening. 120-. (canceled)21. A housing for an automated centrifuge , the housing comprising:an inner housing for enclosing at least one labware nest of the automated centrifuge, the inner housing having a top and a side body substantially surrounding the at least one labware nest, wherein the inner housing includes an opening through both a portion of the top and a portion of the body, wherein the opening is configured so that the labware nest is accessible through the top and through the side body anda door movably connected to the inner housing, and movable relative to the opening between an open position, in which the door exposes the opening, and a closed position in which the door blocks the opening. This application claims the benefit a U.S. Provisional Application Ser. No. 61/503,435 filed on Jun. 30, 2011, and entitled “AUTOMATED CENTRIFUGE WITH SIDE AND TOP ACCESS”, which is incorporated by reference herein in its entirety.Embodiments of the invention relate to an automated centrifuge housing with a door designed such that when opened, the door exposes a portion of both the front, i.e. side, and top of an interior of the automated centrifuge.In a traditional manually-loaded centrifuge, a user would manually load labware, such as plates, tubes, racks of tubes, vials, racks of vials, or flasks, into the centrifuge through a door on the top of the centrifuge, or an opening on ...

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Номер записи: 35
29-01-2015 дата публикации

Sample carrier centrifuge

Номер: US20150031521A1
Автор: Friedrich Neuhäusser-Wespy, Zhaoqiang Wang
Принадлежит: AusBio R&D Europe GmbH, YANTAI AUSBIO LABORATORIES Co Ltd

The invention relates to a sample carrier centrifuge for a sample carrier ( 24 ) that has at least one sample channel ( 26 ) extending along an essentially central sample channel longitudinal axis (P), having a sample carrier receptacle ( 14 ), which can be rotated around a rotation axis (R) and has a holding section ( 38 ) into which the sample carrier ( 24 ) can be inserted in a loading procedure when the sample carrier receptacle ( 14 ) is not rotating, in which section the sample carrier ( 24 ) is held in the loaded state of the sample carrier receptacle ( 14 ), and from which section the sample carrier ( 24 ) can be removed in an unloading procedure, which is characterized in that a platform ( 22 ) of the sample carrier centrifuge ( 10 ), which is embodied for supporting the sample carrier centrifuge ( 10 ) in accordance with its designated use, is oriented parallel to the rotation axis (R).

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Номер записи: 36
04-02-2021 дата публикации

METHOD OF OPERATING A CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATOR

Номер: US20210031216A1
Автор: BYHMER Fredrik, KASCHMIEDER Erwin
Принадлежит: TETRA LAVAL HOLDINGS & FINANCE S.A.

A method of operating a centrifugal separator is provided. The method includes supplying a liquid mixture to be separated to the inlet of the centrifugal separator, separating the liquid mixture into at least one separated liquid component and a separated sludge component, discharging at least one separated liquid component from at least one liquid outlet of the centrifuge rotor, removing gas from a space surrounding a centrifuge rotor of the separator, to obtain a sub-atmospheric pressure in the space, and discharging a separated sludge component from at least one sludge outlet arranged at a periphery of the centrifuge rotor to the space which is delimited by a frame, wherein the discharging is performed when the sub-atmospheric pressure in the space surrounding the centrifuge rotor is within a preset pressure interval ΔP. 1. A method of operating a centrifugal separator , comprising: a frame which delimits a space that is sealed relative the surroundings of the frame and in which a centrifuge rotor is arranged, and', 'a drive member configured to rotate the centrifuge rotor in relation to the frame around an axis of rotation, wherein the centrifuge rotor encloses a separation chamber that is arranged to receive the supply of liquid mixture to be separated via the inlet,, 'supplying a liquid mixture to be separated to an inlet of the centrifugal separator, the separator comprising'}separating the liquid mixture into at least one separated liquid component and a separated sludge component;discharging at least one separated liquid component from at least one liquid outlet of the centrifuge rotor;removing gas from the space surrounding the centrifuge rotor to obtain a sub-atmospheric pressure in the space; anddischarging a separated sludge component from at least one sludge outlet arranged at the periphery of the centrifuge rotor to the space delimited by the frame, wherein the discharging is performed when the sub-atmospheric pressure in the space surrounding the ...

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Номер записи: 37
11-02-2016 дата публикации

Spring operated swing out rotor system and method for a centrifuge

Номер: US20160038951A1
Автор: Demsia Anthony Walter
Принадлежит:

A spring operated swing out rotor system for a centrifuge includes a rotor with a rotor top and a rotor bay extending down from the rotor top, the rotor bay having a bay wall and a bay bottom; a carrier tray rotatably attached to a retaining element on the bay wall; and a compression-resistant element between the tray and the bay wall urging the tray to rotate away from the bay wall, so that when the rotor is at rest, the tray is maintained at a positive angle from vertical, and when the centrifuge spins the rotor, centrifugal force positions the tray at a vertical angle. The compression-resistant element may be a spring or soft foam. 1. A device for a centrifuge , comprising:a rotor with a rotor top and a rotor bay extending down from the rotor top, the rotor bay having a bay wall and a bay bottom;a carrier tray rotatably attached to a retaining element on the bay wall; anda compression-resistant element between the tray and the bay wall urging the tray to rotate away from the bay wall, so that when the rotor is at rest, the tray is maintained at a positive angle from vertical, and when the centrifuge spins the rotor, the tray is held at a vertical angle.2. The device of claim 1 , further comprising:{'claim-ref': {'@idref': 'CLM-00001', 'claim 1'}, 'a second carrier tray rotatably attached to a second retaining element on a second bay wall opposite the bay wall of ; and'}a second compress-resistant element urging the second tray away from the second bay wall.3. The device of claim 1 , further comprising:a post at a center of the bay bottom;wherein the tray has a tray wall, a floor at a lower end of the tray wall, and a lip on a side of the floor opposite the tray wall;the lip and floor have a notch opposite the tray wall; andthe post fits into the notch so that the post and the compression-resistant element retain the tray in place when the rotor is at rest.4. The device of claim 1 , further comprising:a post at a center of the bay bottom;wherein the post further ...

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Номер записи: 38
18-02-2021 дата публикации

A Bowl for a Batch Centrifugal Concentrator

Номер: US20210046488A1
Автор: Alexander Hamilton Lewis-Gray
Принадлежит: Gekko Systems Pty Ltd

The present invention is a segmented bowl for a batch centrifugal concentrator constructed from a plurality of segments that are each placed adjacently to one another, so that each segment is in intimate contact with its neighbouring segments, so that when a sufficient number of segments are put into place, they form the bowl of the batch centrifugal concentrator.

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Номер записи: 39
01-05-2014 дата публикации

CENTRIFUGE

Номер: US20140121094A1
Автор: HODOTSUKA Yuki
Принадлежит: HITACHI KOKI CO., LTD.

Lowering of process quality of a sample is prevented even when a rotor is slowly decelerated taking a long time upon finishing a centrifugal process. A centrifuge having a steady operation mode of rotating a rotor at an inputted steady rotation speed and a deceleration stop mode of stopping the rotor by deceleration. When a remaining time of the steady operation mode is within a stop preparation time, a target controlled temperature of the rotor chamber is set from a first target controlled temperature to a second target controlled temperature that is higher than the first target controlled temperature. By setting the target controlled temperature of the rotor chamber high before switching to the deceleration stop mode, temperature of the rotor chamber is controlled to be close to a set temperature of the rotor and thus excessive cooling of a sample loaded to the rotor can be prevented. 1. A centrifuge comprising:a rotor chamber containing a rotor in which a sample is loaded;a motor rotary driving the rotor;a cooling unit cooling temperature of the rotor chamber;a temperature sensor detecting the temperature of the rotor chamber;an input unit inputting operation conditions of the rotor; anda control unit controlling the motor in a steady operation mode of rotating the rotor at a setting rotation speed and for a setting time inputted by the input unit and a deceleration stop mode of stopping the rotor by deceleration after the steady operation mode is finished,wherein the control unit controls the cooling unit such that, when the setting rotation speed is higher or equal to a predetermined value, a target controlled temperature of the rotor chamber is set from a first target controlled temperature to a second target controlled temperature that is higher than the first target controlled temperature before starting deceleration of the rotor.2. The centrifuge according to claim 1 ,wherein changes in the target controlled temperature made by the control unit is performed ...

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Номер записи: 40
19-02-2015 дата публикации

Separator Arrangement

Номер: US20150051059A1
Автор: BATHELT Thomas, Mackel Wilfried, PENKL Andreas, Strauch Dieter
Принадлежит: GEA MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT GMBH

A separator arrangement includes a drum with a vertical axis and which is rotatably mounted in a hooded area and placed on a rotatable drive spindle. The arrangement also includes a sealed drive area containing one or more or all of the components of a separator drive, and a pump that generates negative pressure in the sealed drive area relative to the surroundings outside of the drive area. 115-. (canceled)16. A separator arrangement for processing a product in continuous operation , the separator arrangement comprising:a) a rotatable drum arranged in a hooded chamber, wherein the rotatable drum has a vertical rotational axis and is arranged on a rotatable drive spindle;b) a drive chamber which includes one, several or all components of a separator drive, wherein the drive chamber is sealed; andc) a pump configured to generate negative pressure in the sealed drive chamber in relation to a surrounding area outside the sealed drive chamber.17. The separator arrangement of claim 16 , whereinthe hooded chamber is sealed in relation to the surrounding area, andthe pump or another pump is configured to generate negative pressure in the hooded chamber in relation to the surrounding area outside the hooded chamber.18. The separator arrangement of claim 17 , wherein the hooded chamber and the sealed drive chamber are sealed in relation to one another such that the hooded chamber and the sealed drive chamber have a different pressure during operation of the separator arrangement.19. The separator arrangement of claim 16 , further comprising:at least one connection between the hooded chamber and the sealed drive chamber, wherein the at least one connection is configured to create pressure equalization between the hooded chamber and the sealed drive chamber.20. The separator arrangement of claim 16 , further comprising:a negative pressure connection, which lies on a radius of the hood in relation to the rotational axis of the drum and which is greater than 80% of the maximum ...

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Номер записи: 41
26-02-2015 дата публикации

CENTRIFUGE AND SYSTEM FOR MANAGING OPERATION DATA OF CENTRIFUGE

Номер: US20150057141A1
Автор: Takahashi Hiroyuki, Toi Hiroatsu
Принадлежит:

A centrifuge including: a rotor configured to separate a sample; a driving unit configured to rotate the rotor; a control device configured to control the driving unit and generate operation data; a data storage device configured to store the operation data; and a communication unit configured to connect the centrifuge with another centrifuge, wherein the storage device has a first storage area configured to store the operation data of the centrifuge, and a second storage area configured to store operation data of the other centrifuge acquired through the communication unit. 1. A centrifuge comprising:a rotor configured to separate a sample;a driving unit configured to rotate the rotor;a control device configured to control the driving unit and generate operation data;a data storage device configured to store the operation data; anda communication unit configured to connect the centrifuge with another centrifuge,wherein the storage device has a first storage area configured to store the operation data of the centrifuge, and a second storage area configured to store operation data of the other centrifuge acquired through the communication unit.2. The centrifuge according to claim 1 ,wherein the operation data includes identification information of the centrifuge, and date and time of generation of the operation data.3. The centrifuge according to claim 2 ,wherein the operation data includes audit trail data which is generated if the centrifuge is operated by a user.4. The centrifuge according to claim 2 ,wherein the operation data includes an operation parameter which is generated at predetermined intervals during a centrifuging operation.5. The centrifuge according to claim 2 ,wherein the operation data is transmitted and received by the communication unit by using an IP addresses assigned to each centrifuge.6. The centrifuge according to claim 1 ,wherein, if operation data generated by the other centrifuge is received through the communication unit, the control ...

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Номер записи: 42
03-03-2016 дата публикации

System for Blood Separation with Replacement Fluid Apparatus and Method

Номер: US20160058938A1
Автор: LINDNER John R., SWEAT William
Принадлежит: TERUMO BCT, INC.

A method is provided in a centrifugal blood processing system for adding replacement fluid without a dedicated peristaltic pump to blood components being returned to the donor. A disposable blood processing set for use in the method comprises a hermetically sealed set of blood bags, connecting tubes, needles or connectors, and supporting structures with a replacement fluid line coupled directly to a return reservoir without contact with an intervening pump. 1. A disposable blood processing set for use on a centrifugal blood processing device , said disposable set comprising:a blood separation chamber adapted to be mounted on a rotor of said centrifugal blood processing device;a blood inlet line adapted to be coupled to a blood donor and to an inlet pump on said centrifugal blood processing device;an anti-coagulant line in fluid communication with said inlet line, said anti-coagulant line being adapted to be fluidly coupled to a supply of anti-coagulant and being further adapted to be coupled to an anti-coagulant pump on said centrifugal blood processing device;a reservoir adapted to be coupled to at least one sensor for detecting a level of fluid in said reservoir;a return line in fluid communication with said reservoir, said return line being adapted to be coupled to said blood donor and to a return pump on said centrifugal blood processing device;a red blood cell line in fluid communication with said blood separation chamber and said reservoir;a collect line in fluid communication with said blood separation chamber and in selective communication with said reservoir and a collect bag, said collect line being adapted to be coupled to a collect pump;a plasma line in fluid communication with said blood separation chamber and with said reservoir, said plasma line being adapted to be coupled to a plasma pump; anda replacement fluid line in fluid communication with said reservoir and adapted to be placed in fluid communication with a source of replacement fluid.2. A ...

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Номер записи: 43
21-02-2019 дата публикации

Continuous centrifuge

Номер: US20190054477A1
Автор: Cooper David A, Cooper David N, Cooper Diesha L, Cooper Doron E
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A two-vector centrifuge rotates on a central axis, while each centrifuge drum also rotates on the drum's own axis. The inside of each drum has flighting or threads to direct and force material to the bottom of the drum as the two-vector centrifuge rotates. Perforations in the top part of the drum allow liquids to be expelled from the drum, while dried, solid material is ejected though a gap in the bottom of the drum. A pair of troughs keep the ejected liquid fraction separate from the ejected solid fraction, and each fraction is removed from the centrifuge while the centrifuge is operating, allowing the centrifuge to run for extended periods without needing to be cleaned or have accumulated material removed. 1. A centrifuge comprising a rotor , a rotating platform comprising a plurality of drum openings , a plurality of drums , and a plurality of drum movement means in whicha. said rotating platform has an central primary axis,b. each said drum has a central axis of rotation,c. each said drum opening houses a drum,d. the rotor is connected to the rotating platform such that operation of the rotor causes the rotating platform to rotate on the primary axis, ande. the rotating platform is in communication with each said drum through a drum movement means such that each drum turns on the axis of rotation of the drum when said rotating platform rotates on the central primary axis,f. each said drum comprises an inside, an inside surface, an outside, an outside surface, a top portion, and a bottom portion,g. said inner surface comprising a downward movement means,h. said top portion comprising perforations that allow passage of liquids such as water from the inside of the drum to the outside of the drum,i. said top portion comprising an inlet, andj. said bottom portion comprising an egress.2. The centrifuge of in which said downward movement means is female threads.3. The centrifuge of in which said downward movement means is auger fighting.4. The centrifuge of in which ...

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Номер записи: 44
15-05-2014 дата публикации

AUTOMATED CENTRIFUGE WITH SIDE AND TOP ACCESS

Номер: US20140135197A1
Автор: GUARRACINA Louis J., NICHOLS Michael J.
Принадлежит: HiRes Biosolutions

A housing for an automated centrifuge with side and top access is disclosed. The housing includes an inner housing () for enclosing at least one labware nest () of the automated centrifuge, the inner housing having a top and a substantially cylindrical body, wherein the inner housing includes an opening through both a portion of the top and a portion of the body; and a door () configured to move between an open position in which the door exposes the opening and a closed position in which the door blocks the opening. 1. A housing for an automated centrifuge , the housing comprising:an inner housing for enclosing at least one labware nest of the automated centrifuge, the inner housing having a top and a substantially cylindrical body, wherein the inner housing includes an opening through both a portion of the top and a portion of the body; anda door configured to move between an open position in which the door exposes the opening and a closed position in which the door blocks the opening.2. The housing of claim 1 , wherein the door is configured to slide around an outer circumference of the inner housing.3. The housing of claim 1 , further comprising coolant tubing wrapped around the cylindrical body of the inner housing.4. The housing of claim 1 , wherein the door has a first portion and a second portion claim 1 , wherein the first portion is substantially perpendicular to the second portion.5. The housing of claim 4 , wherein the first portion of the door is pivotably attached to the top of the inner housing.6. The housing of claim 5 , wherein the first portion of the door is pivotably attached through a mechanical element linking the first portion of the door with a substantial center of the top of the inner housing.7. The housing of claim 4 , wherein the second portion of the door is shaped to have a curvature substantially corresponding to a curvature of the cylindrical body of the inner housing.8. The housing of claim 1 , wherein in the open position claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 45
15-05-2014 дата публикации

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR SEPARATING FLUID COMPONENTS

Номер: US20140135199A1
Автор: ELLSWORTH James R., Kibbe Mark L., McGovern Paul
Принадлежит: HARVEST TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION

A floating element for separating components of a physiological fluid comprises two parts that are relatively movable. The two parts define a prescribed volume between them when at their maximum separation, and one of the parts may be moved toward the other to express the fluid contained in the volume between the parts. The parts are made of materials having densities so that they assume a desired position in the fluid to allow selected components to be easily obtained and expressed. 1. A disk assembly for use in centrifugation comprising a first and second elements arranged for relative movement and made of materials having respective densities such that said first element floats above said second element in a fluid , and said second element assumes a predetermined position in said fluid.2. A disk assembly according to further including a pin extending from said first element and carrying said second element.3. A disk assembly according to further comprising a third element below said second element for providing stability to said assembly.4. A floating element for assuming a predetermined position between components of different densities wherein said element is made of materials having a density gradient in a vertical direction.5. A floating element according to wherein said element is conical.6. A floating element according to further comprising a peripheral seal.7. A floating element according to in combination with a syringe.8. A method of separating components comprising the steps of providing a syringe with spaced floating elements connected the relative movement and configured to provide a maximum distance between them claim 6 , drawing fluid into said syringe claim 6 , placing said syringe and fluid in a centrifuge and subjecting them to centrifugation claim 6 , and expressing separated components from said syringe. This invention relates to a unique element that floats in a physiological fluid undergoing centrifugation and assumes a location encompassing ...

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Номер записи: 46
02-03-2017 дата публикации

Centrifuge

Номер: US20170056893A1
Автор: Klaus-Guenter EBERLE, Matthias Hornek, Robert Hegele
Принадлежит: Andreas Hettich GmbH and Co KG

The invention relates to a centrifuge ( 10 ) comprising a housing ( 12 ), a rotor ( 32 ), a safety vessel ( 26 ) in which the rotor ( 32 ) is supported on a drive shaft ( 37 ) extending through the safety vessel ( 26 ) and a centrifuge cover ( 16 ) limiting an inner space ( 24 ) of the housing ( 12 ), wherein the safety vessel ( 26 ) is provided in the inner space ( 24 ), a gaseous coolant enters the inner space ( 24 ) via a suction opening ( 20 ), flows through the inner space ( 24 ), thereby guided laterally past the safety vessel ( 26 ) and at least sectionally past the drive motor via the rotor ( 32 ), and laterally exits the inner space ( 24 ) of the housing ( 12 ) through an outlet opening ( 46 ). The invention is characterized by a channel ( 41 ) being provided for the gaseous coolant, running around the safety vessel ( 26 ) at least in part and formed by the safety vessel ( 26 ) and at least one flow guidance ( 40 ), provided in radial direction.

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Номер записи: 47
08-03-2018 дата публикации

Methods, systems and apparatus for manipulating particles

Номер: US20180065127A1
Автор: Ian Fitzpatrick, Joe Mcmahon, Stephen Wilson, Sunil Mehta, Timothy Craig, Tod Herman
Принадлежит: Sartorius Stedim North America Inc

An apparatus for manipulating particles includes: a rotor rotatable at a speed about an axis, the rotor having an outer periphery and front and rear opposite sides; at least one chamber mounted on the rotor, each chamber having an inlet and an outlet; an umbilical assembly rotatable about the axis; and a drive mechanism configured to rotate the umbilical assembly at about one-half the speed of the rotor. The umbilical assembly includes: a curvilinear guide tube connecting to a drum at the rear side of the rotor; a flexible conduit residing in the guide tube; and first and second elongate passageways for each chamber extending through the conduit, wherein the first passageway is in fluid communication with the inlet of a respective chamber and the second passageway is in fluid communication with the outlet of the respective chamber. The passageways are held in a spaced-apart relationship relative to one another.

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Номер записи: 48
08-03-2018 дата публикации

Separator for separating chopped food waste material

Номер: US20180065129A1
Автор: Franceschini Rinaldo, Rusconi Clerici Piero
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A separator extracting dry chopped food waste material from wet chopped food waste material fed in fluid state includes an outer container for an internal centrifuge having a rotating cylinder with perforated walls, which contains a rotating screw that advances the wet chopped food material and separates the liquid portion therefrom; an inlet opening, which receives the wet chopped food material to be introduced into the rotating cylinder through a hollow duct inside the screw feeder, causing its upward movement and advancement; and an outlet opening, which evacuates the chopped material without the liquid portion. The outer container includes upper and lower half-shells that are monolithic and integral sanitation elements of the separator and a centering and sealing element at a coupling area, a flow-regulation valve being positioned at a lower opening to evacuate the separated liquid from the outer container. 1. A separator separating dry chopped food waste material from wet chopped food waste material , fed in fluid state , comprising:{'b': 11', '12', '13', '14, 'an outer container () for an internal centrifuge having a rotating cylinder () with perforated walls (), in which a rotating screw feeder () is positioned for advancement of the wet chopped food material and separation of a liquid portion of the wet chopped food material;'}{'b': 27', '11', '12', '15', '14, 'an inlet opening () in the outer container (), which receives the wet chopped food material to be introduced into said rotating cylinder () through a hollow duct () inside the screw feeder (), which causes an upward movement and advancement of the wet chopped food waste material; and'}{'b': 18', '12', '11, 'an outlet opening () positioned near a top of the rotating cylinder () and the outer container (), the outlet opening outwardly evacuating the chopped food waste material without the liquid portion,'}{'b': 11', '19', '20', '21, 'wherein said outer container () has an upper half-shell () and a lower ...

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Номер записи: 49
09-03-2017 дата публикации

ADAPTERS AND INSTRUMENT MODULES FOR USE IN A CENTRIFUGE BUCKET

Номер: US20170065985A1
Автор: HOANG Tony P.
Принадлежит: The Research Foundation for The State University of New York

An adapter is connectable to any one of a plurality of different instrument modules so that the connected adapter and any one of the plurality of different instrument modules is positionable within a centrifuge bucket. The adapter includes, for example, a support positionable in a first portion of the centrifuge bucket so that the any one of the plurality of different instrument modules is positionable in a second portion of the centrifuge bucket, a processor attachable to the support, a power source or a connector to a power source operably electrically connected to the processor, an interface operably connected to the processor for receiving data from the any one of the plurality of different instrument modules, and a transmitter for wirelessly transmitting data from the processor to a remote location. 1. An adapter operably connectable to any one of a plurality of different instrument modules , said connected adapter and any one of a plurality of different instrument modules positionable within a centrifuge bucket , said adapter comprising:a support positionable in a first portion of the centrifuge bucket so that the any one of a plurality of different instrument modules is positionable in a second portion of the centrifuge bucket;a processor attachable to said support;a power source or a connector to a power source operably electrically connected to said processor;an interface operably connected to said processor for receiving data from the any one of the plurality of different instrument modules; anda transmitter for wirelessly transmitting data from said processor to a remote location.2. The adapter of wherein said processor is adapted to process data from the any one of the plurality of different instrument modules claim 1 , and control transmission of said processed data to the remote location.3. The adapter of wherein said processor is adapted to process data from the any one of the plurality of different instrument modules claim 1 , and control ...

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Номер записи: 50
09-03-2017 дата публикации

SEPARATION SAMPLING MODULES FOR USE WITHIN A BUCKET OF A CENTRIFUGE

Номер: US20170067812A1
Автор: HALVORSEN Kenneth A., HOANG Tony P.
Принадлежит: The Research Foundation for The State University of New York

A separation sampling module for use within a bucket of a centrifuge for monitoring separation of a sample in a container includes a housing operable for supporting the container for containing the sample and removably positionable within the bucket of the centrifuge, at least one light source for illuminating the sample, at least one light detector for detecting light from the sample, an accelerometer for measuring acceleration of the housing, and at least one of a power source and a connector operably connectable to a power source for use in powering the at least one light source. Light from the at least one light source passing through the sample defines a light path disposed in a direction across the direction of a centrifugal force when the separation sampling module is disposed in the bucket and rotated in the centrifuge. 1. A separation sampling module for use within a bucket of a centrifuge for monitoring separation of a sample in a container , said separation sampling module comprising:a housing operable for supporting the container for containing the sample and removably positionable within the bucket of the centrifuge;at least one light source for illuminating at least a portion of the sample;at least one light detector for detecting light from the sample;an accelerometer for measuring acceleration of said housing;at least one of a power source and a connector operably connectable to a power source for use in powering said at least one light source; andwherein light from said at least one light source passing through the sample defines a light path disposed in a direction across the direction of a centrifugal force when said separation sampling module is disposed in the bucket and rotated in the centrifuge.2. The separation sampling module of further comprising a processor disposed in said housing for monitoring said accelerometer.3. The separation sampling module of wherein said processor is operable to control projection of light onto the rotating ...

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Номер записи: 51
17-03-2016 дата публикации

CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATOR HAVING ENERGY CONSUMPTION REDUCING DEVICES

Номер: US20160074880A1
Автор: Häggmark Carl, Hagqvist Peter, Hillström Lars, Isaksson Roland, Thorwid Peter
Принадлежит: ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB

The invention relates to a centrifugal separator comprising a casing which delimits and seals off a space in which a rotor is arranged. The rotor forms a separation space which is sealed or isolated from the space, and in which separation space centrifugal separation of a higher density and a lower density component from a fluid takes place. An inlet extends into the rotor for introducing fluid to the separation space, and a first outlet extends from the rotor for discharge of a component separated from the fluid. The space is connected to a pump device which is arranged to remove gas, thereby maintaining negative pressure in said space. The rotor comprises at least one second outlet extending from the separation space to the space for discharge of at least one higher density component separated from the fluid. The invention also relates to a method in such a centrifugal separator. 1. A centrifugal separator comprising a casing which delimits a space which is sealed relative to the surroundings of the casing and in which a rotor is arranged for rotation , which rotor forms within itself a separation space , and in which separation space centrifugal separation of at least one higher density component and at least one lower density component from a fluid takes place during operation , into which rotor at least one inlet extends for introducing said fluid to the separation space , and from which rotor at least one first outlet extends for discharge of at least one component separated from the fluid during operation , wherein the space is connected to a pump device which is arranged to remove gas from the space during operation , thereby maintaining negative pressure in said space , and wherein the rotor comprises at least one second outlet extending from a portion of the separation space to the space for discharge of at least one higher density component separated from the fluid during operation;the at least one second outlet being configured to at least partially seal ...

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Номер записи: 52
19-03-2015 дата публикации

CENTRIFUGE HAVING A COMPRESSOR COOLING DEVICE, AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING A COMPRESSOR COOLING DEVICE OF A CENTRIFUGE

Номер: US20150080202A1
Автор: Fischer Sven, MUELLER Heiko, Wolf Dieter
Принадлежит:

The present invention relates to a centrifuge having a compressor cooling device and it also relates to methods for controlling a compressor cooling device of a centrifuge. The centrifuge according to the invention has a controllable throttle device in the refrigeration cycle of the compressor cooling device. 1. A laboratory centrifuge with a centrifuge bowl and a compressor cooling device , comprising:a refrigeration cycle;an evaporator;a condenser; anda compressor,wherein the refrigeration cycle includes at least one controllable throttle device upstream of the evaporator, which throttle device acts as an expansion element for regulating a refrigerant flow,wherein devices for determining an actual temperature of the centrifuge bowl of the centrifuge are provided,wherein the compressor is configured controllable with respect to its feed volume,wherein the laboratory centrifuge is configured so that a nominal temperature of the centrifuge bowl is predeterminable,wherein a tolerance range of +/−5K about the nominal temperature of the centrifuge bowl is predeterminable,wherein the laboratory centrifuge is configured to adjust the at least one controllable throttle device to a predetermined refrigerant flow upon startup of the compressor cooling device, andwherein the laboratory centrifuge is configured to lower the actual temperature in the centrifuge bowl into the tolerance range through the controllable compressor and to keep compressor power constant thereafter as long as the actual temperature of the centrifuge bowl is in the tolerance range and the actual temperature of the centrifuge bowl is regulated by the controllable throttle device.2. The laboratory centrifuge according to claim 1 ,wherein at least one device is provided for detecting a first temperature of the refrigerant upstream of the evaporator and a second temperature of the refrigerant downstream of the evaporator or the actual temperature of the centrifuge bowl.3. The laboratory centrifuge according ...

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Номер записи: 53
29-03-2018 дата публикации

Device And Method To Facilitate The Prepackaging, Handling And Use Of Small Volumes Of Fluids

Номер: US20180085748A1
Автор: Beebe David J., Guckenberger, JR. David J., Warrick Jay W.
Принадлежит:

A device and method are provided to facilitate the handling of a volume or fluid. The device includes an elongated tube having an open first end and a second end. The tube defines a reservoir for receiving the volume or fluid. A stanchion has a first end received within the reservoir of the tube and a second end projecting from the open end of the elongated tube. In operation, the elongated tube is deposited in a first capsule having fluid therein. The first capsule is centrifuged such that the volume of fluid is received in a reservoir in the tube through the open end. The tube is removed from the first capsule and positioned in a second capsule such that the open end of the tube is spaced from a closed end of the second capsule. The second capsule is centrifuged such that the volume of fluid is expelled from the reservoir of the tube. 1. A device to facilitate the packaging and release of a volume of fluid , comprising:an elongated tube having an open first end and a second end, the tube defining a reservoir for receiving the volume of fluid; anda stanchion having a first end operatively connected to the tube and a second end projecting from the open end of the elongated tube.2. The device of wherein the reservoir has a volume less than 10 microliters.3. The device of wherein the reservoir has a volume in the range of 0.01 microliters to 6 microliters.4. The device of wherein the tube has a diameter in the range of 50 micrometers to 1.5 millimeters.5. The device of wherein the tube has a length of 1 millimeter and 15 millimeters.6. The device of further comprising a seal closing off the second end of the tube.7. The device of wherein the first end of the stanchion is fixed to the seal.8. The device of wherein the second end of the tube is closed.9. A method for facilitating the handling of a volume of fluid claim 1 , comprising the steps:positioning an elongated tube in a first capsule having the fluid therein, the tube having an open end; andcentrifuging the ...

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Номер записи: 54
30-03-2017 дата публикации

Closed-circuit mobile system for recovering contaminated soils and process for recovering contaminated soils

Номер: US20170087608A1
Автор: Fernando Loureiro Pecoraro
Принадлежит: Odc Ambievo Technologia E Inovacao Ambiental Industria E Comercio De Insumos Naturais S/a, Odc Ambievo Tecnologia E Inovacao Ambiental Industria E Comercio De Insumos Naturais S/a

The present abstract relates to an invention patent for a closed-circuit mobile system for recovering contaminated soils, pertaining to the field of combating environmental pollution; said system comprising, essentially: 1)—a step of washing the contaminated soil SC (block 1 ), consisting essentially of removing the contaminated soil SC from the place of origin O and homogenizing same under high pressure with washing solution SLAV comprised of water+washing product PL containing modified terpenoids and/or terpenes; provided by compact washing equipment ( 1 ) installed close to the place of origin O of the contaminated soil SC where the recovered soil SR is backfilled; and 2)—a recovery step carried out using centrifugal clarifier ( 10 ) and centrifuge ( 20 ) (block 2 ), wherein recovered contaminants CR and recovered washing product PLR are produced, the latter being recycled to make up washing solution SLAV, and the recovered contaminants CR being reused in process P that originated same or other; said steps (1) and (2), process P which originated the contaminated soil SC, the means for providing washing solution SLAV, and the outlets for recovered soil SR from step (1) and for recovered contaminants CR and recovered washing product PLR from step (2) forming a closed circuit, which does not substantially produce disposable material(s).

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Номер записи: 55
12-05-2022 дата публикации

CENTRIFUGE WITH ELASTOCALORIC COOLING AND METHOD FOR COOLING A CENTRIFUGE

Номер: US20220143628A1
Автор: Karl Andreas, Langer Daniel
Принадлежит:

The present invention relates to a centrifuge, in particular a laboratory centrifuge, comprising a rotor which is rotatably mounted in an interior of a rotor chamber and is designed to accommodate sample vessels, a drive motor to set the rotor in rotation, and a cooling device which is designed to dissipate heat from the interior of the rotor chamber via a coolant, the cooling device being designed to use an elastocaloric effect and having at least one cooling unit which comprises an elastocaloric material arranged between a counter block and a punch, the punch being designed to periodically apply a force to the elastocaloric material and then to let the elastocaloric material relax again, the cooling device being designed to transfer both heat from the elastocaloric material to the coolant and from the coolant to the elastocaloric material. The present invention also relates to a method for cooling an interior of a rotor chamber of such a centrifuge. 1. A centrifuge , comprising:a rotor rotatably mounted in an interior of a rotor chamber and being designed to accommodate sample vessels,a drive motor to set the rotor in rotation, anda cooling device designed to dissipate heat from the interior of the rotor chamber via a coolant,wherein the cooling device is designed to use an elastocaloric effect and has at least one cooling unit which comprises an elastocaloric material arranged between a counter block and a punch, the punch being designed to periodically apply a force to the elastocaloric material and then to let the elastocaloric material relax again, the cooling device being designed to transfer both heat from the elastocaloric material to the coolant and from the coolant to the elastocaloric material,wherein the cooling device comprises a cooling group which has a plurality of cooling units connected in series, the cooling units being arranged and designed such that a rotating eccentric successively applies a force to the punches of the cooling units, and ...

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Номер записи: 56
28-03-2019 дата публикации

APPARATUS FOR THE TREATMENT OF WASTE WATER CONTAINING FATS, OILS AND GREASE

Номер: US20190092654A1
Автор: JAMES Thomas Philip
Принадлежит: PHYSICHEM LTD.

Disclosed is an apparatus () and method for treating contaminated waste water (). The apparatus comprises a heater (), a feed apparatus (), for supplying contaminated waste water () to the heater () and a centrifuge () downstream of the heater (). A heat exchanger () is also provided which has a first channel () and a second channel (). The first channel () is connected in a flow path extending between the feed apparatus () and the centrifuge (); and a waste water outlet () from the main centrifuge () is fluidly coupled to an inlet of the second channel () of the heat exchanger (). 1. An apparatus for treating contaminated waste water comprising:a heater;a feed apparatus for supplying contaminated waste water to the heater;a centrifuge provided downstream of the heater;a heat exchanger having a first channel and a second channel, wherein the first channel is connected in a flow path extending between the feed apparatus and the centrifuge; andwherein a waste water outlet from the main centrifuge is fluidly coupled to an inlet of the second channel of the heat exchanger.2. An apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the centrifuge is a tricanter-type centrifuge.3. An apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the centrifuge is a main centrifuge claim 1 , and an auxiliary centrifuge is provided between the heater and the main centrifuge; the auxiliary centrifuge having a liquid phase outlet which is fluidly coupled to the inlet of the main centrifuge and a solids outlet.4. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the first channel of the heat exchanger is provided in a flow path extending between the feed apparatus and the heater.5. An apparatus according to claim 3 , wherein a secondary heater is provided between the auxiliary centrifuge and the main centrifuge.6. An apparatus according to claim 3 , wherein the apparatus further includes a secondary heat exchanger having a first channel and a second channel; and wherein the first channel of the secondary heat ...

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Номер записи: 57
11-04-2019 дата публикации

Using a Liquefied Gas as a Centrifuge Aid

Номер: US20190106953A1
Автор: Jamison Dale E., Kleinguetl Kevin G.
Принадлежит: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc.

Extracting and separating solid particulates from a drilling fluid includes combining a stream of drilling fluid containing solid particulates with a liquefied gas to form a mixture having a reduced viscosity and/or density. The mixture enters a centrifugal separator at a pressure sufficient to keep the liquefied gas in a liquid phase where rotational forces promote the separation of at least a portion of the solid particulates from the mixture. At least a portion of the solid particulates are removed to form a fluid stream having reduced solids content. In embodiments the liquefied gas can be selected from the group consisting of an inert gas, an alkane gas, an alkene gas, an alkyne gas, a noble gas, and combinations thereof. The liquefied gas can be removed from the fluid stream after the centrifugal separator and recycled back to be mixed with the stream of drilling fluid containing solid particulates. 1. A method of extracting and separating solid particulates from a drilling fluid composition comprising:contacting a first drilling fluid containing solid particulates with a liquefied gas to form a second drilling fluid exhibiting one or more properties that are reduced compared to the same property exhibiting by the first drilling fluid, wherein the one or more properties are selected from viscosity, density, and combinations thereof;introducing the second drilling fluid into a first centrifugal separator, wherein the first centrifugal separator is operated at a first pressure sufficient to maintain liquefied gas present in the second drilling fluid in a liquid phase;rotating the first centrifugal separator to promote separation of at least a portion of the solid particulates from the second drilling fluid; andremoving at least a portion of the solid particulates from the second drilling fluid to form a third drilling fluid having reduced solids content compared to the second stream.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the liquefied gas is in either a ...

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Номер записи: 58
18-04-2019 дата публикации

LID STAND

Номер: US20190111443A1
Автор: Nagabayashi Tetsu
Принадлежит: Sakura Seiki Co., Ltd.

Provided is a lid stand that can accommodate a lid of a sealed rotating container of a centrifugal smearing device in a leaned state and so that liquid dripping can be prevented, without securing a wide space on a desk, and that can similarly lower a risk of touching a liquid specimen also for both right-handed and left-handed operators. A lid stand () of the present invention is a lid stand against which a lid () fitted in a sealed rotating container () of a centrifugal smearing device () and having a flange portion () protruding in a radial direction in a peripheral portion () and a cylindrical scattering protective wall () protruding to a rear surface direction is placed by leaning, wherein: a center supporting member () having an upper supporting portion () supporting a center vicinity portion () of the lid () on both one side and the other side is disposed at a center position; and a lateral side supporting member () having a lower supporting portion () supporting the peripheral portion () of the lid () is disposed at positions on both sides being the one side and the other side with respect to the center supporting member (). 1. A lid stand against which a lid fitted in a sealed rotating container of a centrifugal smearing device and having a flange portion protruding in a radial direction in a peripheral portion and a cylindrical scattering protective wall protruding to a rear surface direction is placed by leaning , wherein:a center supporting member having an upper supporting portion supporting a center vicinity portion of the lid on both one side and the other side is disposed at a center position; anda lateral side supporting member having a lower supporting portion supporting the peripheral portion of the lid is disposed at positions on both sides being the one side and the other side with respect to the center supporting member.2. The lid stand according to claim 1 , whereinthe lower supporting portion of the lateral side supporting member is formed in ...

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Номер записи: 59
13-05-2021 дата публикации

Centrifuge

Номер: US20210138485A1
Автор: Dong Liang, Frank FEIST, Wolfgang Heimberg, Wolfgang Mann
Принадлежит: Bluecatbio GmbH

The present invention relates to a centrifuge for cleaning a reaction vessel unit, comprising a rotor and a rotor chamber in which the rotor is positioned and supported in rotary fashion. The rotor chamber is delimited by a housing having a drainage channel beneath the rotor. Adjacent to the channel, the inner surface of the housing is embodied in the form of a funnel that feeds into the channel. This centrifuge does not require a suction pump for suctioning liquids from the rotor chamber. In addition, the centrifuge can be provided with an exchangeable module that delimits the rotor chamber and includes the rotor. The exchangeable module can be exchanged after a predetermined amount of use and replaced with another. It is also possible, however, for the module to be removed from the centrifuge, cleaned, and re-inserted.

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Номер записи: 60
13-05-2021 дата публикации

FACILITY FOR THE CENTRIFUGAL CLARIFICATION OF A SUSPENSION

Номер: US20210138486A1
Автор: BERLAGE Meinolf, Herberg Wolf-Dietrich
Принадлежит:

A facility for the centrifugal clarification of a suspension includes a centrifuge and a device with a container having a tubular envelope surface at least in sections for conducting the medium, which is arranged on a liquid outlet of the centrifuge. The container with a tubular envelope surface at least in sections includes an inlet for supplying a pressurizing gas, and the volume of the container with a tubular envelope surface at least in sections is smaller than the double receiving volume of the centrifuge. 114-. (canceled)15. A facility for the centrifugal clarification of a suspension medium while providing a clarified liquid medium with a medium pressure , the facility comprising:a centrifuge;a device for damping pressure surges having a container with at least one tubular envelope surface arranged, at least in some sections, for conducting the medium, wherein the container is arranged at a liquid outlet of the centrifuge, wherein the container has an inlet for supplying a pressurizing gas, and wherein a volume of the container is at most twice as large as a receiving volume of the centrifuge; andan evaluation unit configured to set a gas volume as a function of a limit level of the suspension medium in the container,wherein the inlet for supplying the pressurizing gas has a separate outlet connection for a cleaning medium.16. The facility of claim 15 , wherein the device for damping pressure surges includes a first measuring instrument configured to monitor or determine a limit level of the suspension medium in the container.17. The facility of claim 16 , wherein the container has an inlet line and an outlet line for the suspension medium.18. The facility of claim 17 , wherein the inlet line is arranged below the limit level.19. The facility of claim 15 , wherein the inlet is located at an upper end of the container.20. The facility of claim 17 , wherein the outlet line of the suspension medium or a discharge connection for the cleaning medium is arranged ...

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Номер записи: 61
09-04-2020 дата публикации

Coordinated conveyers in an automated system

Номер: US20200110103A1
Автор: John G. Gorman
Принадлежит: Team Conveyer Intellectual Properties LLC

Coordinated conveyors in an automated system. A system comprises a plurality of conveyors, which each comprise a plurality of segments, and one or more stations. An instruction is received to perform an operation that requires at least one station to process at least a first item held by a first segment of a first conveyor and a second item held by a second segment of a second conveyor. In response to the instruction, one or both of the first and second conveyors are moved, such that the first segment and the second segment are aligned at the station. After alignment, one or more instruments of the station process the first item and the second item.

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Номер записи: 62
17-07-2014 дата публикации

Centrifuge

Номер: US20140200128A1
Автор: BATHELT Thomas, Mackel Wilfried, MOSS Reinhard, PENKL Andreas
Принадлежит: GEA MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT GMBH

A centrifuge, in particular a separator, includes a rotatable centrifuge drum with a vertical axis of rotation and a non-rotatable fixed housing with a hood and preferably a solids collector. In the centrifuge, the housing, in particular the fixed hood and/or at least one other part of the housing, have at least one first inner wall and a first outer wall which delimit a first cavity. The cavity is at least partly filled with damping/insulation agents that are solid at a process or ambient temperature. A coolant that has a fluid form at a process and/or ambient temperature can be introduced into the first cavity filled with the solid damping/insulation agents. 114-. (canceled)15. A centrifuge having a rotatable centrifuge drum with a vertical axis of rotation , the centrifuge comprising: the housing delimits at least one first cavity at least partly filled with deadening media that are solid at a process or ambient temperature,', 'a coolant, having a fluid form at the process or ambient temperature, introduced into the first cavity at least partly filled with the said deadening media., 'a non-rotatable, positionally fixed housing with a hood, wherein'}16. The centrifuge according to claim 15 , wherein the housing includes a solids collector.17. The centrifuge according to claim 15 , wherein the centrifuge is a separator.18. The centrifuge according to claim 15 , wherein the first cavity has a first inner wall and an outer wall claim 15 , and further wherein the first inner and/or outer wall have at least one first coolant inlet line and one first coolant outlet line for the introduction and discharge of the coolant into and out of the first cavity filled with the solid deadening media.19. The centrifuge according to claim 18 , wherein the solid deadening material is a bulk material.20. The centrifuge according to claim 19 , wherein the bulk material has a minimum grain size so as to be traversed by a flow of the coolant.21. The centrifuge according to claim 19 , ...

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Номер записи: 63
05-05-2016 дата публикации

ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS,AND SEPARATION SAMPLING MODULES FOR USE WITHIN A BUCKET OF A CENTRIFUGE

Номер: US20160123862A1
Автор: HALVORSEN Kenneth A., HOANG Tony P.
Принадлежит: The Research Foundation for The State University of New York

A separation sampling module for use within a bucket of a centrifuge for monitoring separation of a sample in a container includes a housing operable for supporting the container for containing the sample and removably positionable within the bucket of the centrifuge, at least one light source for illuminating the sample, at least one light detector for detecting light from the sample, and at least one of a power source and a connector operably connectable to a power source for use in powering the at least one light source. Light from the at least one light source passing through the sample defines a light path disposed in a direction across the direction of a centrifugal force when the separation sampling module is disposed in the bucket and rotated in the centrifuge. 1. A separation sampling module for use within a bucket of a centrifuge for monitoring separation of a sample in a container , said separation sampling module comprising:a housing operable for supporting the container for containing the sample and removably positionable within the bucket of the centrifuge;at least one light source for illuminating at least a portion of the sample;at least one light detector for detecting light from the sample;at least one of a power source and a connector operably connectable to a power source for use in powering said at least one light source; andwherein light from said at least one light source passing through the sample defines a light path disposed in a direction across the direction of a centrifugal force when said separation sampling module is disposed in the bucket and rotated in the centrifuge.2. The separation sampling module of wherein said at least one light source is disposed adjacent to one side of the container for illuminating the sample; and said at least one light detector is disposed adjacent to a different side of the container.3. The separation sampling module of wherein said housing is operable to support an elongated container defining a ...

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Номер записи: 64
23-04-2020 дата публикации

CENTRIFUGAL FIELD-FLOW FRACTIONATION DEVICE

Номер: US20200122158A1
Автор: Aoki Kengo, KATO Haruhisa
Принадлежит: SHIMADZU CORPORATION

Provided is a centrifugal field-flow fractionation device in which a liquid sample is less likely to leak from a channel and attachment and detachment work of a channel member is facilitated. By integrally forming an outer peripheral surface and an inner peripheral surface of a channel member , the channel member is configured as one hollow member having a channel formed inside. Thus, pressure resistance performance of the channel member is improved, formation of a gap in the channel can be prevented, and deterioration in sealing performance due to secular change is not generated. Accordingly, a liquid sample is less likely to leak from the channel . Further, since the channel member can be handled as one member, attachment and detachment work of the channel member is facilitated. 1. A centrifugal field-flow fractionation device comprising:a rotor that rotates about a rotation axis and has an annular shape;a channel member that is provided along an inner peripheral surface of the rotor and has an arc shape, the channel member havingan outer peripheral surface that is formed on a side of the rotor and has an arc shape,an inner peripheral surface that is formed on a side of the rotation axis and has an arc shape,a channel for a liquid sample formed inside,an inlet through which the liquid sample flows to the channel, andan outlet through which the liquid sample flows out from the channel; anda rotation drive unit that rotates the rotor so that particles in the liquid sample in the channel are classified by a centrifugal force,wherein the channel member includes a hollow member having the channel formed inside by integrally forming the outer peripheral surface and the inner peripheral surface,wherein the channel member includes a laminate formed of a plurality of layers joined to each other, the plurality of layers including an outer surface layer on which the outer peripheral surface is formed and an inner surface layer on which the inner peripheral surface is formed, ...

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Номер записи: 65
21-05-2015 дата публикации

Drive Apparatus for a Separator Arrangement

Номер: US20150141231A1
Автор: BATHELT Thomas, Bolte Andreas, Strauch Dieter
Принадлежит: GEA MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT GMBH

A separator drum having a vertical rotation axis and an inflow line for a material which is to be processed by centrifuging is driven by a drive apparatus via a drive spindle. The drive spindle is rotated by a motor designed as a direct drive and having a stator and a rotor. The drive apparatus is arranged in a drive housing having a motor housing section designed as an explosion-protected structure that is encapsulated in a pressure-resistant manner and in which the motor is accommodated. 124-. (canceled)25. A drive apparatus for a separator drum with a vertical rotational axis and a feed line for a centrifuged material which is to be processed , the drive apparatus comprising:a direct drive motor having a stator and rotor;a drive spindle coupling the direct drive motor to the separator drum; anda drive housing in which the drive apparatus is arranged, wherein the drive apparatus has a motor housing section that is configured in an explosion-proof, pressure-tightly encapsulated type of construction and in which is accommodated the motor together with the stator and the rotor.26. The drive apparatus of claim 25 , wherein the drive housing consists of a plurality of sub-sections of which one is the motor housing section and another is a bearing housing section accommodating a bearing device for the drive spindle.27. The drive apparatus of claim 26 , wherein the motor housing section is configured as a section that is stationary during operation of the centrifuge and is adjacent to a part that rotates during operation claim 26 , wherein at least one gap is formed between the part that rotates during operation and the motor housing section.28. The drive apparatus of claim 27 , wherein the at least one gap is dimensioned in such a way that flame/spark flashover through the at least one gap is not possible in the event of an explosion in an interior of the motor housing.29. The drive apparatus of claim 27 , wherein the sub-sections comprise:the bearing housing section, ...

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Номер записи: 66
26-05-2016 дата публикации

Supercentrifuge with NonIntrusive Device for the Extraction of Solids and Process for Extracting the Same

Номер: US20160144382A1
Автор: Riera-Domenech Marc
Принадлежит:

A supercentrifuge with a non-intrusive device for the extraction of solids, the supercentrifuge comprising a chamber or rotor () for the clarification of liquids and a piston () located within the chamber passing through it in order to discharge the solids, the piston () being driven in its outward travel along the chamber () by the injection of a pressurised fluid which pushes the piston, in which the supercentrifuge has means for the generation of vacuum to bring about return movement of the piston along the chamber. 1. A supercentrifuge with a non-intrusive extraction device , the centrifuge comprising:a chamber or rotor for the clarification of liquids;and a piston located within the rotor movable in a bidirectional path along the rotor to discharge solids after a clarification and filling cycle; having the piston a valve providing access to a conduit or conduits passing through the piston to allow the clarified liquid free of solids to pass;the piston being driven by the injection of a pressurized fluid which pushes the piston during its outward travel along the rotor;characterised in thatthe supercentrifuge has means for generating vacuum to cause return movement of the piston along the rotor, andthe bottom end of the system has a non-hermetic seal.2. A supercentrifuge according to claim 1 , characterized in that its rotor has a passage through which pressure is applied for the outward travel of the piston and vacuum for its return travel.3. A supercentrifuge according to characterised in that said valve providing access to a conduit or conduits passing through the piston is a single valve and is placed in a central position of the piston.4. A supercentrifuge according to claim 1 , characterized in that the valve is open when the piston is at the start of its outward travel and is provided with a spring which causes it to close when the piston is driven by the pressurised fluid to discharge the solids.5. A supercentrifuge according to claim 1 , characterized ...

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Номер записи: 67
16-05-2019 дата публикации

METHOD FOR THERMALLY DISINFECTING A CENTRIFUGE

Номер: US20190143343A1
Автор: BATHELT Thomas, ESSELING Dirk
Принадлежит: GEA MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT GMBH

A method for thermally disinfecting a centrifuge to reduce the quantity of germs therein, the centrifuge having a rotatable drum and being used for centrifugally processing a product, involves reducing the quantity of germs using vapor that is not pressurized or which is at atmospheric pressure. 113-. (canceled)14. A method for thermally disinfecting a centrifuge by reducing a quantity of germs in the centrifuge , the method comprising:reducing the quantity of gems in the centrifuge using vapor that is not pressurized or which is at atmospheric pressure,wherein the centrifuge has a rotatable drum and is configured to centrifugally processing a product.15. The method of claim 14 , wherein the vapor is steam under atmospheric pressure.16. The method of claim 14 , wherein the vapor under atmospheric pressure is passed via a product path of the centrifuge.17. The method of claim 14 , wherein the drum is rotated as the vapor is passed through the centrifuge.18. The method of claim 14 , wherein the vapor is passed through a feed claim 14 , distributor ducts claim 14 , a centrifuging chamber claim 14 , a separating disk stack claim 14 , and an outlet of the centrifuge.19. The method of claim 18 , wherein the vapor is also passed through outlet openings claim 18 , a hood claim 18 , or a solids trap of the centrifuge.20. The method of claim 18 , wherein claim 18 , while the vapor is passed through the centrifuge claim 18 , the drum is rotated at a speed below an operating speed of the centrifuge used for centrifugal processing of the product to be processed.21. The method of claim 18 , wherein claim 18 , while the vapor is passed through the centrifuge claim 18 , the drum is rotated at a speed below an operating speed of the centrifuge during centrifugal processing of the product and which is set to a lowest possible value at which penetration of vapor into a drive chamber of the centrifuge is prevented.22. The method of claim 14 , further comprising:measuring, at one or ...

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Номер записи: 68
16-05-2019 дата публикации

Thermophoretic particle concentrator

Номер: US20190145870A1
Автор: David William Burns, David Woolsey, Justin Black
Принадлежит: Aerodyne Microsystems Inc

A system for concentrating particles in an air stream includes an air channel having a first open end and a second open end. The air channel may be enclosed by a channel wall extending from at least the first open to the second open end. Two or more heater elements may be positioned between the first open end and the second open end. The heater elements may be positioned near a periphery of the air channel and cooperatively configured to force particles in the air stream away from the periphery and towards an interior region of the air channel. Particles in the air stream may be thermophoretically forced towards the interior region of the air channel when the heater elements are heated and thermal gradients emanating from the heater elements are generated.

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Номер записи: 69
16-05-2019 дата публикации

Airborne particle detection system with thermophoretic scanning

Номер: US20190145873A1
Автор: David William Burns, David Woolsey
Принадлежит: Aerodyne Microsystems Inc

A system for analyzing particles in an air stream includes a first heater element configured to deflect particles in an interior region of the air stream towards a peripheral wall of an air channel encompassing the air stream, a second heater element controllable to deflect the particles in a first lateral direction along the peripheral wall, and a third heater element controllable to deflect the particles in a second lateral direction along the peripheral wall. Thermal gradients in the air channel generated by the heater elements may thermophoretically force particles towards the peripheral wall in a direction perpendicular to the air stream to allow thermophoretic forcing and scanning of particles in either the first lateral direction or the second lateral direction along the peripheral wall and onto a surface of a particle detector. Systems and methods for scanning particles with thermophoretic forces are disclosed.

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Номер записи: 70
16-05-2019 дата публикации

CENTRIFUGE AND METHOD FOR CENTRIFUGING A REACTION VESSEL UNIT

Номер: US20190145968A1
Автор: Heimberg Wolfgang, Mann Wolfgang, Wang Zhaoqiang
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A centrifuge for cleaning a reaction vessel unit, having a rotor for holding at least one reaction vessel unit with its opening(s) directed outwardly, a motor for rotating the rotor around a rotation axis, a housing having a substantially cylindrical inner surface, wherein a drain is provided for discharging fluid expelled from the reaction vessel unit, wherein a gap is provided between the inner surface and the rotor so that by rotating the rotor a wind is generated which drives the expelled fluid on the inner surface to the drain wherein an aspiration pump is connected to the drain for discharging fluid. 118.-. (canceled)19. A centrifuge for cleaning a reaction vessel unit with at least one opening , comprising:a centrifuge section including a housing and a rotor disposed within the housing, wherein the rotor is configured to hold the reaction vessel unit with its at least one opening directed outwardly;a motor for rotating the rotor around a rotation axis; anda loading mechanism for loading and unloading the centrifuge with the reaction vessel unit, the loading mechanism including a beam and an actuator, wherein the beam is configured to couple with the reaction vessel unit and wherein the actuator is coupled with the beam to extend the beam to an extended state and to retract the beam to a retracted state, wherein the beam in the extended state extends into the centrifuge section and wherein the beam in the retracted state is removed from the centrifuge section so that the rotor can freely rotate.20. The centrifuge according to claim 19 , wherein the housing includes an opening at a front end for loading and unloading the centrifuge with a reaction vessel unit claim 19 , wherein the opening and the actuator are arranged on opposite sides of the rotor claim 19 , and wherein the beam in the extended state extends through the rotor and the opening.21. The centrifuge according to claim 19 , wherein a first magnetic element is provided at a free end of the beam to ...

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Номер записи: 71
16-05-2019 дата публикации

CENTRIFUGE AND METHOD FOR CENTRIFUGING A REACTION VESSEL UNIT

Номер: US20190145969A1
Автор: Heimberg Wolfgang, Mann Wolfgang, Wang Zhaoqiang
Принадлежит:

A centrifuge for cleaning a reaction vessel unit, having a rotor for holding at least one reaction vessel unit with its opening(s) directed outwardly, a motor for rotating the rotor around a rotation axis, a housing having a substantially cylindrical inner surface, wherein a drain is provided for discharging fluid expelled from the reaction vessel unit, wherein a gap is provided between the inner surface and the rotor so that by rotating the rotor a wind is generated which drives the expelled fluid on the inner surface to the drain wherein an aspiration pump is connected to the drain for discharging fluid. 118.-. (canceled)19. A centrifuge for washing magnetic beads in a reaction vessel unit that includes at least one opening , comprising:a housing including an inner surface and a drain;a rotor disposed within the housing, the rotor being configured to hold a reaction vessel unit with its at least one opening directed outwardly toward the inner surface of the housing;a motor coupled with the rotor to rotate the rotor around a horizontal rotation axis; anda magnetic element arranged in the rotor to apply a magnetic field to one or more reaction vessels of a reaction vessel unit held by the rotor.20. The centrifuge according to claim 19 , wherein the magnetic element is configured to hold magnetic beads contained in one or more of the reaction vessels of the reaction vessel unit during centrifugation of the reaction vessel unit.21. The centrifuge according to claim 19 , further comprising a carrier for releasably holding a reaction vessel unit claim 19 , wherein the magnetic element is part of the carrier.22. The centrifuge according to claim 19 , wherein the magnetic element is integrated into the rotor.23. The centrifuge according to claim 22 , wherein the rotor includes a base wall claim 22 , and wherein the magnetic element is integrated in the base wall of the rotor.24. The centrifuge according to claim 20 , wherein the motor is configured to rotate the rotor at ...

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Номер записи: 72
23-05-2019 дата публикации

CENTRIFUGE AND METHOD FOR CENTRIFUGING A REACTION VESSEL UNIT

Номер: US20190154675A1
Автор: Heimberg Wolfgang, Mann Wolfgang, Wang Zhaoqiang
Принадлежит:

A centrifuge for cleaning a reaction vessel unit, having a rotor for holding at least one reaction vessel unit with its opening(s) directed outwardly, a motor for rotating the rotor around a rotation axis, a housing having a substantially cylindrical inner surface, wherein a drain is provided for discharging fluid expelled from the reaction vessel unit, wherein a gap is provided between the inner surface and the rotor so that by rotating the rotor a wind is generated which drives the expelled fluid on the inner surface to the drain wherein an aspiration pump is connected to the drain for discharging fluid. 118.-. (canceled)19. A centrifuge for cleaning a reaction vessel unit with at least one opening , comprising:a housing having a substantially cylindrical inner surface and a drain for discharging fluid expelled from the reaction vessel unit;a rotor disposed within the housing and configured to hold the reaction vessel unit with the at least one opening directed outwardly; anda motor coupled with the rotor to rotate the rotor around a rotation axis;wherein the rotor comprises a magnetic coupling element configured to hold the reaction vessel unit or a reaction vessel unit carrier by coupling with a counter coupling element of the reaction vessel unit or the reaction vessel unit carrier.20. The centrifuge according to claim 19 , further comprising a stopper at a rear side of the rotor.21. The centrifuge according to claim 20 , wherein the magnetic coupling element comprises the stopper.22. The centrifuge according to claim 21 , further comprising:a loading mechanism configured to load and unload the centrifuge with a reaction vessel unit;wherein the loading mechanism comprises a beam for extension and retraction of a reaction vessel unit and a driving mechanism configured to extend and retract the beam, wherein the beam extends through the centrifuge section in an extended state and is removed from the centrifuge section in a retracted state so that the rotor can ...

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Номер записи: 73
04-09-2014 дата публикации

Method and System for Purifying Pyrolysis Oil

Номер: US20140249011A1
Автор: Fernkorn Nick, Mackel Juergen, Mense Martin, Westerwalbesloh Sascha
Принадлежит: GEA MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT GMBH

A method for clarifying pyrolysis oil includes at least the following steps: (a) at least clarifying the pyrolysis oil in a centrifuge; and (b) before and/or during the clarification according to step (a), heating the pyrolysis oil in order to reduce the viscosity of the pyrolysis oil. A system is provided for clarifying pyrolysis oil according to the method. 122.-. (canceled)23. A process for clarifying pyrolysis oil , the process comprising the acts of:(a) at least one clarification of the pyrolysis oil in a centrifuge; and(b) before and/or during the clarification according to (a), heating the pyrolysis oil in order to reduce viscosity of the pyrolysis oil.24. The process according to claim 23 , wherein the clarification of the pyrolysis oil according to (a) is followed by cooling of the pyrolysis oil.25. The process according to claim 23 , wherein the clarification of the pyrolysis oil is carried out in a separator.26. The process according to claim 25 , wherein the separator is a two-phase clarification separator or a two-phase nozzle separator.27. The process according to claim 23 , wherein the heating of the pyrolysis oil according to (b) is carried out in a temperature-regulated manner.28. The process according to claim 23 , wherein the heating of the pyrolysis oil is carried out to a temperature of ≦70° C.29. The process according to claim 23 , wherein the heating of the pyrolysis oil is carried out to a temperature of 40-70° C.30. The process according to claim 23 , wherein the heating of the pyrolysis oil is carried out to a temperature of 55-60° C.31. The process according to claim 24 , wherein the pyrolysis oil is cooled by 15-30 Kin a time of less than 10 min.32. The process according to claim 24 , wherein the cooling of the pyrolysis oil is carried out such that the temperature of the pyrolysis oil is less than 40° C. after 10 minutes after clarification of the pyrolysis oil according to (a).33. The process according to claim 24 , wherein the cooling ...

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Номер записи: 74
04-09-2014 дата публикации

CENTRIFUGE APPARATUS

Номер: US20140249013A1
Автор: Wood Philip
Принадлежит: DYNAMIC EXTRACTIONS LIMITED

The invention relates to centrifuge apparatus of a type which is typically, although not necessarily exclusively, for use in counter current chromatography in which substances are caused to partition between two phases in a column typically in the form of a helix or spiral. The apparatus includes leads which connect the inlet and outlet conduits to a column which is moved by the apparatus and in accordance with the invention the leads are constrained within a sheath which includes a lubricant to allow lubrication of the same while the apparatus is in use and thereby increase the longevity of the apparatus. The opposing ends of the leads can also be constrained in terms of movement with, at one end of the leads being fully constrained and the opposing end the leads being constrained in terms of rotational movement. 1. A centrifuge apparatus , said apparatus comprising:a shaft on which at least one column is mounted for planetary rotation about the shaft, the at least one column having an inlet and an outlet connected to respective inlet and outlet leads for communication to respective inlet and outlet conduits; andwherein between the at least one column and the inlet and outlet conduits, the inlet and/outlet leads are at least partially located within a tubular sheath having an end adjacent the column and an end adjacent the shaft, the tubular sheath containing a lubricant therein to allow hydrodynamic lubrication between the inlet and outlet leads and the sheath.2. Apparatus according to wherein the apparatus is for use for counter current chromatography.3. (canceled)4. Apparatus according to wherein the said inlet and outlet conduits follow the shaft.5. Apparatus according to wherein the inlet and outlet leads are substantially enclosed by the sheath.6. Apparatus according to wherein the sheath is sealed at least at its end adjacent to the column or the end adjacent to the shaft with a substantially fluid-tight seal.7. Apparatus according to wherein the sheath is ...

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Номер записи: 75
30-05-2019 дата публикации

HIGH SPEED CLEANING OF A CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATOR

Номер: US20190160477A1
Автор: ÖRTEGREN Anders
Принадлежит: Alfdex AB

A centrifugal separator for cleaning gas containing contaminants includes a stationary casing, enclosing a separation space through which a gas flow is permitted, a gas inlet extending through the stationary casing and permitting supply of the gas to be cleaned, a rotating member including a plurality of separation members arranged in said separation space and being arranged to rotate around an axis of rotation, a gas outlet configured to permit discharge of cleaned gas and including an outlet opening through a wall of the stationary casing, a drainage outlet configured to permit discharge of liquid impurities separated from the gas to be cleaned, and a drive member, for rotating the rotating member. The centrifugal separator further includes a control unit configured to control the drive member to rotate the rotating member at a first speed during a separation phase and at a second speed, which is higher than the first speed, during a cleaning phase to remove clogging on or between said separation members, wherein the cleaning phase is shorter in time than the separation phase. 1. A centrifugal separator for cleaning gas containing contaminants comprising:a stationary casing enclosing a separation space through which a gas flow is permitted;a gas inlet extending through the stationary casing and permitting supply of the gas to be cleaned;a rotating member comprising a plurality of separation members arranged in said separation space and being arranged to rotate around an axis of rotation;a gas outlet configured to permit discharge of cleaned gas and comprising an outlet opening through a wall of the stationary casing;a drainage outlet configured to permit discharge of liquid impurities separated from the gas to be cleaned;a drive member for rotating the rotating member; anda control unit configured to control the drive member to rotate the rotating member at a first speed during a separation phase and at a second speed, which is higher than the first speed, during ...

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Номер записи: 76
21-05-2020 дата публикации

LIQUID FLOW CONTROL

Номер: US20200156061A1
Автор: Barreiros Miguel Joao Marques, Reis Nuno Alexandre Esteves, Tenreiro Tania Moura Pires De Andrade
Принадлежит:

A liquid handling device having an axis of rotation about which the device can be rotated to drive liquid flow. The device includes a vented upstream chamber having an outlet port and an unvented chamber including an inlet port to receive liquid from the outlet port of the upstream chamber and an outlet port radially outward the inlet port. The device further includes a vented downstream chamber having an inlet port to receive liquid from the outlet port of the unvented chamber. A downstream conduit connects the outlet port of the unvented chamber to the inlet port of the downstream chamber and includes a bend radially inward of the outlet port of the unvented chamber. An upstream conduit connects the outlet port of the upstream chamber to the inlet port of the unvented chamber. 120-. (canceled)21. A method of handling liquids with a device , a vented upstream chamber comprising an outlet port;', 'an unvented chamber comprising an inlet port to receive liquid from the outlet port of the upstream chamber and comprising an outlet port radially outward the inlet port;', 'an upstream conduit connecting the outlet port of the upstream chamber to the inlet port of the unvented chamber;', 'a vented downstream chamber comprising an inlet port to receive liquid from the outlet port of the unvented chamber; and', 'a downstream conduit connecting the outlet port of the unvented chamber to the inlet port of the downstream chamber and comprising a bend radially inward of the outlet port of the unvented chamber,', 'and wherein the method comprises:', 'rotating the device at a first speed to fill the unvented chamber with liquid from the upstream chamber and compress gas trapped in the unvented chamber while maintaining a level of liquid in the unvented chamber radially outward the inlet of the unvented chamber;', 'causing liquid to move past the bend of the downstream conduit by stopping the device or rotating the device at a second speed different from the first speed; and', ' ...

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Номер записи: 77
06-06-2019 дата публикации

CENTRIFUGE AND METHOD FOR CENTRIFUGING A REACTION VESSEL UNIT

Номер: US20190170740A1
Автор: Heimberg Wolfgang, Mann Wolfgang, Wang Zhaoqiang
Принадлежит:

A centrifuge for cleaning a reaction vessel unit, having a rotor for holding at least one reaction vessel unit with its opening(s) directed outwardly, a motor for rotating the rotor around a rotation axis, a housing having a substantially cylindrical inner surface, wherein a drain is provided for discharging fluid expelled from the reaction vessel unit, wherein a gap is provided between the inner surface and the rotor so that by rotating the rotor a wind is generated which drives the expelled fluid on the inner surface to the drain wherein an aspiration pump is connected to the drain for discharging fluid. 118.-. (canceled)19. A centrifuge for cleaning a reaction vessel unit that includes a plurality of reaction vessels , each reaction vessel including an opening , the centrifuge comprising:a housing having a substantially cylindrical inner surface, wherein a drain is provided for discharging fluid expelled from the reaction vessel unit, wherein the housing comprises an opening for loading and unloading the centrifuge with the reaction unit vessel;a rotor disposed within the housing, the rotor being configured to hold the reaction vessel unit with its opening directed outwardly;a motor coupled with the rotor to rotate the rotor around a rotation axis; anda dispensing device adjacent the opening in the housing, the dispensing device being configured to automatically dispense a fluid into the plurality of reaction vessels of the reaction vessel unit.20. The centrifuge according to claim 19 , wherein the dispensing device comprises one or more dispensing nozzles.21. The centrifuge according to claim 20 , wherein the plurality of reaction vessels are arranged in a two-dimensional array; and wherein claim 20 , for each reaction vessel in a column of the two-dimensional array claim 20 , a corresponding dispensing nozzle is provided.22. The centrifuge according to claim 19 , further comprising a reservoir for a dispensing fluid and a pump arranged to automatically pump the ...

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Номер записи: 78
08-07-2021 дата публикации

CONTINUOUS CENTRIFUGE

Номер: US20210205824A1
Автор: Komura Takato
Принадлежит: Eppendorf Himac Technologies Co., Ltd.

In a continuous centrifuge, a core end surface component separated from a core body is arranged inside a rotor, an air trap mechanism which automatically captures bubbles inside a sample is formed, and the bubbles are removed by centrifugal separation before the sample is sent to an outer circumferential portion having a high liquid pressure. In addition, when viewed in the axial direction, the core body and an upper rotor cover abut each other, and the core end surface component and a lower rotor cover abut each other, with appropriate pressure by biasing the core end surface component and the core body with a spring. Because a flow path between the rotor core and the rotor covers is maintained in a perfect state and the bubbles in liquid are also removed, the flow path may not be blocked by the bubbles and the centrifugal separation can be stably performed. 1. A continuous centrifuge , comprising: a rotor having a core that partitions an interior into a plurality of spaces for separating a sample; a rotor chamber that accommodates the rotor; a drive portion for rotating the rotor; and a sample line for continuously supplying the sample to the rotor and discharging the sample from the rotor during rotation of the rotor , whereinan air trap is arranged for capturing bubbles from the sample by a centrifugal force before the sample supplied from the sample line reaches a sample separation space in the rotor.2. The continuous centrifuge according to claim 1 , wherein the air trap is arranged in the interior of the rotor claim 1 , separates the bubbles from the sample with the centrifugal force by rotating together with the rotor claim 1 , and sends the sample from which the bubbles have been captured to the sample separation space.3. The continuous centrifuge according to claim 2 , wherein the air trap is disposed in an inner peripheral part of the sample separation space of the core.4. The continuous centrifuge according to claim 3 , wherein the core has a hollow ...

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Номер записи: 79
06-07-2017 дата публикации

CENTRIFUGE

Номер: US20170189916A1
Автор: EBERLE KLAUS-GUENTER, HORNEK MATTHIAS, PRETER WOLFGANG
Принадлежит: ANDREAS HETTICH GMBH & CO. KG

The invention relates to a centrifuge () having a safety vessel () with a vessel wall (), a rotor (), which is arranged in the safety vessel () and is connected via a drive shaft () to a drive device (), wherein at least the drive shaft () extends through the safety vessel (), a cooling system for cooling an interior space () of the safety vessel (), which comprises a heat transfer medium () for taking up heat from the safety vessel (), a refrigerating unit () and conducting means () for the heat transfer medium (). The invention is distinguished by the fact that the refrigerating unit () is based on the magnetocaloric effect, and the interior space () of the safety vessel () is cooled by a first cooling circuit (), the magnetocaloric effect of the refrigerating unit () extracts heat from the heat transfer medium () of the first cooling circuit () and feeds the heat to a second cooling circuit (). 115- (canceled)1610. A centrifuge () , comprising;{'b': 30', '32, 'a safety vessel () with a vessel wall ();'}{'b': 17', '30', '20', '22, 'a rotor () is arranged in the safety vessel (), said rotor is connected via a drive shaft () to a drive device ();'}{'b': 20', '30, 'said drive shaft () extends through said safety vessel ();'}{'b': 31', '30, 'a cooling system for cooling an interior space () of said safety vessel ();'}{'b': 19', '30, 'a heat transfer medium () for taking up heat from said safety vessel ();'}{'b': 12', '18', '19, 'a refrigerating unit () and conducting means () for said heat transfer medium ();'}{'b': '12', 'said refrigerating unit () is based on the magnetocaloric effect;'}{'b': 31', '30', '111, 'said interior space () of said safety vessel () is cooled by a first cooling circuit ();'}{'b': 12', '19', '111', '113, 'said magnetocaloric effect of said refrigerating unit () extracts heat from said heat transfer medium () of said first cooling circuit () and feeds said heat to a second cooling circuit ().'}1719. The centrifuge as claimed in claim 16 , ...

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Номер записи: 80
23-07-2015 дата публикации

CENTRIFUGATION SYSTEMS WITH NON-CONTACT SEAL ASSEMBLIES

Номер: US20150202635A1
Автор: Spiegel Kurt Michael, Weiland Eric Bernard
Принадлежит:

Centrifugation systems are provided that have a non-contact seal assemblies including an upper guard and a skirted pivot, as well as a pressure source that provides a gas flow between the upper guard and a surface of the skirted pivot. In some embodiments, the non-contact seal assembly further includes a lower guard having one or more capillary channels defined on an upper surface. 1. A centrifugation system comprising:a drive assembly having an upper housing and a lower housing separated by a top bearing plate with a rotor opening defined therein, the lower housing having a drive disposed therein with a rotor shaft aligned with the rotor opening;a non-contact seal assembly having an upper guard and a skirted pivot, the non-contact seal assembly being secured to the top bearing plate at the rotor opening so that the skirted pivot is operatively coupled to the rotor shaft for rotation without contacting the upper guard with the upper guard and the skirted pivot forming a labyrinth seal to mitigate leakage of fluid from the upper housing through the rotor opening into the drive in the lower housing; anda tank assembly having a centrifuge rotor rotatably housed therein, the tank assembly being connectable to the lower housing so that the centrifuge rotor is rotatably driven by the drive via the skirted pivot.2. The centrifugation system of claim 1 , wherein the drive is a pneumatic drive or an electric.3. The centrifugation system of claim 1 , further comprising a pressure source providing a gas flow between a lower surface of the upper guard and an upper surface of the skirted pivot claim 1 , the gas flow having a direction opposite to a fluid leaking direction through the rotor opening.4. The centrifugation system of claim 3 , wherein the pressure source is sufficient to remove heat from the drive.5. The centrifugation system of claim 3 , wherein the pressure source is a positive or negative pressure source.6. The centrifugation system of claim 1 , further comprising ...

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Номер записи: 81
12-07-2018 дата публикации

Liner with Seal for Rotor of Centrifugal Separator

Номер: US20180195615A1
Автор: Burford Nigel, Zou Jian
Принадлежит:

A centrifugal separator is provided with a stationary casing defining an enclosure. A rotor is rotatably mounted in the enclosure and has a drum body, a base separably connected to the drum body, and a cover separably connected to the drum body opposite the base. A first annular sealing element is disposed between the drum body and the base. A second annular sealing element is disposed between the drum body and the cover. A removable liner is disposed inside the drum body. The removable liner and at least one of the first and second annular sealing elements are formed together as a one-piece element comprised of a resilient material. 1. A centrifugal separator comprising:a stationary casing defining an enclosure;a rotor rotatably mounted in the enclosure and comprising a drum body, a base separably connected to the drum body, and a cover separably connected to the drum body opposite the base;a first annular sealing element disposed between the drum body and the base;a second annular sealing element disposed between the drum body and the cover;a removable liner disposed inside the drum, wherein the removable liner and at least one of the first and second annular sealing elements are formed together as a one-piece element comprised of a resilient material.2. The centrifugal separator according to claim 1 , wherein the resilient material is an elastomeric material.3. A liner for insertion into a drum body of a rotor of a centrifugal separator claim 1 , the liner comprising a liner body and an annular sealing element configured to be mounted between the drum body and a separable base of the rotor or to be mounted between the drum body and a separable cover of the rotor claim 1 , wherein the liner body and the annular sealing element are formed together as a one-piece element comprised of a resilient material.4. The liner according to claim 3 , wherein the resilient material is an elastomeric material.5. A liner for insertion into a drum body of a rotor of a centrifugal ...

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Номер записи: 82
18-06-2020 дата публикации

SELF-CLEANING ROTARY VIEWING HOLE AND CENTRIFUGAL MACHINE PROVIDED WITH SAID ROTARY VIEWING HOLE

Номер: US20200188938A1
Автор: RIERA DOMENECH Marc
Принадлежит: RIERA NADEU, S.A.

The present invention relates to a self-cleaning rotary viewing hole and a centrifugal machine provided with said rotary viewing hole. The proposed rotary viewing hole includes a stationary frame (); a transparent stationary panel () attached to said stationary frame by means of a leak-tight joint (); a rotary frame () connected to said stationary frame () by means of a rotary joint (); a transparent rotary panel () attached to said rotary frame () by means of a joint, said transparent rotary panel () being arranged opposite and spaced apart from the transparent stationary panel () by means of an intermediate chamber (); and a motor () connected to said transparent rotary panel () or to said rotary frame (), wherein the joint between the transparent rotary panel () and the rotary frame () is an interference joint () attached by means of a dimensional interference fit. 2. The viewing hole according to claim 1 , wherein the transparent rotary panel is circular.3. The viewing hole according to claim 2 , wherein the transparent rotary panel perimetral face and the rotary frame coupling face are both cylindrical and concentric with said axis of rotation.4. The rotary viewing hole according to claim 1 , wherein the transparent rotary panel perimetral face and the rotary frame coupling face are faces rectified to precise dimensions within established tolerances.5. The rotary viewing hole according to claim 1 , wherein the rotary joint is a labyrinth seal.6. The rotary viewing hole according to claim 1 , wherein the intermediate chamber contains a modified atmosphere claim 1 , with positive pressure from inside to outside through the labyrinth seal claim 1 , supplied by a modified atmosphere supply device connected to said intermediate chamber.7. The rotary viewing hole according to claim 1 , wherein the stationary frame is attached to a casing of a fluid treatment chamber by means of a leak-tight joint claim 1 , so that the transparent rotary panel being in contact with ...

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Номер записи: 83
02-10-2014 дата публикации

Centrifuge

Номер: US20140296051A1
Автор: Shoji Kusumoto, Yoshitaka Imoto
Принадлежит: HITACHI KOKI CO LTD

A centrifuge including: a rotor configured to be rotatably driven; a rotor chamber accommodating the rotor therein; and a protector provided at an outer periphery of the rotor chamber, wherein the protector includes at least one metal plate which is wound in an overlapping state.

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Номер записи: 84
27-07-2017 дата публикации

CENTRIFUGE

Номер: US20170209874A1
Автор: EBERLE KLAUS-GUENTER, HORNEK MATTHIAS
Принадлежит: ANDREAS HETTICH GMBH & CO. KG

The invention relates to a centrifuge () having a centrifuge housing, a safety vessel () arranged in the centrifuge housing, an interior space () at least partially bounded by the safety vessel (), a rotor arranged in the interior space (), and a cooling system, arranged in the centrifuge housing, for cooling the interior space (), having a compressor (), a condenser () and an evaporator (), which are connected together via line means. The invention is distinguished by the fact that the cooling system has a primary circuit () with primary line means () and a secondary circuit () with secondary line means (), wherein the primary circuit () comprises the compressor (), the condenser () and the evaporator (), which is part of a heat exchanger (), and wherein the secondary circuit () flows through the heat exchanger (), cools the safety vessel () and is provided with a pump (). 112-. (canceled)1310. A centrifuge () , comprising:{'b': '13', 'a centrifuge housing ();'}{'b': 14', '13, 'a safety vessel () arranged in said centrifuge housing ();'}{'b': 16', '14, 'an interior space () partially bounded by said safety vessel ();'}{'b': '16', 'a rotor arranged in said interior space ();'}{'b': 13', '16, 'a cooling system arranged in said centrifuge housing () for cooling said interior space ();'}{'b': 22', '24', '26, 'said cooling system has a compressor (), a condenser () and an evaporator () which are connected together via line means;'}{'b': 52', '29', '62', '34, 'said cooling system has a primary circuit () with primary line means () and a secondary circuit () with secondary line means ();'}{'b': 52', '22', '24', '26', '30, 'said primary circuit () comprises said compressor (), said condenser () and said evaporator (), said evaporator is part of a heat exchanger (); and,'}{'b': 62', '30', '14', '32, 'said secondary circuit () flows through said heat exchanger (), cools said safety vessel () and is provided with a pump ().'}14. The centrifuge as claimed in claim 13 , further ...

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Номер записи: 85
11-07-2019 дата публикации

CRANKCASE VENTILATION MANAGEMENT DEVICES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS

Номер: US20190210039A1
Автор: Kuhn John William
Принадлежит:

A centrifugal separator for separating blow-by gases into cleaned air and liquid for recirculation through an engine. 1. A centrifugal separator for processing blow-by gases from an internal combustion engine , the centrifugal separator comprising:a housing;a centrifuge comprising a plurality of stacked discs;a motor coupled with the stacked discs and configured to rotate the stacked discs;a controller for controlling operation of the motor;an inlet leading into the housing;an air outlet leading out of the housing;a fluid path from the inlet to the air outlet, the fluid path extending through a central passage of the plurality of stacked discs and between at least two adjacent discs of the plurality of stacked discs;an oil outlet; anda pump; the motor rotates the plurality of stacked discs;', 'the blow-by gases enter separator through the inlet, pass through the fluid path, and flow between the at least two adjacent discs of the plurality of stacked discs;', 'oil in the blow-by gases forms on the least two adjacent discs and is ejected radially outwardly by the rotation of the discs, thereby separating the blow-by gases into an oil portion and an air portion;', 'the oil portion is pumped, by the pump, out of the separator through the oil outlet; and', 'the air portion flows out of the separator through the air outlet., 'wherein the separator is configured such that, during operation2. The centrifugal air/liquid separator of claim 1 , further comprising one or more heat fins on the housing for dissipating heat of the motor.3. The centrifugal separator of claim 1 , further comprising a fibrous material on an inner wall of the housing claim 1 , the fibrous material configured to catch the oil ejected from the spinning discs.4. The centrifugal separator of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of stacked discs contains four or more plates.5. The centrifugal separator of claim 1 , wherein at least one stacked disc of the plurality of stacked discs includes one or more raised ...

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Номер записи: 86
19-08-2021 дата публикации

TEMPERATURE-CONTROLLED CENTRIFUGE WITH CRASH PROTECTION

Номер: US20210252526A1
Автор: Keil Andreas, Müller Heiko
Принадлежит: Eppendorf AG

A centrifuge and a method for preventing ignition of combustible temperature-control media in centrifuges after a crash of the centrifuge rotor are presented. It is monitored whether the pressure in the evaporator lies below a specified minimum pressure and/or above a specified maximum pressure. Measures to prevent ignition of the temperature-control medium can be taken in a targeted manner. In the event that the pressure lies below a minimum pressure, it must be assumed that either a leak or a crash is present, wherein a leak leads to a slow release of combustible temperature-control medium and a crash leads to an sudden release of combustible temperature-control medium. If the pressure lies above a maximum pressure, there is a risk that there is a large amount of combustible temperature-control medium in the evaporator which could be ignited in the event of a crash. 113.-. (canceled)14. A method for preventing ignition of combustible temperature-control media in centrifuges , comprising:{'b': '10', 'claim-text': [{'b': 16', '20, 'a centrifuge container () in which a centrifuge rotor () can be accommodated,'}, {'b': 18', '20, 'a centrifuge motor () for driving the centrifuge rotor (),'}, {'b': '24', 'claim-text': [{'b': '26', 'an evaporator (),'}, {'b': '28', 'a compressor (), and'}, {'b': '34', 'a combustible temperature-control medium which is guided in a temperature-control medium line ()'}, {'b': '20', 'for the temperature control of the centrifuge rotor (), and'}], 'a temperature control () with'}, {'b': 12', '16', '20', '24', '18, 'a housing (), in which the centrifuge container (), the centrifuge rotor (), the temperature control () and the centrifuge motor () are accommodated;'}], 'providing a centrifuge () which comprises'}{'b': '26', 'monitoring a pressure in the evaporator (); and'}{'b': '26', 'determining whether the pressure in the evaporator () lies below a specified minimum pressure or above a specified maximum pressure.'}15. The method according to ...

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Номер записи: 87
18-08-2016 дата публикации

CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATOR

Номер: US20160236207A1
Автор: Vicentini Renzo, Walraven Albert
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The present disclosure relates to a centrifugal separator (), which comprises a rotatable drum () having a wall (), an annular chamber (), defined along the longitudinal axis () of the rotatable drum () and bordering the wall (), an annular screw feeder () accommodated rotatably in the annular chamber () for moving a mixture of substances in the liquid phase and in the solid phase longitudinally through the annular chamber (), and separation nets () arranged in the wall () of the rotatable drum (). The separation nets () have meshes for filtering the solid phase from the liquid phase by rotation of the drum (). The separation nets () are movable relative to the wall (). 11. A centrifugal separator () , comprising:{'b': 5', '50, 'a rotatable drum () having a wall (),'}{'b': 7', '49', '5', '7', '50, 'an annular chamber () defined along the longitudinal axis () of said rotatable drum (), wherein the annular chamber () borders said wall (),'}{'b': 90', '7', '7, 'an annular screw feeder (), accommodated rotatably in said annular chamber () for moving a mixture of substances in the liquid phase and in the solid phase longitudinally through said annular chamber (), and'}{'b': 100', '50', '5', '100', '5, 'separation nets () arranged in said wall () of said drum (), the separation nets () having meshes for filtering said solid phase from said liquid phase by the rotation of said drum (),'}{'b': 100', '50, 'wherein said separation nets () are movable relative to said wall ().'}2110410050. The centrifugal separator () according to claim 1 , further comprising adjusting members () for regulating the radial position of said separation nets () relative to said wall ().3110410050. The centrifugal separator () according to claim 2 , wherein said adjusting members () are independently adjustable for regulating the inclinations of said separation nets () relative to said wall ().41100106105505. The centrifugal separator () according to claim 1 , wherein said separation nets () ...

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Номер записи: 88
18-08-2016 дата публикации

CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATOR

Номер: US20160236208A1
Автор: Vicentini Renzo, Walraven Albert
Принадлежит:

The present disclosure relates to a centrifugal separator (), which comprises a rotatable drum () having a wall (), an annular chamber () defined along the longitudinal axis () of the rotatable drum () in a portion adjoining to the wall (), wherein a mixture of substances in the liquid phase and in the solid phase is movable longitudinally through the annular chamber (), and a discharging station () for discharging the solid phase. The discharging station () comprises a vibrating unit () for agitating the solid phase. The vibrating unit () comprises a half-drum () and a vibrating device () adapted to vibrate the half-drum (). 2150513308308302. The centrifugal separator () according to claim 1 , wherein the wall () of said rotatable drum () comprises claim 1 , at said discharging station () claim 1 , a plurality of outlets () for discharging said solid phase claim 1 , a portion of said plurality of outlets () facing said half-drum ().31308505. The centrifugal separator () according to claim 2 , wherein said outlets () are distributed substantially around the entire circumference of said wall () of said rotatable drum ().413025. The centrifugal separator () according claim 1 , wherein said half-drum () is arranged concentrically with respect to said rotatable drum ().51312302. The centrifugal separator () according claim 1 , comprising two extension elements () connected to the ends of said half-drum () so as to define containment walls for said solid phase.61312302313302312. The centrifugal separator () according to claim 5 , wherein said extension elements () are connected to said ends of said half drum () by means of shims () configured to at least partially transmit the vibration from said half-drum () to said extension elements ().713023031315. The centrifugal separator () according to claim 1 , wherein said half-drum () is coupled to a portion () of a casing () of said centrifugal separator () by drum shock absorbers ().8131231317. The centrifugal separator () ...

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Номер записи: 89
18-08-2016 дата публикации

CENTRIFUGE

Номер: US20160236209A1
Автор: DEANGELO Kevin, HENDERSON Anthony J., STOUT Craig
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A centrifuge including a first portion having a first end opposite a second end, the first portion positioned substantially vertically above a second portion. The first portion having a rotor for receiving at least one specimen holder insertable in the rotor from a position vertically above the rotor. The second portion raises the first end of the first portion relative to the second end of the first portion with respect to a horizontal plane coincident with an upper segment of the second end for permitting viewing of at least a fraction of the rotor associated with the at least one specimen holder from a vantage point near the second end and vertically positioned above or at least about coincident with the horizontal plane. 1. A centrifuge comprising:a first portion having a first end opposite a second end, the first portion positioned substantially vertically above a second portion; andthe first portion having a rotor for receiving at least one specimen holder insertable in the rotor from a position vertically above the rotor;wherein the second portion raises the first end of the first portion relative to the second end of the first portion with respect to a horizontal plane coincident with an upper segment of the second end for permitting viewing of at least a fraction of the rotor associated with the at least one specimen holder from a vantage point near the second end and vertically positioned above or at least about coincident with the horizontal plane.2. The centrifuge of claim 1 , wherein an angle subtending between the horizontal plane and a line substantially coincident with the upper segment of the second end of the first portion is between about 10 degrees and about 30 degrees.3. The centrifuge of claim 2 , wherein the angle is about 18 degrees.4. The centrifuge of claim 1 , wherein centrifuge controls associated with a surface of at least one of the first portion and second portion adjacent the second end each have a corresponding coincident line that ...

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Номер записи: 90
17-08-2017 дата публикации

DECANTER CENTRIFUGE AND METHOD FOR OPERATING DECANTER CENTRIFUGE

Номер: US20170232453A1
Автор: ANDO Katsuya, HASEGAWA Mamoru, Ide Masahiro
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A decanter centrifuge that carries out solid-liquid separation by centrifugal force on an object to be processed that is fed into a rotating bowl and designed from a solid and a saturated solution wherein that solid is dissolved, and discharges solid phase components from a solid discharge opening and discharges liquid phase components from a solvent discharge opening thereof by rotationally operating a screw conveyor disposed within the rotating bowl, said decanter centrifuge being provided with a dilution solvent supply unit for supplying, during centrifuging of the object to be processed, dilution solvent that reduces the concentration of the saturated solution to a discharge path, which is a discharge path for saturated solution moving within the rotating bowl, and which is designed closer to the solvent discharge opening side—than a chamber for supplying the object to be processed. 1. A decanter centrifuge comprising: a rotating bowl; and a screw conveyor disposed within the rotating bowl , the decanter centrifuge being configured to carry out solid-liquid separation by centrifugal force on an object to be processed that is fed into the rotating bowl from a chamber for supplying the object to be processed that is designed within the screw conveyor , and to discharge a solid phase component from a solid discharge opening designed on one end side in an axial direction of the rotating bowl and discharge a liquid phase component from a solvent discharge opening designed on the other end side thereof by rotationally operating the screw conveyor , whereinthe object to be processed is designed from a solid and a saturated solution in which the solid is dissolved,the decanter centrifuge comprises a dilution solvent supply unit for supplying, during centrifuging of the object to be processed, a dilution solvent, which reduces a concentration of the saturated solution, to a discharge path for the saturated solution moving within the rotating bowl toward the solvent ...

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Номер записи: 91
25-07-2019 дата публикации

CENTRIFUGE AND METHOD FOR CENTRIFUGING A REACTION VESSEL UNIT

Номер: US20190227059A1
Автор: Heimberg Wolfgang, Mann Wolfgang, Wang Zhaoqiang
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A centrifuge for cleaning a reaction vessel unit, having a rotor for holding at least one reaction vessel unit with its opening(s) directed outwardly, a motor for rotating the rotor around a rotation axis, a housing having a substantially cylindrical inner surface, wherein a drain is provided for discharging fluid expelled from the reaction vessel unit, wherein a gap is provided between the inner surface and the rotor so that by rotating the rotor a wind is generated which drives the expelled fluid on the inner surface to the drain wherein an aspiration pump is connected to the drain for discharging fluid. 182. A centrifuge for cleaning a reaction vessel unit , having a rotor () for holding at least one reaction vessel unit () with its opening(s) directed outwardly ,{'b': 8', '18, 'a motor for rotating the rotor () around a rotation axis (),'}{'b': 23', '30', '2, 'a housing () having a substantially cylindrical inner surface, wherein a drain () is provided for discharging fluid expelled from the reaction vessel unit (),'}{'b': 8', '8', '30', '30, 'wherein a gap is provided between the inner surface and the rotor () so that by rotating the rotor () a wind is generated which drives the expelled fluid on the inner surface to the drain () wherein an aspiration pump is connected to the drain () for discharging fluid.'}282. A centrifuge for cleaning a reaction vessel unit claim 1 , particularly according to having a rotor () for holding at least one reaction vessel unit () with its opening(s) directed outwardly claim 1 ,{'b': 8', '18, 'a motor for rotating the rotor () around a rotation axis (),'}{'b': 23', '30', '2, 'a housing () having a substantially cylindrical inner surface, wherein a drain () is provided for discharging fluid expelled from the reaction vessel unit (),'}{'b': 8', '8', '30, 'wherein a gap of not more than 1 mm is provided between the cylindrical inner surface and the rotor () so that by rotating the rotor () a wind is generated which drives the ...

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Номер записи: 92
25-08-2016 дата публикации

APPARATUS FOR MEASUREMENT OF SPINNING FORCES RELATING TO MOLECULES

Номер: US20160243560A1
Автор: Halvorsen Kenneth Anders, Wong Wesley Philip
Принадлежит: President and Fellows of Harvard College

An apparatus for measuring a characteristic of a sample includes a sample measurement apparatus (), which includes a light source () configured to illuminate the sample; and a detector () configured to receive light from the sample. The sample measurement apparatus is sized and dimensioned to fit within a centrifuge receptacle, the centrifuge receptacle () coupled to a spindle configured to rotate the centrifuge receptacle to apply a force to the sample. 1. An apparatus for measuring a characteristic of a sample , the apparatus comprising: a light source configured to illuminate the sample; and', 'a detector configured to receive light from the sample,, 'a sample measurement apparatus, comprisingwherein the sample measurement apparatus is sized and dimensioned to fit within a centrifuge receptacle, the centrifuge receptacle coupled to a spindle configured to rotate the centrifuge receptacle to apply a force to the sample.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the sample measurement apparatus further comprises a lens configured to receive light from the sample claim 1 , and wherein the detector is configured to receive light from the lens.3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the lens includes an aspheric lens.4. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the sample measurement apparatus includes only one lens.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising the centrifuge receptacle.6. The apparatus of claim 5 , further comprising a base disposed within the centrifuge receptacle and configured to received the sample measurement apparatus.7. The apparatus of claim 5 , wherein the centrifuge receptacle includes at least one of a centrifuge tube claim 5 , a swing bucket claim 5 , and a rotor.8. The apparatus of claim 5 , wherein the centrifuge receptacle is a centrifuge tube having a volume of less than or equal to about 50 mL.9. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the sample measurement apparatus further includes a lens tube claim 1 , wherein the light source claim 1 , the lens ...

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Номер записи: 93
06-11-2014 дата публикации

System and Method For Automated Platelet Wash

Номер: US20140329656A1
Автор: Murphy Matthew, Pagès Etienne, Uhlmann Dominique
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A method for washing platelets includes introducing anticoagulant into a platelet product container, drawing re-anticoagulated platelet product from the platelet product container, and introducing it into a centrifuge bowl. The centrifuge bowl separates the platelets from the supernatant in which they are suspended. The method then washes the platelets by introducing wash solution into the centrifuge bowl. As the wash solution is introduced into the bowl, it displaces the supernatant from the bowl and into a waste container. The method then introduces platelet additive solution into the centrifuge bowl, which displaces the wash solution from the centrifuge bowl and into the waste container and further wash the platelets. The method then repeatedly accelerates and decelerates the centrifuge bowl to resuspend the platelets in the platelet additive solution. 1. A system for automated platelet washing comprising:a sterile connection for connecting a platelet product container to the system, and withdrawing platelet product from the platelet product container;a centrifuge bowl for separating the platelet product into platelets and a supernatant, the centrifuge bowl configured to send the supernatant to a waste container;a wash solution source fluidly connected to the centrifuge bowl and configured to send wash solution to the centrifuge bowl;a platelet additive solution source fluidly connected to the centrifuge bowl and configured to send platelet additive solution to the centrifuge bowl; anda controller for controlling the operation of the centrifuge bowl, the controller accelerating and decelerating the centrifuge bowl multiple times to resuspend the platelets within the platelet additive solution after the platelet additive solution is added to the platelets and the supernatant is sent to the waste container.2. A system according to claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , wherein accelerating the centrifuge bowl includes starting the centrifuge bowl from a stop and decelerating ...

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Номер записи: 94
23-08-2018 дата публикации

SEPARATOR

Номер: US20180236461A1
Автор: Pacy Mark Richard Hardwick
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A separator () for removing contaminants from a liquid, the separator comprising a rotatably mounted chamber () arranged to rotate about an axis of rotation, and the separator further comprising an inlet () for liquid to enter the chamber and an outlet () for liquid to leave the chamber, and wherein the inlet is at a greater radial position from the axis of rotation as compared to the outlet, and further wherein the flow of liquid into the chamber arranged to cause the chamber to rotate, and a thickness of contaminant sludge cake () caused to accumulate on an inner wall of the chamber. 1. A separator for removing contaminants from a liquid ,the separator comprising a rotatably mounted cylindrical chamber arranged to rotate about an axis of rotation, the chamber comprising multiple drive surfaces arranged, which when impacted by inflowing liquid, imparts a turning moment thereby rotating said chamber,and the separator comprising multiple disks or cone separators, arranged in said chamber,and the separator further comprising an inlet for liquid to enter the chamber and an outlet for liquid to leave the chamber,and wherein the inlet is at a greater radial position from the axis of rotation as compared to the outlet,and, in use, the thickness of contaminant sludge caused to accumulate on the inner wall of the chamber comprises a liquid porous component that is located in the flow path of liquid from said chamber to the outlet to the separator, the porous component is arranged in use to progressively block over time, thereby reducing to flow area available for liquid to flow through and so impact on the rotational speed at which the separator is driven by liquid flow.2. A separator as claimed in which comprises a rotational speed sensor which is arranged to sense the speed of rotation of the chamber.3. A separator as claimed in which comprises an alert signal generator arranged to issue an alert signal if the rotational speed of the chamber is determined to have fallen ...

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Номер записи: 95
30-09-2021 дата публикации

CENTRIFUGE AND SPECIMEN PREPARATION DEVICE

Номер: US20210299680A1
Автор: IGUCHI Kazuyuki, SHINYA Ryutaro
Принадлежит: SYSMEX CORPORATION

A centrifuge according to one or more embodiments may include a rotor comprising a holder that holds a reaction container, the rotor swingably supporting the holder; a rotating shaft connected to the rotor; a drive that rotates the rotating shaft; and a temperature adjustment unit including a heat transfer surface provided in contact with or close to at least a part of the holder when the drive stops rotating the rotating shaft.

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Номер записи: 96
27-11-2014 дата публикации

CENTRIFUGE

Номер: US20140349826A1
Автор: Haruki Shinichi
Принадлежит: HITACHI KOKI CO., LTD.

A centrifuge including: a rotary chamber; a rotor installed in the rotary chamber; a driving unit configured to rotate the rotor; a chamber accommodating the rotary chamber, having a door, and configured to house gas therein; and a vacuum pump apparatus configured to exhaust the gas inside the chamber to an outside of the chamber, wherein the chamber is provided with a plurality of gas inlets and a plurality of valves configured to respectively open and close the gas inlets, and wherein all of the plurality of valves are configured to be opened when bringing an internal pressure of the chamber to atmospheric pressure. 1. A centrifuge comprising:a rotary chamber;a rotor installed in the rotary chamber;a driving unit configured to rotate the rotor;a chamber accommodating the rotary chamber, having a door, and configured to house gas therein; anda vacuum pump apparatus configured to exhaust the gas inside the chamber to an outside of the chamber,wherein the chamber is provided with a plurality of gas inlets and a plurality of valves configured to respectively open and close the gas inlets, andwherein all of the plurality of valves are configured to be opened when bringing an internal pressure of the chamber to atmospheric pressure.2. The centrifuge according to claim 1 ,wherein any one of the gas inlets is configured to be supplied with compressed gas, andwherein the other gas inlet is configured to be supplied with gas in atmospheric pressure.3. The centrifuge according to claim 2 , further comprising an air compressor including a pressure container claim 2 ,wherein the compressed gas, which is compressed air, is supplied from the pressure container to the gas inlet.4. The centrifuge according to claim 1 ,wherein the chamber is provided with a check valve configured to seal the chamber when the internal pressure of the chamber becomes a decompressed state and exhaust gas inside the chamber when the internal pressure of the chamber becomes higher than atmospheric ...

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Номер записи: 97
27-11-2014 дата публикации

LABORATORY CENTRIFUGE HAVING INSULATED COMPRESSOR

Номер: US20140349827A1
Автор: Janzen Hans
Принадлежит: THERMO ELECTRON LED GMBH

The present invention relates to a laboratory centrifuge having a cooling device which comprises a compressor enclosed by a compressor housing, with the compressor housing, in the region of the compressor head, being at least regionally provided with a damping material which is capable of absorbing vibrations in the range from 20 Hz to 100 Hz. 1. A laboratory centrifuge having a cooling device which comprises a compressor having a compressor head and being enclosed by a compressor housing ,wherein in a region of the compressor head the compressor housing is at least regionally provided with a damping material which is capable of absorbing vibrations in the range from 20 Hz to 100 Hz.2. The laboratory centrifuge according to claim 1 ,wherein the damping material is capable of absorbing vibrations in the range from 50 Hz to 60 Hz.3. The laboratory centrifuge according to claim 1 ,wherein the damping material is selected from a polymer foam, a damping film made of plastic, a nonwoven material, a natural rubber, a synthetic rubber or mixtures of rubber.4. The laboratory centrifuge according to claim 3 ,wherein the damping material is one of a polyurethane foam and a viscoelastic polyurethane foam.5. The laboratory centrifuge according to claim 1 ,{'sup': 3', '3, 'wherein the damping material has a weight per unit of volume of 50 kg/mto 250 kg/m.'}6. The laboratory centrifuge according to claim 5 ,{'sup': 3', '3, 'wherein the damping material has a weight per unit of volume of 120 kg/mto 180 kg/m.'}7. The laboratory centrifuge according to claim 1 ,wherein the damping material covers 5% to 50% of the compressor housing surface.8. The laboratory centrifuge according to claim 1 ,wherein the damping material covers not more than 30% of the compressor housing surface.9. The laboratory centrifuge according to claim 1 ,wherein the damping material is arranged on the compressor head.10. The laboratory centrifuge according to claim 1 ,wherein the damping material is arranged ...

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Номер записи: 98
27-11-2014 дата публикации

ROTOR FOR A LABORATORY CENTRIFUGE

Номер: US20140349829A1
Автор: Bittner Matthias, Todteberg Eckhard
Принадлежит: SIGMA LABORZENTRIFUGEN GMBH

A rotor body () for a laboratory centrifuge includes a rotor hub () which is inserted in a central opening and on the outside of which, at least one helically curve continuous groove () runs so as to form a transport facility for cooling air. The cooling air is effective in the direction of the axis () of the rotor hub () between the upper side () and the underside () of the rotor (). In this manner, a cooling airstream which runs axially through the rotor () and undergoes direct thermal exchange with the rotor () and the mixtures to be treated in the laboratory centrifuge can be realized. No additional installation volume is required for this measure and equalization of the temperature of the rotor and the housing accommodating the rotor can be achieved. 110-. (canceled)11. A rotor for a laboratory centrifuge , comprising:a rotor body having a central opening;a plurality of holders provided in a peripheral area of said rotor body, wherein said holders are configured to contain a substance mixture for treatment by centrifuging;a rotor hub inserted in the central opening of the rotor body;at least one helically winding, uninterrupted groove formed in an outer side of the rotor hub, thereby forming a feed device effective in a direction of an axis of the rotor in the manner of an axial fluid work machine between an upper side and lower side of the rotor.12. The rotor according to claim 11 , wherein the rotor hub consists of an annular flange configured to lie flush with an underside rim of the opening and a hollow claim 11 , cylindrical attachment element that is inserted into the opening claim 11 , wherein the at least one groove extends between an upper end face of the attachment element and an lower end face of the annular flange.13. The rotor according to claim 11 , wherein a pitch of the at least one groove is set depending on a direction of rotation of the rotor claim 11 , such that the feed device has an axial direction of feed from the upper side of the rotor ...

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Номер записи: 99
04-12-2014 дата публикации

SEQUENTIAL ALIQOTING AND DETERMINATION OF AN INDICATOR OF SEDIMENTATION RATE

Номер: US20140352410A1
Автор: De Oliveira Garcia Da Fonseca Joao Manuel, Esteves Reis Nuno Alexandre
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A device is disclosed for centrifugally driving liquid flow to sequentially dispense aliquots from a reservoir while the device rotates. Also disclosed is a method and system for analysing a liquid to derive an indicator of sedimentation rate of the liquid using sequential aliquoting, using the disclosed device in some embodiments. A particular application is the analysis of blood samples, including sedimentation rate and hematocrit. 1. A device for handling liquid , the device being rotatable about an axis of rotation to drive liquid flow within the device and comprising;a reservoir chamber configured to accept a liquid and to dispense the liquid as the device rotates about the axis;a plurality of receiving chambers connected to the reservoir chamber to receive liquid from the reservoir chamber as the devices rotates about the axis; anda plurality of fluid conduits connecting the plurality of receiving chambers to the sedimentation chamber to enable liquid to flow from the reservoir chamber to the plurality of receiving chambers and gas to be displaced by the liquid to vent from the plurality of receiving chambers, wherein the plurality of fluid conduits comprise a plurality of supply conduits each connected to a respective one of the plurality of receiving chambers to deliver liquid and a plurality of vent conduits each connected to a respective one of the plurality of receiving chambers to allow gas to escape, and;wherein the One or more fluid conduits are configured to begin filling each one of the plurality of receiving chambers at a different respective time while the device rotates at a substantially constant rate of rotation.2. A device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein each vent conduit is connected to a respective vent port of a plurality of vent ports of the reservoir chamber to allow gas to escape into the reservoir chamber claim 1 , the plurality of vent ports being mutually radially spaced along the reservoir chamber claim 1 , thereby preventing liquid ...

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Номер записи: 100