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16-07-1997 дата публикации

L-КООРДИНАТНЫЙ МАНИПУЛЯТОР

Номер: RU0000004501U1
Автор: Ивашов Е.Н.
Принадлежит: Ивашов Е.Н., Московский государственный институт электроники и математики (технический университет)

l-Координатный манипулятор, содержащий основание и исполнительный орган, соединенные между собой с помощью шести кинематических цепей, образующих привод, и упругого герметизирующего элемента, выполненного в виде сильфона таким образом, что привод герметизирован относительно технологической среды, отличающийся тем, что сильфон связан с основанием с возможностью вращения относительно продольной оси, а герметизация сильфона с основанием выполнена посредством жидкофазного уплотняющего узла. (19) RU (11) (13) 4 501 U1 (51) МПК B25J 21/00 (1995.01) РОССИЙСКОЕ АГЕНТСТВО ПО ПАТЕНТАМ И ТОВАРНЫМ ЗНАКАМ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К СВИДЕТЕЛЬСТВУ (21), (22) Заявка: 5064767/02, 09.10.1992 (71) Заявитель(и): Ивашов Е.Н. (46) Опубликовано: 16.07.1997 (72) Автор(ы): Ивашов Е.Н. U 1 4 5 0 1 R U Ñòðàíèöà: 1 U 1 (57) Формула полезной модели l-Координатный манипулятор, содержащий основание и исполнительный орган, соединенные между собой с помощью шести кинематических цепей, образующих привод, и упругого герметизирующего элемента, выполненного в виде сильфона таким образом, что привод герметизирован относительно технологической среды, отличающийся тем, что сильфон связан с основанием с возможностью вращения относительно продольной оси, а герметизация сильфона с основанием выполнена посредством жидкофазного уплотняющего узла. 4 5 0 1 (54) L-КООРДИНАТНЫЙ МАНИПУЛЯТОР R U (73) Патентообладатель(и): Московский государственный институт электроники и математики (технический университет) U 1 U 1 4 5 0 1 4 5 0 1 R U R U Ñòðàíèöà: 2 RU 4 501 U1 RU 4 501 U1 RU 4 501 U1 RU 4 501 U1

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27-06-2011 дата публикации

ПЕРЧАТОЧНЫЙ БОКС

Номер: RU0000105853U1
Автор: ЧЖАН Дэлун
Принадлежит: Вигэ Гэс Сепарейшн Эквипмент Текнолоджис (СИП) Ко., ЛТД

1. Перчаточный бокс, включающий главный корпус бокса, смотровое окно, расположенное на главном корпусе бокса, перчаточные обоймы, установленные на смотровом окне, перчатки, установленные на перчаточной обойме, боковые панели, прикрепленные к главному корпусу бокса, и предкамеру, установленную на боковой панели, главный корпус бокса, боковые панели, перчаточные обоймы, перчатки и предкамера имеют контактные поверхности для контакта с кольцами уплотнения, по меньшей мере, на одной из пяти промежуточных поверхностей, а именно между главным корпусом бокса и смотровым окном, между главным корпусом бокса и боковой панелью, между смотровым окном и перчаточной обоймой, между боковой панелью и предкамерой, между перчаточной обоймой и перчаткой, образована область, защищающая от утечек, отличающийся тем, что два сквозных отверстия выходят в область, защищающую от утечек, при этом два сквозных отверстия отделены друг от друга разделителем, в частности одно из сквозных отверстий соединяется с источником газа высокой чистоты, а другое служит отверстием, чтобы наполнить область, защищающую от утечек, потоком газа высокой чистоты. 2. Перчаточный бокс по п.1, отличающийся тем, что в рабочей зоне бокса содержание примеси влаги составляет менее чем 1 ppm и содержание примеси кислорода составляет менее чем 1 млн. 3. Перчаточный бокс по п.1 или 2, отличающийся тем, что на какой-либо из контактных поверхностей создана отводная канавка, кольцо уплотнения установлено поверх отводной канавки так, чтобы между отводной канавкой и кольцом уплотнения образовывалась область, защищающая от утечек. 4. Перчаточный бокс по п.1 или 2, отличающийся тем, что на какой-либо из контактных поверхностей создана отводная канавка, при этом кольцо уплотнения также имеет соответствующую отводную канавку, так чтобы между отводными канавками образовалась область, защищающая от утечек. 5. Перчаточный бокс по п.1 или 2, отличающийся тем, что кольцо уплотнения имеет канавку на каждой из его двух контактных сторон, ...

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17-03-2022 дата публикации

МАНИПУЛЯЦИОННАЯ СИСТЕМА ДЛЯ ГЕРМЕТИЧНЫХ КАМЕР

Номер: RU0000209596U1
Автор: Войнов Игорь Вячеславович, Круглов Иван Филиппович, Морозов Борис Александрович, Носиков Максим Владимирович
Принадлежит: Носиков Максим Владимирович

Полезная модель относится к машиностроению, а именно к робототехническим системам, предназначенным для работы в герметичных камерах на предприятиях атомной промышленности. Манипулятор содержит пульт управления и соединенный с ним кабельной связью исполнительный орган манипулятора, расположенный внутри герметичной камеры и имеющий шесть последовательно соединенных звеньев с электроприводами и активный схват. Исполнительный орган размещен на плите, которая закреплена на вертикальной стойке внутри герметичной камеры и выполнена с возможностью перемещения вдоль стойки, поворота вокруг ее оси и осуществления наклона относительно собственной горизонтальной оси посредством электроприводов. Пульт управления выполнен с одним семистепенным джойстиком для управления исполнительным органом манипулятора одной рукой человека-оператора. Полезная модель обеспечивает расширение функциональных возможностей манипуляторов, упрощение операций управления и, как следствие, сокращение времени проведения данных операций. 1 з.п. ф-лы, 3 ил. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 209 596 U1 (51) МПК B25J 21/00 (2006.01) B25J 1/12 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК B25J 21/00 (2021.08); B25J 1/12 (2021.08) (21)(22) Заявка: 2021119156, 29.06.2021 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: Дата регистрации: 17.03.2022 (73) Патентообладатель(и): Носиков Максим Владимирович (RU) (45) Опубликовано: 17.03.2022 Бюл. № 8 2 0 9 5 9 6 (54) МАНИПУЛЯЦИОННАЯ СИСТЕМА ДЛЯ ГЕРМЕТИЧНЫХ КАМЕР (57) Реферат: Полезная модель относится к возможностью перемещения вдоль стойки, машиностроению, а именно к робототехническим поворота вокруг ее оси и осуществления наклона системам, предназначенным для работы в относительно собственной горизонтальной оси герметичных камерах на предприятиях атомной посредством электроприводов. Пульт управления промышленности. Манипулятор содержит пульт выполнен с одним семистепенным джойстиком управления и ...

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23-02-2012 дата публикации

Human-robot interactive system

Номер: US20120043831A1
Автор: Masahiro Morioka, Satoshi Adachi, Shinsuke Sakakibara
Принадлежит: FANUC Corp

A human-robot interactive system wherein a robot and a human share an area for performing interactive work, characterized by being provided with a force sensor which is set at an end effector attached to a front end of the robot or which is set at the robot and stopping the robot or controlling operation of the robot so that a detected value of the force sensor becomes smaller when the detected value of the force sensor exceeds a predetermined value, by the robot including a first robot portion which is positioned further from the human than a set position of the force sensor and a second robot portion which is positioned closer to the human than the set position of the force sensor, and, furthermore, by the robot system being provided with a limiter which limits a work area of the human so as to prevent contact by the human with the first robot portion of the robot during operation even when the robot most approaches the human. Due to this, safety of the human can be ensured even in an environment where the human could contact the robot.

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28-02-2013 дата публикации

Two-Piece Frame Assembly for Window of Enclosure

Номер: US20130047524A1
Автор: Douglas A. Sayer
Принадлежит: Premier Tech Inc

Frames for mounting windows within the walls of enclosures for isolating or sealing substances such as radioactive or other hazardous substances from the surrounding environment. In a first embodiment of the present invention, a window assembly includes a two-piece frame that is welded into the wall of an enclosure. In a second embodiment of the present invention, a window assembly includes a three-piece frame that is clamped to the wall of an enclosure. The frame assemblies may also be used to mount structures other than windows to enclosure walls, such as ducts or pipes intended for passing power, gas, vacuum, or other utilities into the interior of an enclosure.

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Номер записи: 5
02-05-2013 дата публикации

Maintenance glove

Номер: US20130104283A1
Автор: Bernd Ramhorst
Принадлежит: Individual

An arm-length glove made of a flexible material for performing maintenance work within sealed housings. An armhole-side end of which can be attached to a flange of a maintenance opening in a gas-tight manner and the hand end of which is freely movable, wherein a hand-grip is located in the hand end. The hand end is telescopically extendable. A camera and a light source are located at the hand end. Furthermore tools and/or sensors are also located at the hand end.

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Номер записи: 6
17-10-2013 дата публикации

SAFETY DEVICE FOR GLOVE PORTS

Номер: US20130269254A1
Автор: Sassatelli Luca
Принадлежит: I.M.A. INDUSTRIA MACCHINE AUTOMATICHE S.P.A.

A safety device for a glove port includes a hatch that is rotatably fixable by a hinge arrangement to an outer frame of the glove port so as to rotate between a closing position and an opening position for preventing or allowing access to the glove port, respectively. The device further includes a sensor associated associable with the glove port and arranged for engaging and/or detecting an abutment portion of the hatch in the closing condition and generating an alarm signal when the abutment portion does not engage the sensor, in particular when the hatch is not in the closing position. 112-. (canceled)13. A safety device for a glove port , comprising a hatch rotatably fixable by a hinge arrangement to an outer frame of a glove port so as to rotate about an axis between a closing position and an opening position for preventing or allowing access to said glove port respectively; a sensor adjacent to said glove port and arranged for engaging and detecting an abutment portion of said hatch in said closing position and generating an alarm signal when said abutment portion does not engage said sensor , in particular when said hatch is not in said closing position.14. A safety device according to claim 13 , wherein said hatch is axially movable along said axis between said closing position and a raised intermediate position in which said abutment portion does not engage said sensor.15. A safety device according to claim 13 , wherein said hinge arrangement includes a pivot assembly fixed to said outer frame and provided with a pivot arranged for engaging with a fork element of said hatch for slidingly and rotatably supporting the latter along and about said axis.16. A safety device according to claim 15 , wherein said hatch includes a roller which is mounted free to rotate and is arranged for engaging with a cam arrangement made on said pivot assembly claim 15 , said roller and said cam arrangement being configured for blocking said hatch in said closing position and ...

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Номер записи: 7
12-12-2013 дата публикации

Robot cell, assembling method of robot cell, and robot system

Номер: US20130331989A1
Автор: Makoto Umeno, Osamu Yoshida, Takashi Suyama
Принадлежит: Yaskawa Electric Corp

A robot cell according to an aspect of the embodiments includes a first surface part and a second surface part. A robot that performs a work by performing a predetermined operation is arranged on the first surface part. In the second surface part, a plurality of fixing portions that are used to fix a working unit used in the work by the robot is arranged at a predetermined position, and the working unit is fixed to the second surface part by using a fixing portion selected from the fixing portions.

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11-01-2018 дата публикации

GLOVE OR BAG WINDER DESIGNED TO BE USED WITH A CLOSED CHAMBER GLOVE BOX

Номер: US20180009119A1
Автор: PARRENIN Cedric
Принадлежит: Commissariat A L'Energie Atomique Et Aux Energies Alternatives

A winder includes an attachment to an external portion of a glove port fitted on a closed vacuum chamber, to roll a glove or a bag carried by the glove port outside the chamber. 1. A winder comprising:a roller with an attachment to an external portion of a glove port fitted on a closed vacuum chamber or a panel, wherein said glove port is fitted, to roll a glove or a bag carried by said glove port outside said chamber.2. The winder according to claim 1 , comprising a roller carried by a spindle and wherein the attachment means are formed by two attachment cleats by tightening of the external portion of the glove port claim 1 , one end of the spindle passing through each cleat pressed in contact with one end of the roller by a nut screwed to an end of the spindle.3. The winder according to claim 2 , wherein one of the cleats is rigidly fixed to one end of the spindle.4. The winder according to claim 2 , wherein one of the nuts is a butterfly nut.5. The winder according to claim 2 , wherein the roller comprises a blocking slit into which one end of a glove or bag fits before winding.6. The winder according to claim 2 , comprising an arm that folds down along the roller to clamp one end of a glove or a bag in contact with said roller so that it is blocked in place before winding.7. The winder according to claim 1 , wherein the attachment means are provided with roller reception devices by click fitting.8. The winder according to claim 7 , wherein the attachment means are arranged to be permanently fixed to the glove port or to a panel on which said glove port is fixed.9. A glove port that will be fitted on a glove box panel delimiting a closed chamber claim 1 , to be fitted with a glove for the manipulation of elements in the chamber or a bag to extract elements from said chamber claim 1 , said glove port being fitted with a winder according to . The invention relates to glove ports fitted on a glove box type chamber used particularly for the manipulation of ...

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Номер записи: 9
14-01-2021 дата публикации

METHOD FOR PROTECTING AND UNPROTECTING THE FLUID PATH IN A CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT ENCLOSURE

Номер: US20210008540A1
Автор: CICHY Marcin, PROCYSHYN Christopher
Принадлежит:

A controlled environment enclosure comprises a robotic arm manipulation system used to protect and unprotect a fluid path and a swab within the controlled environment enclosure. The apparatus allows the fluid path to be protected against dangerous decontamination vapors and chemicals before the controlled environment enclosure is decontaminated. The apparatus allows the fluid path to be unprotected without the use of gloves or other means that degrade the integrity of the controlled environment enclosure when decontamination is completed. The apparatus and method allow for the protecting, unprotecting and decontaminating sequences to be automated. In some embodiments the fluid path comprises a fill needle that can removably and aseptically be sealed with a disposable monolithic injection moulded polymeric fill needle sheath. The apparatus and method further allow for the use of a swab disposed in a swab holder that is aseptically and removably sealable to a swab cap to protect the swab against decontamination vapors. 1. A pharmaceutical fill needle system for dispensing pharmaceutical fluids within an aseptic chamber , the fill needle system comprising:a first sterilizable encapsulation portion comprising at least one first mechanical engagement feature and a first sealable surface;a fill needle aseptically sealed to the first encapsulation portion and having a fluid receiving end and a fluid dispensing end, the fluid dispensing end protruding from the first encapsulation portion;a sterilizable fluid path aseptically sealed to the first encapsulation portion, a proximal end of the fluid path being in fluid communication with the fluid receiving end of the fill needle; anda second sterilizable encapsulation portion comprising at least one second mechanical engagement feature and a second sealable surface, the at least one second mechanical engagement feature releasably engaged with the at least one first mechanical engagement feature and the second sealable surface ...

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Номер записи: 10
10-01-2019 дата публикации

TESTING SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR TESTING THE SEAL OF A GLOVE WHICH IS INSTALLED IN THE PORT OF AN INSULATOR

Номер: US20190011326A1
Автор: Keil Christopher, Keil Michael
Принадлежит:

A test system and a corresponding method for testing the seal of a glove which is installed in a port of an isolator, including a test disc which can be connected in a hermetically sealed fashion to the port. The glove and test disc define a sealed glove volume which can be placed under excess pressure. The test disc has a pressure-measuring device with a microprocessor and a memory for recording and storing a pressure profile in the glove volume and a data interface. The glove and port have identification elements which are read by a reading device of the test disc and information concerning the pressure profile along with the identities of the glove and port are transmitted wirelessly to an evaluation unit which estimates and records a residual period of use of the glove. A plurality of gloves in ports can be tested simultaneously. 116-. (canceled)17. A test disc for testing the seal of a glove which is installed in a particular port of an isolator , the glove having an open end sized to be sealed between the test disc and port so as to define an internal glove volume which can be placed under excess pressure , comprising:a test disc having a peripheral seal for sealing the open end of the glove against the port in a hermetically sealed fashion, the test disc having a pressure-measuring device, a microprocessor, a memory and a data interface for transmission of information, the test disc further including a reading device configured to determine an identity of the particular isolator port, the microprocessor being programmed to store the identity of the particular isolator port in the memory, and wherein the microprocessor and memory are configured to record and store a glove volume pressure profile, the test disc further having a first micro-air pump and a second micro-air pump, both of which are arranged on the test disc.18. The test disc of claim 17 , wherein the peripheral seal is a radially-expanding sealing device and the first micro-air pump is connected to ...

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Номер записи: 11
18-01-2018 дата публикации

Modular testing system with versatile robot

Номер: US20180017619A1
Автор: Mohsen H. Mardi
Принадлежит: Xilinx Inc

A chip package assembly testing system and method for testing a chip package assembly are provided herein. In one example, the testing system includes a robot disposed in an enclosure and having a range of motion operable to transfer a chip package assembly between any of a first queuing station, a second queuing station and a plurality of test stations. The system also includes an automatic identification and data capture (AIDC) device operable to read an identification tag affixed to a carrier disposed in the first and second queuing stations, and a controller configured to control placement of chip package assemblies by the robot in response information obtained from a carrier disposed in at least one of the first and second queuing stations, the predefined test routine of the test processor of the first test station, and the predefined test routine of the test processor of the second test station.

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Номер записи: 12
22-01-2015 дата публикации

INTERCHANGEABLE BREECH LOCK FOR GLOVE BOXES

Номер: US20150022065A1
Автор: Lemonds David Preston
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A breech lock for a glove box is provided that may be used to transfer one or more items into the glove box. The breech lock can be interchangeably installed in place of a plug, glove, or other device in a port or opening of a glove box. Features are provided to aid the removal of items from the breech lock by a gloved operator. The breech lock can be reused or, if needed, can be replaced with a plug, glove, or other device at the port or opening of the glove box. 1. An interchangeable breech lock for a glove box , comprising:a housing extending between a first end and a second end, the first end having a first port the second end having a second port;a plug connected with the exterior of the housing, the plug configured for removably securing the housing within a glove box opening;a first door positioned at the first end of the housing and configured for selectively opening or closing the first port; anda second door positioned at the second end of the housing and configured for selectively opening or closing the second port;wherein the housing and the second door collectively define a chamber when the second door closes the second port, the chamber having a first portion defined by the housing and a second portion defined by the second door, the chamber configured for receipt of an item for glove box transfer.2. An interchangeable breech lock for a glove box as in claim 1 , wherein the second portion of the chamber includes a recess that is positioned lower along a vertical direction than the first portion.3. An interchangeable breech lock for a glove box as in claim 2 , wherein the second door comprises:a peripheral wall extending peripherally around the second door; andan offset wall connected to the peripheral wall and offset therefrom, the offset wall defining the recess of the second portion of the chamber.4. An interchangeable breech lock for a glove box as in claim 3 , wherein the housing further comprises a stop located adjacent to the second port and ...

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Номер записи: 13
10-02-2022 дата публикации

Humidified sample preparation station for serial crystallography

Номер: US20220040685A1
Автор: Benjamin A. Apker, David Closs, Richard Jayne, Robert E. Thorne
Принадлежит: MITEGEN LLC

Humidified sample preparation station for serial crystallography according to one embodiment is a humidified enclosure that delivers relative humidities above 95% and preferably above 97% in standard operation, and that can allow microscope observation of samples within. Humidified sample preparation station for serial crystallography can be used for preparation of protein crystal samples for examination using X-rays and for protein structure determination by X-ray crystallography, involving addition of liquid to the sample and removal of liquid from the sample using vacuum or suction.

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Номер записи: 14
25-01-2018 дата публикации

CONTAINMENT ENCLOSURE HAVING TWO DISTINCT CLOSED POSITIONS

Номер: US20180023337A1
Автор: Cochard Pascal, Goulay Pascal
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The invention relates to a containment enclosure comprising two compartments () and a sealing system between the two compartments. The sealing system () comprises a door () having two opposite faces (). The door comprises a transfer support () on one of its faces. According to the invention, the door allows two closed positions distinct from one another, in which positions the door forms a gastight interface between the two compartments. 112-. (canceled)13. A containment enclosure including a first compartment , a second compartment and a sealing system between the first compartment and the second compartment , the sealing system including a door having a first face and a second face opposite to the first face ,the door including at least one transfer support on the first face,wherein the door is configured to have a first closed position and a second closed position, distinct from the first closed position, the first face respectively participating in delimiting the first compartment in the first closed position, the first face respectively participating in delimiting the second compartment in the second closed position,the door forming a gas tight interface between the fist compartment and the secon compartment in the first and in the second closed position.14. The containment enclosure according to claim 13 , wherein the transfer support is located in the first compartment in the first closed position claim 13 , and wherein the transfer support is located in the second compartment in the second closed position.15. The containment enclosure according to claim 13 , wherein the door includes a transfer support on each of the fist face and of the second face.16. The containment enclosure according to claim 13 , wherein the door is pivotably mounted about a vertical axis passing through the middle of the lower of the door and of the upper edges of the door.17. The containment enclosure according to claim 13 , wherein the door is pivotably mounted to a support claim 13 ...

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Номер записи: 15
24-01-2019 дата публикации

UNDERWATER CABLE REPAIR HABITAT

Номер: US20190027916A1
Автор: "OROURKE PATRICK JAMES", HEMPHILL STEPHEN JAMES, MCGUCKIN MICHAEL JOHN, RATHBORNE GERARD JOSEPH, SMITH MAURICE PATRICK
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A submersible habitat chamber providing a contained environment for repairing subsea cable is provided. The habitat chamber includes first and second shell parts assembled to at least partly define the contained environment, a first seal provided between the first and second shell parts, a cable seal provided for engagement with the cable, and at least one access port through at least one of the shell parts to allow a user to access the contained environment from outside the habitat. A method of using the habitat chamber and a kit for assembly of the chamber are also provided. 1. A submersible habitat chamber providing a contained environment for repairing subsea cable , the submersible habitat chamber comprising:a first shell part and a second shell part assembled to at least partly define the contained environment;a first seal provided between the first shell part and the second shell part;one or more cable seals provided for engagement with the subsea cable; andone or more access ports through at least one of the first shell part and the second shell part to allow a user to access the contained environment from an outside the submersible habitat chamber.2. The submersible habitat chamber according to claim 1 , wherein one or more gloves are sealed into the one or more access ports to maintain a barrier between the outside of the submersible habitat chamber and the contained environment.3. The submersible habitat chamber according to claim 2 , wherein the one or more gloves comprise gauntlet sections claim 2 , fixed in the one or more access ports claim 2 , and hand sections claim 2 , further wherein the hand sections are formed of a thinner material than the gauntlet sections.4. The submersible habitat chamber according to claim 1 , further comprising: a differential pressure control system to permit the contained environment to be maintained at a target differential pressure during subsea cable repair.5. The submersible habitat chamber according to claim 4 , ...

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Номер записи: 16
05-02-2015 дата публикации

Robot for holding and for handling medical instruments and equipment

Номер: US20150038980A1
Автор: Am Tuong NGUYEN, Eugen LISIAK, Jens Brodersen, Juergen Hesser, Markus Schwarz, Michael Merscher, Peter P. POTT, Ralf GUNDLING, Robert Boesecke, Vitor Vieira
Принадлежит: UNIVERSITAET HEIDELBERG

A robot for holding and for handling medical instruments/equipment ( 1 ), in particular retractors, preferably for use in orthopedic operations, comprises a manipulator ( 2 ) and an end effector ( 3 ) supported on the manipulator ( 2 ) for gripping/coupling of the particular instrument ( 1 ), wherein means for detecting external parameters relating to the holding situation are provided and wherein the holding/handling function of the robot can be defined on the basis of the identified parameters and optionally with the use of further predeterminable parameters.

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Номер записи: 17
11-02-2016 дата публикации

Working chamber

Номер: US20160039099A1
Автор: Koichi Kobayashi, Yasuhiko Yokoi
Принадлежит: Panasonic Healthcare Holdings Co Ltd

A working chamber includes: a body case including a work space; a supply device configured to supply gas in a body case; a work plate having an opening formed therein, the work plate configuring a bottom surface of the work space; and an observation device capable of being lifted and lowered, and the observation device includes a receiving portion having a width greater than a gap between the work plate and the observation device in an in-use state, and the receiving portion is configured to close the gap between the observation device and the work plate in the in-use state.

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Номер записи: 18
24-02-2022 дата публикации

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR THE AUTOMATED MANAGEMENT OF BACTERIAL LOAD DETECTOR DEVICES

Номер: US20220055232A1
Автор: GABUSI Gabriele
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An apparatus and method are described for the automated management of bacterial load detector devices to be temporarily positioned inside a clean room, delimited by walls, at least one of which is provided with at least one access aperture on which a primary closing unit is installed, configured to allow access to the inside of the chamber while keeping its atmosphere isolated and separated from the external environment. The apparatus includes a transport container, containing inside it an extractable housing slider on which one or more bacterial load detector devices are positioned, an extraction device configured to extract the slider from the transport container and make it available inside the chamber, and a support device disposed inside the chamber configured to stably position and support the slider. 264122320122015. The apparatus as in claim 1 , wherein it comprises an extraction device () disposed inside said chamber () and configured to extract said slider () from said transport container () and make it available inside said chamber () claim 1 , when said transport container () is associated with said access aperture ().32334362044454236444523204212. The apparatus as in claim 1 , wherein said slider () is provided with sliding and guide means () configured to cooperate with first guide members () provided in the transport container () and with second guide members ( claim 1 , ) provided on the support device () claim 1 , said first guide members () and said second guide members ( claim 1 , ) being configured and spatially disposed so that said slider () claim 1 , during its extraction from said transport container () and its subsequent collocation on the support device () claim 1 , performs a combined movement formed by a translation (F) in a rectilinear longitudinal direction and a subsequent rotation (F).4364041364041411840. The apparatus as in claim 3 , wherein said guide members () are configured in such a way as to define two transit channels ( claim ...

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Номер записи: 19
07-02-2019 дата публикации

Methods And Systems For Decontaminating Harmful Material

Номер: US20190039104A1
Автор: Cordes Marc
Принадлежит:

Decontaminating access structures that allow the partial insertion of decontamination tools into glove boxes and the like to easily and safely decontaminate harmful materials are provided. 1. A system comprising a structure configured to enclose harmful material in combination with a decontaminating access structure , the decontaminating access structure comprising:a pressure-activated latch mechanism;a rotatable hinge operable to insure that a rotatable hatch is in an open or closed position, wherein the hinge and latch mechanism function to securably close the hatch in the closed position;an outer, hollow frame configured to receive a first circumferential sealing means around a circumferential surface of the frame;an inner hollow frame;wherein the hatch, hinge, latch, outer frame, inner frame and first circumferential sealing means are operable to form a first seal to prevent harmful material from escaping the inside of the structure that encloses the harmful material and to prevent material from the outside from entering the structure when the hatch is in a closed position;a displaceable cover operable to receive a cover circumferential sealing means around a circumferential surface of the cover, wherein the cover and cover sealing means are operable to form a second seal to prevent harmful material from escaping the inside of the structure and for preventing material from the outside from entering the structure when the cover is in a closed position.2. The system as in wherein the latch comprises a second circumferential sealing means for preventing harmful material from escaping the inside of the structure and for preventing material from entering the structure from outside the structure.3. The system as in wherein the decontaminating access structure may further comprise a bezel for securing a flexible claim 1 , protective sleeve between the bezel and the inner hollow frame.4. The system as in wherein the decontaminating access structure is configured to ...

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Номер записи: 20
15-02-2018 дата публикации

INTEGRATED FLUIDJET SYSTEM FOR STRIPPING, PREPPING AND COATING A PART

Номер: US20180043394A1
Автор: Daniels Bruce R., Panarella Emilio, Tieu Andrew Hung, Vijay Mohan M., Xu Meisheng M., Yan Wenzhuo
Принадлежит:

An integrated liquidjet system capable of stripping, prepping and coating a part includes a cell defining an enclosure, a jig for holding the part inside the cell, an ultrasonic nozzle having an ultrasonic transducer for generating a pulsed liquidjet, a coating particle source for supplying coating particles to the nozzle, a pressurized liquid source for supplying the nozzle with a pressurized liquid to enable the nozzle to generate the pulsed liquidjet to sequentially strip, prep and coat the part, a high-voltage electrode and a ground electrode inside the nozzle for charging the coating particles, and a human-machine interface external to the cell for receiving user commands and for controlling the pulsed liquidjet exiting from the nozzle in response to the user commands. 1. A method of stripping , prepping and coating a part , the method comprising:holding the part inside a cell that defines an electrically shielded enclosure;generating a pulsed liquidjet using an ultrasonic nozzle;supplying coating particles to the nozzle;supplying the nozzle with a pressurized liquid to enable the nozzle to generate the pulsed liquidjet to sequentially strip, prep and coat the part;charging the coating particles using a high-voltage electrode and a ground electrode inside the nozzle;stripping the part by controlling the pulsed liquidjet;prepping the part by controlling the pulsed liquidjet; andcoating the part by controlling the pulsed liquidjet.2. The method as claimed in further comprising optically inspecting the part to determine when stripping is complete and then automatically switching to prepping.3. The method as claimed in further comprising detecting when prepping is complete and then automatically switching to coating.4. The method as claimed in further comprising detecting when coating is complete.5. A method of stripping claim 3 , prepping and coating a part claim 3 , the method comprising:generating a pulsed liquidjet using an ultrasonic nozzle that ultrasonically ...

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Номер записи: 21
14-02-2019 дата публикации

VEHICLE HAVING A DEVICE FOR PROCESSING FOOD

Номер: US20190047457A1
Автор: Eismann Joachim
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A motor vehicle having a driver's position, having a device adjacent thereto for processing, in particular for assembling, food, and having an oven device for heating foods is designed so that at least the device for processing, in particular assembling, foods is arranged in a section which is separate from the driver's position and which has at least one 1. A motor vehicle , comprising:at least one robot operable to handle food; andat least one oven operable to at least heat or cook food.2. The motor vehicle of wherein the at least one robot is operable to assemble food.3. The motor vehicle of wherein the at least one robot is operable to transfer the assembled food to the at least one oven.4. The motor vehicle of wherein the at least one robot and the at least one oven are operable to assemble and heat or cook food without direct human contact with the food during the assembly and the heating or the cooking of the food.5. The motor vehicle of wherein the motor vehicle includes a section is formed as a closed claim 1 , modular unit claim 1 , and the at least one robot and the at least one oven are housed in the section.6. The motor vehicle of claim 5 , further comprising:a ventilation device fluidly coupled to the section to provide dedicated ventillation for the section.7. The motor vehicle of wherein section is cooled.8. The motor vehicle of wherein the section is located in a rear of the motor vehicle.9. The motor vehicle of wherein the section includes a thermally insulating wall.10. The motor vehicle of wherein the at least one robot is operable to add various ingredients to a pizza blank.11. The motor vehicle of wherein the at least one robot is operable to add various ingredients to a noodle base.12. The motor vehicle of wherein the at least one robot is operable to add various ingredients to a hamburger bun.13. The motor vehicle of wherein the at least one robot is operable to add various ingredients to a dough blank.14. The motor vehicle of wherein the at ...

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Номер записи: 22
25-02-2016 дата публикации

OPERATION BOX AND METHOD FOR REPLACING GLOVES THEREOF

Номер: US20160052150A1
Автор: Ni Kui
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A method for replacing an operation box and gloves for the same is provided, the operation box comprises a housing, a glove, a first sealing member, a second sealing member and a cover plate; the housing comprises a chamber, at least one operation window disposed on a side wall of the housing; the first sealing member is configured to seal the glove outlet edge portion and the side wall; the second sealing member is disposed on an inner surface of the side wall of the housing; the cover plate is disposed inside the chamber, the cover plate and the second sealing member are configured to jointly seal the operation window. 1. An operation box , comprising:a housing comprising a chamber, and at least one operation window disposed on a side wall of the housing;at least one glove which comprising a glove body and a glove outlet edge portion;at least one first sealing member disposed on the operation window and located on an outer surface of the side wall of the housing, the glove outlet edge portion of the glove being disposed between the first sealing member and the side wall, the first sealing member being configured to seal the glove outlet edge portion and the side wall;at least one second sealing member disposed on the operation window and located on an inner surface of the side wall of the housing; andat least one cover plate disposed in the chamber, the cover plate and the second sealing member being configured to jointly seal the operation window;the first sealing member having a first through hole which is located on the first sealing member at a position corresponding to the operation window;the second sealing member having a second through hole which is located on the second sealing member at a position corresponding to the operation window;the cover plate being configured to cover the second through hole;the operation box further comprising:a fixing member for fixing the first sealing member on the outer surface of the side wall and for unfixing the first ...

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Номер записи: 23
25-02-2021 дата публикации

Automatic High-Shear Low-Pressure Force-Controlled Grinding Device for Complicated Curved Surface and Machining Method Thereof

Номер: US20210053173A1
Автор: FAN Zenghua, LI Linguang, LIU Bing, TIAN Yebing
Принадлежит: Shandong University of Technology

The present invention discloses an automatic high-shear low-pressure force-controlled grinding device for a complicated curved surface and a machining method thereof, which belong to the field of complicated curved surface grinding technologies of difficult-to-machine materials. The device comprises a base, columns, an industrial robot, an electrical spindle, a force-controlled floating tool holder, a workpiece chuck, a grinder plate, a six-dimensional force sensor, a rotary table, a triaxial precision displacement table, a safeguard hood, a safety door, and a pedestal. The grinder plate comprises a grinder plate substrate, a press plate, a lining plate, and an abrasive layer. Each module is effectively communicated, and a control system collects and processes signals as well as transmits commands to achieve automatic force-controlled grinding of the complicated curved surface. The abrasive layer of the grinder plate generates the shear thickening effect; so, the material can be removed in a high-shear low-pressure grinding manner. 1. An automatic high-shear low-pressure force-controlled grinding device for a complicated curved surface , comprising:{'b': 1', '1', '1', '2', '1', '3', '1', '4', '1', '5', '1', '6', '1', '7', '1', '9', '1', '10', '1', '11', '1', '12', '1', '13', '1', '14, 'an industrial robot base (-), a safeguard hood (-), columns (-), an industrial robot (-), an electrical spindle (-), a force-controlled floating tool holder (-), a workpiece chuck (-), a grinder plate (-), a six-dimensional force sensor (-), a rotary table (-), a triaxial precision displacement table (-), a safety door (-), and a pedestal (-);'}{'b': 1', '9', '2', '1', '2', '2', '2', '3', '2', '4', '2', '5, 'wherein the structure of the grinder plate (-) comprises inner hexagon bolts (-), a press plate (-), an abrasive layer (-), a lining layer (-), and a grinder plate substrate (-);'}{'b': 2', '3', '6', '1', '6', '2', '6', '3', '6', '4', '6', '5, 'the abrasive layer (-) comprises ...

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Номер записи: 24
23-02-2017 дата публикации

Work System, Composite System, and Robotic System

Номер: US20170050276A1
Автор: IIJIMA Shiguma
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A work system is for performing a work operation including a plurality of operation processes on an object, and includes a plurality of plates, lengths of the plates in a first direction in which the work operation including the plurality of operation processes is performed each have a value obtained by multiplying a predetermined value by a natural number, and intervals between the plates adjacent to each other in the first direction each have a value obtained by multiplying the predetermined value by an integer one of equal to and larger than 0. 1. A work system adapted to perform a work operation including a plurality of operation processes on an object , the work system comprising:a plurality of plates,wherein lengths of the plates in a first direction in which the work operation including the plurality of operation processes is performed each have a value obtained by multiplying a predetermined value by a natural number, andintervals between the plates adjacent to each other in the first direction each have a value obtained by multiplying the predetermined value by an integer one of equal to and larger than 0.2. The work system according to claim 1 , whereinthe intervals between the plates adjacent to each other in the first direction are all 0.3. The work system according to claim 1 , whereinat least one of the intervals between the plates adjacent to each other in the first direction has a value obtained by multiplying the predetermined value by an integer one of equal to and larger than 1.4. The work system according to claim 1 , further comprising:a conveying section adapted to convey the object in the first direction.5. The work system according to claim 4 , whereinthe conveying section is a belt conveyor.6. The work system according to claim 1 , whereinin a case of sectioning each of the plates in the first direction by the length of the predetermined value, each of the plates is provided with a first attachment part at a same position in every section.7. ...

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Номер записи: 25
23-02-2017 дата публикации

Robot cell for loading and unloading single-station machining units in concurrent operation time

Номер: US20170050282A1
Автор: Kruck Stefan Andreas
Принадлежит: SK-Technologies UG

Robot cell with a robot cell chamber for loading and unloading single-station machine tools and with a machine chamber, wherein at least one robot is arranged in the robot cell chamber and wherein at least two clamping points and at least one machining spindle of a single-station machine tool are arranged in the machine chamber, and so the clamping points for receiving workpieces in the machine chamber can be reached by the robot, wherein the robot cell chamber can be coupled to the machine chamber such that a machining chamber is formed in the state in which the robot cell chamber is coupled to the machine chamber, and a device for machining, wherein the device has a robot cell and a single-station machine tool. 1. A cell comprising:a robot cell chamber for loading and unloading single-station machining units;a machine space;a robot located in the robot cell chamber;clamping points for receiving workpieces in the machine space;a machining spindle of a single-station machining unit located in the machine space;wherein the clamping points can be reached by the robot,wherein the robot cell chamber is coupleable to the machine space in such a way that a machining chamber is formed in the coupled state of the robot cell chamber and the machine space.2. The robot cell according to claim 1 ,wherein the robot cell is detachably coupleable to the single-station machining unit.3. The robot cell according to claim 1 ,further comprising a coupling site that has a coupling site seal between the robot cell chamber and the machine space on the single-station machining unit.4. The robot cell according to claim 1 ,wherein the single-station machining unit is loadable and unloadable by the robot in concurrent operation time, preferably in an automated manner.5. The robot cell according to claim 1 ,wherein the clamping points for receiving the workpiece in the machine space are reachable by the robot when the machining spindle is idle and running.6. The robot cell according to claim ...

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Номер записи: 26
05-03-2015 дата публикации

Sealed mounting device of an interchangeable member on an extra strong containment enclosure

Номер: US20150059144A1
Автор: Bernard Chavrot, Bruno Fournier
Принадлежит: Getinge la Calhene SAS

Device ( 12 ) for mounting a glove ( 106 ) in a cell flange ( 4 ) of a containment cell including a sleeve ( 14 ) configured to be attached to the cell; a piston ( 16 ) sliding in the sleeve ( 14 ); a first seal ( 18 ) between the piston ( 16 ) and the sleeve ( 14 ) so as to ensure tight sliding of the piston ( 16 ) in the sleeve ( 16 ) and seal the internal passage of the sleeve ( 14 ) tightly; control means configured to sliding the piston inside the sleeve; a second seal ( 20 ) between the sleeve ( 14 ) and the cell wall; the sleeve ( 14 ); the piston ( 16 ), the first ( 18 ) and second seals ( 20 ), the cell and the glove ( 6, 106 ) forming a detection volume (V); and a sensor ( 22 ) of the pressure ( 22 ) of the detection volume.

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Номер записи: 27
21-02-2019 дата публикации

METHOD FOR PROTECTING AND UNPROTECTING THE FLUID PATH IN A CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT ENCLOSURE

Номер: US20190054459A1
Автор: IMMERZEEL Jeroen, PARK Steve Sang Joon, Procyshyn Christopher A.
Принадлежит:

A controlled environment enclosure comprises a robotic arm manipulation system used to protect and unprotect a fluid path within the controlled environment enclosure. The apparatus allows the fluid path to be protected against dangerous decontamination vapors and chemicals before the controlled environment enclosure is decontaminated, the method not requiring the use of gloves or other means that degrade the integrity of the controlled environment enclosure. The apparatus similarly allows the fluid path to be unprotected for use without the use of gloves, the method not requiring the use of gloves or other means that degrade the integrity of the controlled environment enclosure when decontaminated is completed. The apparatus and method allow for the protecting, unprotecting and decontaminating sequences to be automated 1. An apparatus for protection and unprotection of a fluid path within a controlled environment enclosure , comprising:a. a fluid path terminated by a fill needle with removable sheath,b. a remotely operated manipulation system for protection and/or unprotection of the fluid path; andc. a tamper-evident device positioned to reveal a breach of seal between the sheath and the fill needle.2. The apparatus of wherein the remotely operated manipulation system includes a robotic arm manipulation system.3. The apparatus of wherein the robotic arm manipulation system further comprises an end tool configured to engage the fill needle and removable shaft.4. The apparatus of wherein the robotic arm manipulation system further comprises a tool flange configured to move the fill needle within the controlled environment enclosure.5. The apparatus of further including a removal station that includes a surface operative to interact with part of the sheath.6. The apparatus of wherein the remotely operated manipulation system includes a robot end tool including at least one surface that is shaped to hold the fill needle.7. The apparatus of wherein the fluid path is a ...

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Номер записи: 28
21-02-2019 дата публикации

Method for protecting and unprotecting the fluid path in a controlled environment enclosure

Номер: US20190056420A1
Автор: Christopher Procyshyn, Marcin Cichy
Принадлежит: VanRx Pharmasystems Inc

A controlled environment enclosure comprises a robotic arm manipulation system used to protect and unprotect a fluid path and a swab within the controlled environment enclosure. The apparatus allows the fluid path to be protected against dangerous decontamination vapors and chemicals before the controlled environment enclosure is decontaminated. The apparatus allows the fluid path to be unprotected without the use of gloves or other means that degrade the integrity of the controlled environment enclosure when decontamination is completed. The apparatus and method allow for the protecting, unprotecting and decontaminating sequences to be automated. In some embodiments the fluid path comprises a fill needle that can removably and aseptically be sealed with a disposable monolithic injection moulded polymeric fill needle sheath. The apparatus and method further allow for the use of a swab disposed in a swab holder that is aseptically and removably sealable to a swab cap to protect the swab against decontamination vapors.

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Номер записи: 29
20-02-2020 дата публикации

Sealing and Guiding System for a Packaging Machine

Номер: US20200055624A1
Автор: Biondi Andrea, CAVAZZA Luca, Gigante Antonio
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The invention relates to a sealing and guiding system for a packaging machine having a processing zone and an activation zone adjacent each other. The system has a separating wall, for separating the processing zone from the activation zone; at least a movement actuating element, which develops from the activation zone to the processing zone, crossing the separating wall and that has a longitudinal developing axis; movement actuating means, arranged in the activation zone, for moving the movement actuating element at least along a first direction transverse to the respective axis. 11. A sealing and guiding system () for a packaging machine (M) comprising a processing zone (S) , for receiving products to be processed , and an activation zone (N) , that are adjacent each other;{'b': 1', '2', '3', '2', '4', '3', '1, 'the system () comprises: a separating wall (), for separating the processing zone (S) from the activation zone (N); at least one movement actuating element (), that develops from the activation zone (N) to the processing zone (S), crossing the separating wall () and has a longitudinal developing axis (H); movement actuating means (), that are arranged in the activation zone (N), for moving the movement actuating element () at least along a first direction (D), transverse to the respective axis (H);'}{'b': 1', '3, 'wherein, with the system (), the movement actuating element () is not subjected to axial translations;'}{'b': '2', 'claim-text': [{'b': '20', 'a first part () comprising at least a first housing delimited by a first circular edge;'}, {'b': 21', '20', '21', '21, 'at least a first disk (), that can be inserted in the first housing so as to be rotatable with respect to the first part (); the first disk () comprises in turn at least a second housing delimited by a second circular edge, that is eccentric with respect to the center (O) of the first disk ();'}, {'b': 22', '21', '22', '22', '3, 'at least a second disk (), that can be inserted in the ...

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Номер записи: 30
10-03-2016 дата публикации

MANUFACTURING WITHIN A SINGLE-USE CONTAINER

Номер: US20160068793A1
Автор: Maggiore Frank
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A manufacturing assembly has at least a sterilizable chamber containing at least one of a three-dimensional printing device (additive manufacturing), a Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) finishing head (subtractive manufacturing), a vacuum-forming unit, an injection-molding unit, a laser-cutting unit, a ultrasonic-welding unit, a robotic arman analysis device, a sampling device or a combination thereof. A plurality of individual sterilizable chambers may be aseptically connected into a network of sterilizable chambers that provides additional functionality for the manufacturing assembly. A sterilizable printer assembly may include at least one printing head, a printing platform, and a driving mechanism adapted to perform a movement of the at least one printing head relative to the printing platform along three degrees of freedom; a printer housing enclosing the printer assembly in a sterile manner, at least one aseptic connector fluidly connected to a corresponding one of the at least one printing head. 1. A printing system comprising: a sterilizable chamber; and', at least one printing head;', 'a plurality of robotic components for positioning the multiaxis printing assembly into position over a fixed printing platform;', 'a drive mechanism configured to control movements of the robotic components; and', 'a central body configured to connect the at least one printing head and the robotic components., 'a multiaxis printing assembly including], 'a sterilizable printer assembly including, 'a three dimensional printing device having2. The printing system of claim 1 , wherein:the multiaxis printing assembly is a tethered multiaxis printing assembly;the at least one printing head has a tubing line to a port in the sterilizable chamber for transferring at least one of a fluid and material inputs configured to be dispensed by the at least one printing head, and the three dimensional printing device further comprises an aseptic connector to connect at least one of an ...

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Номер записи: 31
15-03-2018 дата публикации

BIDIRECTIONAL DEVICE FOR CHANGING A HANDLING GLOVE AND METHOD FOR REPLACING SAID GLOVE BY TRANSLATION

Номер: US20180071926A1
Автор: Arethuse Franck
Принадлежит:

The invention relates to a bidirectional device for changing a handling glove from the inside towards the outside and from the outside towards the inside of a glove box under containment. The device is intended for replacing a used glove () with a new glove. The device comprises a cuff () sealingly connected to a cuff sleeve () and a glove () made of a flexible material sealingly connected to a glove sleeve (). The glove sleeve comprises snap-fitting studs on the outside and the cuff sleeve comprises axial ramps (). The snap-fitting studs of the glove sleeve slide in the axial ramps of the cuff sleeve until the glove sleeve is locked, forming, once assembled, a sealed assembly referred to as cuff port (). 113-. (canceled)14. Two-directional device to replace a handling glove from the inside to the outside of a glove box and from the outside to the inside under confinement , said device being designed to replace a used glove by a new glove comprising a cuff connected in a sealed manner to a shoulder port mounted in a sealed manner on the wall of a confinement containment and connected in a sealed manner to a cuff sleeve , and a glove made of a flexible material connected in a sealed manner to a glove sleeve , wherein the outside of the glove sleeve comprises a determined number of snap-fitting studs located on flexible sectors , and wherein the cuff sleeve that has a cylindrical internal surface without any obstacles , comprises the same number of axial ramps on the inside to guide the snap-fitting studs into the anchor cavities , locking the glove sleeve in the cuff sleeve , said glove sleeve and said cuff sleeve forming a fully sealed assembly called a cuff port once assembled.15. Glove replacement device according to claim 14 , wherein a static and dynamic seal during the replacement is composed of at least one seal claim 14 , either injected or embedded in a sealed manner in the groove of the glove sleeve provided on the glove sleeve body/to give a permanent seal ...

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Номер записи: 32
18-03-2021 дата публикации

COVER REMOVAL SYSTEM FOR USE IN CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT ENCLOSURES

Номер: US20210078846A1
Автор: GOLD Ross M, IMMERZEEL Jeroen, PARK Steve Sang Joon, Procyshyn Christopher A.
Принадлежит:

An apparatus and method are presented for removing container covers within a controlled environment enclosure without using gloves. The apparatus comprises an articulated arm apparatus and a gripping apparatus and can further comprise a controller. The articulated arm apparatus can be configurable for holding and moving a container in three dimensions; and the gripping apparatus can be configured for gripping a container cover sealing the container. The method comprises moving the container using the articulated arm apparatus while holding a gripping area of the container cover substantially stationary using the gripping apparatus. The apparatus can further comprise a sensor configured for supplying information to the controller for determining the location of the container cover gripping area and an orientation of the container cover. The method can further comprise inspecting the container cover using the sensor. The container can be moved along a path and within a space determined by the controller. 1. An apparatus comprising:a controlled environment enclosure;an articulated arm apparatus disposed within within the controlled environment enclosure; anda rotary gripping apparatus disposed within the controlled environment enclosure wherein each of the articulated arm apparatus and rotary gripping apparatus are moveable with regard to the other of the articulated arm apparatus and rotary gripping apparatus.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein:the articulated arm apparatus is configurable for holding and moving a container in three dimensions;the rotary gripping apparatus is configured for gripping a gripping area of a container cover sealing the container.3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein:the rotary gripping apparatus comprises two gripping elements having facing mutually engagable surfaces, at least one of the two gripping elements being rotatable about a common axis with the other of the two gripping elements to grip the gripping area of the container cover ...

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Номер записи: 33
26-03-2015 дата публикации

GLOVE PORT SAFETY MECHANISM

Номер: US20150082700A1
Автор: Sassatelli Luca
Принадлежит:

A safety device for a glove port includes a hatch that is rotatably fixable by a hinge to an outer frame of a glove port so as to rotate between a closing position and an opening position for preventing or allowing access to the glove port, respectively. The device further includes a sensor associated with the glove port and arranged for engaging and/or detecting an abutment portion of said the hatch in the closing condition and generating an alarm signal when the abutment portion does not engage the sensor means, in particular when the hatch is not in the closing position. 112-. (canceled)13. A safety device for a glove port mounted in a frame , comprising(a) a hatch providing access to the glove port and including a hatch portion extending beyond the frame;(b) a hinge connecting said hatch with said frame and providing linear displacement of said hatch along an axis X between a closed position where said hatch is adjacent to the frame for preventing access to the glove port and an intermediate position where said hatch is linearly displaced relative to the frame, said hinge further providing rotation of said hatch about said axis between said intermediate position and an open position where said hatch is away from the frame to allow access to the glove port;(c) a sensor connected with the frame and mounted adjacent the glove port and engaging said hatch portion when said hatch is in the closed position, said hatch portion being disengaged from said sensor when said hatch is in said intermediate position and when said hatch is rotated to said open position, said sensor generating an alarm signal when said hatch portion is disengaged from said sensor.14. A safety device according to claim 13 , wherein said hinge includes a pivot assembly fixed to said frame and includes a pivot arranged for engaging with a fork element of said hatch for slidingly and rotatably supporting said hatch along and about said axis claim 13 , respectively.15. A safety device according to ...

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Номер записи: 34
05-03-2020 дата публикации

Containment Design to Handle Low Temperature Systems

Номер: US20200075189A1
Автор: Al-Mutairi Omar S., AL-OTAIBI Abdullah M.
Принадлежит: Saudi Arabian Oil Company

A containment system and method for creating a confined space around a portion of a piping circuit, and for maintaining the confined space at a designated pressure with a pressurized blanketing gas. The confined spaced with its controlled environment protects against process upsets or icing when insulation is removed from sections in extreme temperature services. The containment system includes a shroud assembly that is made up of a cover configured into a tubular shape, and end plates on axial ends of the cover that mount onto the piping. Support rings are set within the cover that also mount to the pipe, and which provide radial support for the cover along the span between the end plates. Ports are formed through a sidewall of the cover that provide operations personnel access to the piping. Lines carrying the pressurized blanketing gas connect to inlets formed in the cover sidewall. 1. A containment system for use with a piping circuit comprising:a cover that selectively circumscribes a portion of the piping circuit to define a confined space between the cover and an outer surface of the portion of the piping circuit; andannular support rings within the cover that are axially slideable along the portion of the piping circuit, and that are in selective supporting contact with the cover.2. The containment system of claim 1 , further comprising end plates coupled to opposing axial ends of the cover.3. The containment system of claim 1 , further comprising a fluid inlet port formed through a sidewall of the cover and that is in selective communication with a source of pressurized blanketing gas claim 1 , so that when pressurized blanketing gas is directed into the confined space claim 1 , the pressurized blanketing gas provides a thermal barrier between an uninsulated section of the portion of the piping circuit and ambient to the cover.4. The containment system of claim 3 , further comprising a diffuser between the fluid inlet port and the portion of the piping ...

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Номер записи: 35
22-03-2018 дата публикации

PART SUPPORT APPARATUS, CONTROL METHOD, AND MANUFACTURING METHOD

Номер: US20180079080A1
Автор: KOZAKI Masaru
Принадлежит: HIRATA CORPORATION

A part support apparatus for supporting a plurality of parts which form a product by being connected to each other includes a plurality of support robots arranged in a work space and supporting the plurality of parts, a control unit controlling the plurality of support robots, and a storage unit storing a form pattern of each support robot corresponding to a type of a product. Each of the plurality of support robots includes a support unit supporting a part, and a multiaxial robot to which the support unit is attached, and which changes the posture and position of the support unit. The control unit controls the posture and position of each support unit by the multiaxial robot based on the form pattern, such that the plurality of parts are arranged to be connectable to each other. 1. A part support apparatus for supporting a plurality of parts which form a product by being connected to each other , comprising:a plurality of support robots arranged in a work space and configured to support the plurality of parts;a control unit configured to control the plurality of support robots; anda storage unit configured to store a form pattern of each support robot corresponding to a type of a product,wherein each of the plurality of support robots includes:a support unit configured to support a part; anda multiaxial robot to which the support unit is attached, and which changes a posture and position of the support unit, andthe control unit controls the posture and position of each support unit by the multiaxial robot based on the form pattern, such that the plurality of parts are arranged to be connectable to each other in the work space.2. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the plurality of support robots include:first support robots arrayed on one side of the work space; andsecond support robots arrayed on the other side of the work space.3. The apparatus according to claim 1 , further comprising a fixing unit configured to fix the plurality of parts arranged in ...

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Номер записи: 36
31-03-2022 дата публикации

METHOD FOR PROTECTING AND UNPROTECTING THE FLUID PATH IN A CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT ENCLOSURE

Номер: US20220097035A1
Автор: GOLD Ross M., IMMERZEEL Jeroen, PARK Steve Sang Joon, Procyshyn Christopher A.
Принадлежит:

A controlled environment enclosure comprises a robotic arm manipulation system used to protect and unprotect a fluid path within the controlled environment enclosure. The apparatus allows the fluid path to be protected against dangerous decontamination vapors and chemicals before the controlled environment enclosure is decontaminated, the method not requiring the use of gloves or other means that degrade the integrity of the controlled environment enclosure. The apparatus similarly allows the fluid path to be unprotected for use without the use of gloves, the method not requiring the use of gloves or other means that degrade the integrity of the controlled environment enclosure when decontaminated is completed. The apparatus and method allow for the protecting, unprotecting and decontaminating sequences to be automated 1. An apparatus for protection and unprotection of a pharmaceutical dispensing fluid path extending from a pharmaceutical source end to a pharmaceutical dispensing end , the fluid path dispensing end terminated by a fill needle with removable sheath within a controlled environment enclosure requiring apparati structured and arranged for aseptic processing , comprising:a remotely operated manipulation system for protection and/or unprotection of the fluid path; anda removal station that includes a surface operative to interact with part of the sheath.2. The apparatus of wherein the remotely operated manipulation system includes a robotic arm manipulation system.3. The apparatus of wherein the remotely operated manipulation system includes a robot end tool including at least one surface that is shaped to hold the fill needle.4. The apparatus of wherein the removal station includes means for heating the sheath.5. An apparatus for protection and unprotection of a fluid path in a pharmaceutical fluid dispensing system claim 1 , comprising:a controlled environment enclosure adapted to operate with a fluid path extending from a pharmaceutical source end to a ...

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Номер записи: 37
31-03-2016 дата публикации

Cleaning medium suction unit and dry cleaning apparatus

Номер: US20160089701A1
Автор: Akihiro Fuchigami, Tadashi KOSUDA
Принадлежит: Ricoh Co Ltd

A cleaning medium suction unit is provided. The cleaning medium suction unit includes a container, a vibration plate, a vibration source, and a suction member. The container contains a cleaning medium. The vibration plate is disposed inside the container, and has an upper surface on which the cleaning medium is to be placed. The vibration source vibrates the vibration plate. The suction member is disposed above the upper surface of the vibration plate forming a gap therebetween, and has a suction opening to suck the cleaning medium with a negative pressure.

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Номер записи: 38
21-03-2019 дата публикации

PORT STRUCTURE OF CONTAINMENT APPARATUS, KIT FOR CREATING PORT OF CONTAINMENT APPARATUS, AND CONTAINMENT APPARATUS

Номер: US20190084166A1
Автор: ARIZONO Kenichi
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A port structure of a containment apparatus is capable of providing a highly reliable port by means of a structure with which a port can be formed in any size at any position and high airtightness thereof can be maintained. The port structure has: a port formation hole that is formed in a transparent synthetic resin sheet defining at least a part of a chamber; an inner ring member disposed on the inner surface side of the port formation hole; an outer ring member disposed on the outer surface side of the port formation hole; and a fastening member that joins the inner ring member and the outer ring member to each other while having a rim portion of the port formation hole held therebetween. 1. A port structure of a containment apparatus , comprising:a port formation hole that is formed in a transparent synthetic resin sheet defining at least a part of a chamber;an inner ring member disposed on an inner surface side of the port formation hole;an outer ring member disposed on an outer surface side of the port formation hole; anda fastening member that joins the inner ring member and the outer ring member to each other while having a rim portion of the port formation hole held therebetween.2. The port structure of a containment apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein a ring-shaped seal member is provided in each of holding surfaces of the inner ring member and the outer ring member.3. The port structure of a containment apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein an insertion hole for inserting a screw configuring the fastening member is formed in the outer ring member claim 1 , and the inner ring member is provided with a female screw into which the screw is threaded.4. The port structure of a containment apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the insertion hole for the fastening member is formed in the rim portion of the port formation hole of the transparent synthetic resin sheet.5. The port structure of a containment apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein a ...

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Номер записи: 39
21-03-2019 дата публикации

Methods And Systems For Providing Protection Against Harmful Material

Номер: US20190084167A1
Автор: Cordes Marc, LaHaye Paul
Принадлежит: InTech Defense, LLC

A glove box for handling harmful material is formed to be lightweight and modular in design, allowing for use in the field and various remote locations where a full laboratory is not available. The tank portion of the glove box is formed of a rigid, lightweight plastic and includes a number of standard-sized passageways for connecting other components (intake filter, exhaust filter, input/output containers, gasketed gloves, etc), allowing for modularity in its configuration. The top portion of the glove box may include a transparent window for viewing the material within the glove box. Filter components utilize HEPA filter elements and a separate, portable power supply is used to control a vacuum fan included in an exhaust filter. The power supply can also be used to perform diagnostic tests on the glove and may include a battery back-up. 120.-. (canceled)21. A one person , hand carriable , and air tight Class-3 glove box for handling harmful material , the glove box comprising:a top component;a tank component comprising a lightweight, rigid plastic and comprising an upper edge removably attached to the top component, a floor and an external vertical wall comprising a plurality of passageways for removable connection to other components, with unused passageways covered to maintain the airtight integrity of the Class 3 glove box and a gasketing material disposed between the upper edge of the tank component and the top component,said top component and tank component configured to maintain a negative pressure;at least one HEPA filter removably attached to one of the passageways for filtering air associated with the Class 3 glove box, and an exhaust HEPA filter removably attached to an exhaust opening; andan input/output component removably attached to one of the passageways for introducing the harmful material including, but not limited to, bacteriological agents, to, or extracting such harmful material from, the glove box,wherein the Class-3 glove box is one person, ...

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Номер записи: 40
25-03-2021 дата публикации

Robotic filling systems and methods

Номер: US20210089493A1
Автор: Christopher Procyshyn, Ross M. Gold
Принадлежит: VanRx Pharmasystems Inc

Systems and methods are disclosed, which permit filling containers with a product. A filling arm is disposed within a chamber and an optical sensor is configured to sense openings of the containers within the chamber. Locations of the sensed openings are used to guide the filling arm to fill the containers with a product.

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Номер записи: 41
30-03-2017 дата публикации

MACHINE ENCLOSURE

Номер: US20170087682A1
Автор: Leonhard Richard Wright, Olewicz Tadeusz A.
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An enclosure for machine tools, such as a CNC machine, is provided. The transformable enclosure may include a series of modules or panels movable between a series of open and closed positions to allow an operator increased control over the production of a particular part and allowing parts of various shapes and dimensions to be machined without the need to switch between multiple machines. 1. A transformable enclosure for an automated machine , comprising:a plurality of supports selectively connectable in series to define a frame of a selected size, shape, and/or configuration, the frame comprising front, rear, and side sections that at least partially define an interior chamber of a size sufficient to at least partially receive the automated machine therein, and wherein openings are defined along the frame for providing access to the interior chamber and the automated machine housed therein; anda plurality of modules at least partially supported by and movable along the supports between a plurality of locations selected to at least partially close or at least partially open the openings for controlling and providing varying levels of access to the interior chamber to enable access to the interior chamber while substantially reducing escape and/or exposure to debris or particulates generated from operation of the automated machine.2. The transformable enclosure of claim 1 , wherein the supports are coupled together at a series of joints to define a substantially stable claim 1 , fixed structure.3. The transformable enclosure of claim 1 , further comprising locking mechanisms operable to the supports and/or the modules in various positions or arrangements.4. The transformable enclosure of claim 1 , wherein the automated machine is a CNC machine.5. The transformable enclosure of claim 1 , wherein the modules or supports are formed from a substantially high-strength claim 1 , rigid material.6. The transformable enclosure of claim 1 , wherein one or more of the modules ...

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Номер записи: 42
05-05-2022 дата публикации

FIXTURE FOR AUTOMATIC CALIBRATION OF SUBSTRATE TRANSFER ROBOT

Номер: US20220134568A1
Автор: ALWAN Aravind, BEHZIZ Behnam, Blank Richard, EMERSON Mark E., Thaulad Peter
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A robot calibration system includes a calibration fixture configured to be mounted on a substrate processing chamber. The calibration fixture includes at least one camera arranged to capture an image including an outer edge of a test substrate and an edge ring surrounding the test substrate. A controller is configured to receive the captured image, analyze the captured image to measure a distance between the outer edge of the test substrate and the edge ring, calculate a center of the test substrate based on the measured distance, and calibrate a robot configured to transfer substrate to and from the substrate processing chamber based on the calculated center of the test substrate.

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Номер записи: 43
28-03-2019 дата публикации

IN-SITU GLOVEPORT GLOVE LEAK TESTER

Номер: US20190094102A1
Автор: Haske Kyle J., Preuss Donald E., Sakowski Mark R., Smith James E.
Принадлежит: UCHICAGO ARGONNE, LLC

The invention provides a system for detecting leaks in glovebox gloves, the system having a first seal within a glovebox aperture; a second seal contacting exterior surfaces of a glovebox, wherein the exterior surfaces define a periphery of the aperture; a first fluid supply for circumferentially expanding the first seal against center facing surfaces of the aperture to a first pressure; a second fluid supply for inflating the glove to a second pressure; and a pressure gauge for detecting a pressure decrease of the second pressure. Also provided is an in situ method for detecting leaks in glove box gloves, the method having the steps of applying a radially directed force to inside surfaces of cuffs of the gloves to hermetically seal the gloves from the exterior of the glovebox, thereby establishing a seal; inflating the gloves to a pressure; and monitoring the pressure for any decrease in pressure. 1. A system for detecting leaks in glovebox gloves , the system comprising:a) a first seal positioned within a glovebox aperture;b) a second seal contacting exterior surfaces of a glovebox, wherein the exterior surfaces define a periphery of the aperture;c) a first pressurized fluid supply for circumferentially expanding the first seal against center facing surfaces of the aperture to a first pressure;d) a second pressurized fluid supply for inflating the glove to a second pressure; ande) a pressure gauge for detecting a pressure decrease of the second pressure.2. The system as recited in wherein the first pressure ranges from about 20 psi to about 25 psi.3. The system as recited in wherein the second pressure ranges from about 5 inches water column to about 12 inches water column.4. The system as recited in wherein the fluid is a gas selected from the group consisting of air claim 1 , nitrogen claim 1 , carbon dioxide claim 1 , argon claim 1 , helium and combinations thereof.5. The system as recited in wherein expansion of the first seal removably confines the second ...

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Номер записи: 44
12-04-2018 дата публикации

Machine tool

Номер: US20180099419A1
Автор: Yoshinori Hoshino
Принадлежит: FANUC Corp

A machine tool includes: an exterior cover covering a machining area where a workpiece on a worktable is machined by a machining tool; an articulated robot arranged inside the exterior cover and configured to replace the workpiece; a controller configured to control the posture of the articulated robot and the coordinate point at which a hand of the articulated robot is positioned; and a protective cover arranged inside the exterior cover and configured to protect at least the hand from scattered matter arising due to machining of the workpiece when the articulated robot is set at a predetermined posture or when the hand is moved to a predetermined coordinate point.

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Номер записи: 45
12-04-2018 дата публикации

MACHINE TOOL

Номер: US20180099420A1
Автор: Hoshino Yoshinori
Принадлежит: FANUC Corporation

A machine tool includes: an exterior cover covering a machining area where a workpiece on a worktable is machined by a machining tool; an articulated robot arranged inside the exterior cover and configured to replace the workpiece on the worktable; a controller configured to control a posture of the articulated robot and a coordinate point at which a hand of the articulated robot is positioned; and an air nozzle arranged inside the exterior cover and configured to remove scattered matter that has been generated during machining of the workpiece and has adhered at least to the hand when the articulated robot is set at a predetermined posture or when the hand is moved to a predetermined coordinate point. 1. A machine tool comprising:an exterior cover covering a machining area where a workpiece on a worktable is machined by a machining tool;an automatic transfer machine arranged inside the exterior cover and configured to replace the workpiece on the worktable;a control unit configured to control a posture of the automatic transfer machine and a coordinate point at which a hand of the automatic transfer machine is positioned; anda removal unit arranged inside the exterior cover and configured to remove scattered matter that has been generated during machining of the workpiece and has adhered at least to the hand when the automatic transfer machine is set at a predetermined posture or when the hand is moved to a predetermined coordinate point.2. The machine tool according to claim 1 , wherein the removal unit is a fluid-flow generator unit configured to use a fluid to remove the scattered matter adhering at least to the hand.3. The machine tool according to claim 2 , wherein:a retraction area into which the automatic transfer machine is retracted during the machining of the workpiece is provided inside the exterior cover;the control unit is configured to position at least the hand in the retraction area while the workpiece is being machined; andthe fluid-flow generator ...

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Номер записи: 46
04-04-2019 дата публикации

AN APPARATUS FOR PRODUCING MICROSPHERES OF CUSTOMIZABLE SIZES EFFICIENTLY

Номер: US20190099329A1
Автор: Guo Baisong, Jin Tuo, Liu Di, ZHENG Xiaodong
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The present invention teaches a design of apparatus using which microspheres of customizable uni-sizes may be produced through a greatly simplified process. The apparatus consists a microsphere-forming unit, a microsphere rinsing unit, and a sterile hood that isolate the other two unit within a sterilized cover. The microsphere-forming unit enables the processed of microsphere formation, solidification and collection simultaneously. The sterile hood allow the microsphere producing operation be carried out within a glove box, preventing direct contact of operator with the sterilized materials of the microspheres. The apparatus has also a refrigerator wherein the microsphere collector and final product storage are placed for extracting the solvent of microsphere-forming materials and stabilizing the final product, respectively. 1. An apparatus for producing microspheres , the apparatus comprising:a porous membrane through which a solution of the microsphere-forming materials can be squeezed to form spherical droplets;a column through which the spherical droplets are settled down to the bottom and hardened by solvent extraction;a microsphere collector in which the hardened microspheres are collected; anda post-treatment container,wherein the collected hardened microspheres are post-treated for removing organic solvent and other additives.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the porous membrane was cylindrical and possesses nearly uniform pore sizes which may be selected between 5 μm and 80 μm in diameter; wherein the column is designed in a diameter selected between 40 mm and 160 mm to meet respective batch size of microsphere production claim 1 , and its length ranges from 200 mm to 2200 mm.3. The porous membrane of is mounted on a holder claim 2 , and the holder is a tube that can transfer the squeezed microsphere-forming materials to the porous membrane.4. The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein a vibrator is mounted on the holder to shake the microsphere-forming ...

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Номер записи: 47
04-04-2019 дата публикации

DECONTAMINATING COLUMN FOR ON-LINE REPLACING ADSORPTION MATERIAL AND GLOVE BOX

Номер: US20190099709A1
Автор: Zhang Delong
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This invention discloses a decontaminating column for on-line replacing adsorption material, and it includes: a tank having an inner tank being used for filling the adsorption material, and one end of the tank being set to be opened; at least one discharging part is being attached to the tank, and an open-close unit by which the adsorption material can be discharged and which is installed between the discharging part and the tank. There is a chamber in the discharging part, which is connected to a gas replacement unit. At the same time, this invention also discloses a glove box. Compared with the existing technology, this invention effectively solves the problems of low efficiency, high manufacturing cost and high maintenance cost generated by decontaminating column replacement mode in the existing technology; In addition, when the decontaminating column is used in the glove box, replacing the adsorption material can ensure that the water oxygen in the glove box is prevented from leaking out and/or the water oxygen outside of the glove box is prevented from penetrating into the box. 1. A decontaminating column for on-line replacing adsorption material including:a tank having an inner tank being used for filling the adsorption material and one end of said tank being set to be opened;at least one discharging part being attached to said tank, and an open-close unit by which the adsorption material can be discharged and which is installed between said discharging part and said tank;a chamber in said discharging part, which is connected to a gas replacement unit.2. The decontaminating column for on-line replacing adsorption material according to claim 1 , wherein each of the two ends of the tank is connected to one of two discharge parts.3. The decontaminating column for on-line replacing adsorption material according to claim 1 , wherein a protective cover is provided at the end of discharging part positioned at the outside.4. The decontaminating column for on-line ...

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Номер записи: 48
26-04-2018 дата публикации

MANUFACTURING WORK MACHINE

Номер: US20180112814A1
Автор: Hashimoto Hideki, KAMIYAMA Kazuhisa, Yamazaki Atsushi
Принадлежит: Fuji Machine Mfg. Co., Ltd.

A manufacturing work machine including a beam member arranged in an X-axis direction of an XY horizontal plane, both ends of the beam member being supported to be movable in the Y-axis direction; a Y-axis drive device provided on one drive side end section of the beam member, the Y-axis drive device being configured to move the beam member in the Y-axis direction; and an X-axis drive member configured to move a work head provided on the beam member in the X-axis direction, wherein the beam member is a tube with an internal hollow running through in the X-axis direction, and is formed such that a beam width in the Y-axis direction is uniform, and a height direction dimension becomes smaller from the drive side end section to an end section on another side. 1. A manufacturing work machine comprising:a beam member arranged in an X-axis direction of an XY horizontal plane, both ends of the beam member being supported to be movable in a Y-axis direction;a Y-axis drive device provided on one drive side end section of the beam member, the Y-axis drive device being configured to move the beam member in the Y-axis direction; andan X-axis drive member configured to move a work head provided on the beam member in the X-axis direction,whereinthe beam member is a tube with an internal hollow running through in the X-axis direction, and is formed such that a beam width in the Y-axis direction is uniform, and a height direction dimension becomes smaller from the drive side end section to an end section on another side.2. The manufacturing work machine according to claim 1 , whereina height dimension of the beam member continuously gets smaller from the drive side end section to an intermediate section in the X-axis direction, and the height dimension of the beam member is substantially fixed from the intermediate section to the end section on the other side.3. The manufacturing work machine according to claim 1 , whereinthe work head is attached to one of a pair of side surfaces ...

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Номер записи: 49
07-05-2015 дата публикации

Wireless power transmission device for closed space

Номер: US20150123487A1
Автор: Motonao Niizuma
Принадлежит: IHI Corp

A wireless power transmission device includes an inner retainer fixed to an inner surface of a wall and supporting a power-receiving coil in proximity to a power transmission wall, and an outer retainer fixed to an outer surface of the wall and supporting a power-supplying coil in proximity to the power transmission wall, wherein the electric power is wirelessly transmitted between the power-supplying coil and the power-receiving coil.

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Номер записи: 50
03-05-2018 дата публикации

ROBOT SYSTEM

Номер: US20180117767A1
Автор: KOTANI Noriaki, Kumagai Tomohiro, YOKOTA Masato
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A robot system includes a supply section configured to supply an object, a first test section group including a plurality of first test sections configured to test the supplied object, a second test section group including a plurality of second test sections configured to test the supplied object, a collecting section configured to collect the tested object, and a robot including a robot arm and configured to hold, convey, and release the object. The robot is capable of collectively conveying a plurality of the objects. A total of conveyance times for the conveyance of the object by the robot from the supply to the collection of the object is shorter than a total of processing times for the holding and the release of the object by the robot. 1. A robot system comprising:a supply section configured to supply an object;a first test section group including a plurality of first test sections configured to test the supplied object;a second test section group including a plurality of second test sections configured to test the supplied object;a collecting section configured to collect the tested object; anda robot including a robot arm and configured to hold, convey, and release the object, whereinthe robot is capable of collectively conveying a plurality of the objects, anda total of conveyance times for the conveyance of the object by the robot from the supply to the collection of the object is shorter than a total of processing times for the holding and the release of the object by the robot.2. The robot system according to claim 1 , wherein at least one of the holding and the release of the object by the robot is performed in each of the supply section claim 1 , the first test section group claim 1 , the second test section group claim 1 , and the collecting section.3. The robot system according to claim 1 , wherein the conveyance of the object by the robot is performed in each of sections between the supply section and the first test section group claim 1 , between ...

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Номер записи: 51
25-04-2019 дата публикации

Cell treatment apparatus

Номер: US20190119621A1
Автор: Masahiro Takimoto, Tetsuo Koike, Yoshiki YAGI
Принадлежит: Rohto Pharmaceutical Co Ltd

Provided is a cell treatment apparatus including a treatment chamber that is configured to secure a space for arranging therein a plurality of containers for use in treatment of cells in an inner space maintained in aseptic conditions, a gripping mechanism that is arranged in the treatment chamber and is configured to grip the plurality of containers arranged in the space, wherein the plurality of containers are capable of being arranged in the space so as to have their positions matched with predetermined positions of the plurality of containers so that the gripping mechanism can grip a container to be selected based on a command from among the plurality of containers.

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Номер записи: 52
12-05-2016 дата публикации

ISOLATION BOX FOR PROTECTING READING MATERIAL

Номер: US20160129599A1
Автор: Cohn Elizabeth E., Cohn William E.
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A portable reverse isolation box (PRIB) for protecting an object from the environment and/or protecting a user from the object, the PRIB comprising: 1. A portable reverse isolation box (PRIB) for protecting an object from the environment and/or protecting a user from the object , the PRIB comprising:a housing comprising a container and a lid, wherein the container has structural integrity and at least a portion of the lid is transparent, and further wherein the housing forms an airtight and watertight isolation bay when the lid is mounted on the container;a port formed in the container; anda disposable flexible element mounted in the port in an airtight and watertight relationship, the flexible element being capable of assuming a concave configuration so as to permit a user to manipulate the object within the isolation bay without opening the lid.2. A portable reverse isolation box (PRIB) according to further comprising a book disposed in the isolation bay.3. A portable reverse isolation box (PRIB) according to wherein the container is sized so that the book is retained at a specific open page when the lid is mounted on the container.4. A portable reverse isolation box (PRIB) according to further comprising a writing instrument and a writing medium disposed in the isolation bay.5. A portable reverse isolation box (PRIB) according to further comprising food and a food implement disposed in the isolation bay.6. A portable reverse isolation box (PRIB) according to wherein the food implement comprises a knife.7. A portable reverse isolation box (PRIB) according to further comprising a playing implement disposed in the isolation bay.8. A portable reverse isolation box (PRIB) according to wherein the playing implement comprises a game board.9. A portable reverse isolation box (PRIB) according to wherein the playing implement comprises a deck of playing cards.10. A portable reverse isolation box (PRIB) according to further comprising at least four ports formed in the ...

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Номер записи: 53
10-05-2018 дата публикации

Machine tool

Номер: US20180126567A1
Автор: Shoichi MORIMURA
Принадлежит: Okuma Corp

A machine tool which removal-machines a workpiece by a tool includes an in-machine robot provided in a machining chamber, and a cleaning mechanism that cleans the in-machine robot by removing an adhering substance adhering to the in-machine robot. When the in-machine robot is cleaned, the in-machine robot moves relative to the cleaning mechanism and positions in proximity to the cleaning mechanism.

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Номер записи: 54
11-05-2017 дата публикации

FLEXIBLE AUTOMATION CELL FOR PERFORMING SECONDARY OPERATIONS IN CONCERT WITH A MACHINING CENTER AND ROLL CHECK OPERATIONS

Номер: US20170131179A1
Автор: Lazic Predrag, Mackey Chris, MOORE Steve
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An automation cell incorporating elements for performing secondary operations on a machined part is adapted to be disposed adjacent to a machining center for performing the primary operations on the part. The cell incorporates a robotic arm capable of being moved into position with respect to the machining center so as to load machined parts into the machining center and unload primarily machined parts for the performance of secondary operations in the cell. In a preferred embodiment the automation cell performs roll check operations on the primarily machined gear by bringing it into meshed engagement with a master gear and rotating the meshed gears and employing a sensor to monitor the roll-out of the machined gear. 1. An automation cell for performing secondary operations on a machined part for use with a machining center for performing primary machining of the part , the automation cell comprising:a cell housing;a robot supported in the cell housing and comprising an elongated arm and a servo controlled gripper mechanism disposed on an end of the arm;the housing being adapted to be positioned adjacent to said machining center which performs a primary machine operation on the part and the robotic arm being supported so that the gripper disposed end moves between the housing and the machining center to allow parts to be moved between the machining center and the housing; andan operating assembly supported in the housing for performing secondary operations on parts after they have been machined in the machining center.2. The automation cell of wherein the secondary operations performed in the cell on parts initially machined in the machine center include checking operations on the primary machining operation performed by the machining center on the parts.3. The automation cell of wherein the gripper mechanism supported on the end of the robotic arm can support two parts simultaneously so that a part to be machined can be loaded into the machining center and a part ...

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Номер записи: 55
30-04-2020 дата публикации

Methods for preparing autologous blood eye drops

Номер: US20200130873A1
Автор: JR. Gale Harrison, Thorne, Thorne Gale Harrison
Принадлежит: Thorne Intellectual Property Holdings, LLC

A convenience kit for sterilizing and delivering liquids into the safety of a sterile environment inside a plastic bag (which can be disposed in a field environment) wherein a so sterilized liquid is dispensed into a vessel which is capped and sealed before removal from the bag. The convenience kit can be provided in a solitary format or, as a subkit combined with other associated items in a more inclusive convenience kit. In short, convenience kits made according to the present invention provide opportunity for accomplishing an aseptic liquid sterilizing transfer, a task which is commonly associated with on-hand capability of a laminar flow hood, in field environments and other areas which are remote from facilities having laminar flow hoods. 1. A method for providing a convenience kit for sterilizing and displacing a predetermined volume of liquid into at least one vessel disposed within a plastic bag whereby the liquid within the vessel is delivered from the bag with the liquid in an aseptic state , said method comprising the steps of: the plastic bag comprising an opening through which bag contents can be displaced and an otherwise closed and shrouding surface, said surface comprising sufficient thickness to impede fluid displacement there through and surface area to permit the liquid to be displaced into the at least one vessel:', 'a sterilizing grade filter comprising a pair of extended length fluid communicating conduits providing a passageway to and from said filter;', 'the at least one vessel comprising a liquid storage chamber and an orifice through which liquid is dispensed into said chamber;', 'at least one cap for securely closing and sealing said orifice;, 'providingperforating and displacing one of said conduits through a section of said surface into said bag, providing components for constructing a fluid tight seal about said perforated section and said so displaced conduit and affixing the components about the one conduit to enclose and seal the ...

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Номер записи: 56
09-05-2019 дата публикации

Apparatus and Method for Repairing Fibre-Composite Structures

Номер: US20190136836A1
Автор: Sanderson Simon
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Repairs need to be carried out on various structures in outdoor climatic conditions, which may be in wind or rain. Such a structure may be a wind turbine blade (). This limits the time when the repairs can be conducted while conditions are within the limits set for the process. The invention provides an enclosure () which can be sealed to the structure so that a repair can be conducted at any desired time. The enclosure is large enough to enclose a desired work area with the operator's hands and arms entering to carry out the work through hand and arm seals (). 1. An apparatus comprising a temporary enclosure for , in use , enclosing a work area of a structure in need of repair , whereby an operator outside of the enclosure can access the work area through one or more holes or sleeves or gloves in a wall of the enclosure , the enclosure comprising a transparent portion through which the operator can view the work area.2. An apparatus according to that is made of flexible or partially rigid or rigid material that can be assembled near to the work area claim 1 , deployed on the work area and removed from the work area for reuse.3. An apparatus according to or that incorporates partially rigid or rigid members such as battens claim 1 , poles claim 1 , tubes or rods to support its structure.4. An apparatus according to claim 1 , or that incorporates tensioned elements such as guy lines claim 1 , cords claim 1 , webbing claim 1 , elastic cord or straps to support its structure.5. An apparatus according to any preceding claim that is made partly or wholly from essentially transparent materials.6. An apparatus according to any preceding claim claim 1 , in which the enclosure is sealable around the work area claim 1 , using a seal held in close proximity to a surface of the structure in need of repair claim 1 , so as to maintain a controlled environment within the enclosure.7. An apparatus according to whereby the seal is achieved through vacuum or pressure or adhesion or ...

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Номер записи: 57
25-05-2017 дата публикации

Unpacking system for use in an apparatus for producing three dimensional work pieces

Номер: US20170144874A1
Автор: Gieser Eduard, Huebinger Karsten, Krol Toni Adam, Schwarze Dieter
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An unpacking system () for use in an apparatus () for producing three-dimensional work pieces by irradiating layers of a raw material powder with electromagnetic or particle radiation comprises a supporting structure () which is configured to support a building chamber arrangement (). The building chamber arrangement () comprises a building chamber () accommodating a carrier (), the carrier () being configured to receive a three-dimensional work piece () produced from a raw material powder by an additive layering process. A lowering mechanism () of the unpacking system () is configured to apply a driving force to the building chamber () so as to lower the building chamber () relative to the carrier () until a three-dimensional work piece () received on the carrier () can be removed from the carrier (). 1. An unpacking system for use in an apparatus for producing three-dimensional work pieces by irradiating layers of a raw material powder with electromagnetic or particle radiation , the unpacking system comprising:a supporting structure which is configured to support a building chamber arrangement, the building chamber arrangement comprising a building chamber accommodating a carrier, the carrier being configured to receive a three-dimensional work piece produced from a raw material powder by an additive layering process, anda lowering mechanism which is configured to apply a driving force to the building chamber so as to lower the building chamber relative to the carrier until a three-dimensional work piece received on the carrier can be removed from the carrier.2. The unpacking system according to claim 1 ,wherein the lowering mechanism is configured to apply a driving force to the building chamber so as to lower the building chamber relative to the carrier at least until a carrier surface of the carrier which is configured to carry a three-dimensional work piece produced from a raw material powder by an additive layering process is arranged substantially flush ...

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Номер записи: 58
15-09-2022 дата публикации

VACUUM TRANSFER DEVICE AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING VACUUM TRANSFER DEVICE

Номер: US20220288796A1
Автор: ISHIBASHI Seiji, Itomi Hayato, Takahashi Hiroyuki
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A vacuum transfer device, which is arranged between a process chamber and a load lock chamber and transfers a substrate between the process chamber and the load lock chamber, includes a container, a transfer device, an exhaust device, a dew-point meter, and a control device. The container is connected to each of the process chamber and the load lock chamber via a gate valve. The transfer device is provided inside the container and transfers the substrate between the process chamber and the load lock chamber. The exhaust device exhausts a gas in the container. The dew-point meter measures a dew-point temperature of the gas in the container. The control device determines whether a process is ready to be executed, based on the dew-point temperature measured by the dew-point meter, and when the process is ready to be executed, notifies that fact to a user of the vacuum transfer device. 1. A vacuum transfer device that is arranged between a process chamber and a load lock chamber and transfers a substrate between the process chamber and the load lock chamber , comprising:a container connected to each of the process chamber and the load lock chamber via a gate valve;a transfer device provided inside the container and configured to transfer the substrate between the process chamber and the load lock chamber;an exhaust device configured to exhaust a gas in the container;a dew-point meter configured to measure a dew-point temperature of the gas in the container; anda control device configured to determine whether or not a process is ready to be executed, based on the dew-point temperature measured by the dew-point meter, and when the process is ready to be executed, notify a user of the vacuum transfer device that the process is ready to be executed.2. The vacuum transfer device of claim 1 , wherein the control device includes:a determination part configured to determine whether or not the dew-point temperature is equal to or lower than a predetermined first temperature ...

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Номер записи: 59
21-08-2014 дата публикации

Controlled atmosphere workstation

Номер: US20140232248A1
Автор: David Boast
Принадлежит: Don Whitley Scientific Ltd

There is provided a method for initiating a sleeve evacuation process in a controlled atmosphere workstation that comprises a chamber, at least one porthole that may be opened for enabling a user to access the chamber, and a sleeve secured to the least one porthole. The method involves placing the hand of a user within the sleeve with the sleeve engaging the forearm of the user, and initiating the sleeve evacuation process in response to the hand and forearm within the sleeve. In an embodiment of the invention the user forms a fist and moves the fist towards the porthole. This creates a pressure increase that can be detected to initiate the evacuation process. Alternatively the user may wear on his or her hand or forearm an element such as a magnetic element or an RFID chip that can be detected at the porthole to begin the evacuation process.

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Номер записи: 60
31-05-2018 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR POSITIONING GLOVE PORTS ON A GLOVEBOX-TYPE CHAMBER

Номер: US20180147736A1
Автор: PARRENIN Cedric
Принадлежит: Commissariat A L'Energie Atomique Et Aux Energies Alternatives

The invention relates to a device for identifying glove-port positions intended for being mounted on a panel supported by a glovebox structure () which defines a closed chamber enabling an operator to perform handling operations while being isolated from said chamber. The device comprises a base (), means for attaching this base () to the glovebox structure (), at least one template () which is supported by this base () while being movable with respect to this base, in order to be able to occupy different positions with respect to this base (), each template comprising an opening which is capable of receiving a glove port, and means for locking each template () in position with respect to the base (). 11119191122231919222319. A device for identifying a position of at least one glove port intended to equip a panel carried by a glovebox structure () delimiting a closed chamber , this device comprising a base () , means for attaching this base () to the glovebox structure () , at least one template ( , ) comprising an opening able to receive a glove port , each template being carried by the base () while being movable with respect to this base () , and means for locking each template ( , ) in position with respect to the base ().27197121311. The device according to claim 1 , comprising a main post () carrying a base () claim 1 , this main post () being provided at the ends thereof with means for attaching to two cross members ( claim 1 , ) of the glovebox structure () intended to receive the panel.3197197. The device according to claim 2 , wherein the base () is slidably mounted on this main post () claim 2 , and comprising means for locking the base () with respect to the main post ().41919719. The device according to claim 3 , wherein each template is carried by the base () while being movable with respect to this base () perpendicularly to the main post () claim 3 , and comprising means for locking each template with respect to the base ().5719. The device according ...

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Номер записи: 61
09-06-2016 дата публикации

CARRYING METHOD AND BONDING APPARATUS

Номер: US20160158939A1
Автор: Kato Shigeru, NAKADA Kimihiro
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A laminate is directly transferred from a first robot arm that carries the laminate from a bonding chamber to an overlapping chamber, to a second robot arm that carries out the laminate from the overlapping chamber to the outside. 1. A carrying method comprising:carrying a substrate and a support which are overlapped from an overlapping chamber in which overlapping between the substrate and the support is performed to a bonding chamber in which bonding between the substrate and the support is performed by a first robot arm;carrying a bonded laminate from the bonding chamber to the overlapping chamber by the first robot arm;directly transferring the laminate carried to the overlapping chamber, from the first robot arm to a second robot arm; andcarrying out the laminate transferred to the second robot arm, from the overlapping chamber to the outside.2. The carrying method according to claim 1 ,wherein the first robot arm includes a frame portion and a supporting member,the laminate is carried by the first robot arm in a state in which the frame portion surrounds a portion of a circumference of the laminate and the supporting member supports the laminate from below, andthe laminate held by the first robot arm is extracted from a side which is not surrounded by the frame portion in the circumference of the laminate by the second robot arm.3. The carrying method according to claim 1 , further comprising:overlapping the substrate and the support in the overlapping chamber, before carrying the substrate and the support which are overlapped from an overlapping chamber; andbonding the substrate and the support which are overlapped in the bonding chamber after carrying the substrate and the support which are overlapped from an overlapping chamber, and before carrying the bonded laminate from the bonding chamber to the overlapping chamber by the first robot arm.4. The carrying method according to claim 3 ,wherein the overlapping includes:carrying the support having an adhesive ...

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Номер записи: 62
09-06-2016 дата публикации

Working chamber

Номер: US20160160167A1
Автор: Hironobu Sekine, Koichi Kobayashi, Yasuhiko Yokoi
Принадлежит: Panasonic Healthcare Holdings Co Ltd

A working chamber including: a body case including a work space in an interior thereof; a supply unit configured to supply gas through a supply filter provided at the upper front of the work space; a louver that guides gas to a back surface side of the work space after the gas passes through the supply filter; and an illuminating means positioned lower than the louver and in front of the louver, at least one surface of the louver, which faces the illuminating means, being a reflection surface.

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Номер записи: 63
07-06-2018 дата публикации

ROBOT SYSTEM AND ROBOT

Номер: US20180154522A1
Автор: IIJIMA Shiguma, YOKOTA Masato
Принадлежит: SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION

A robot system and a robot are capable of easily defining a position of a target object with respect to a robot. The robot system includes a first robot, a first cell which is provided with the first robot and is capable of moving, and a positioning unit which is provided in an inner portion of the first cell and positions a target object. 1. A robot system comprising:a first robot;a first cell which is provided with the first robot and is capable of moving; anda positioning unit which is provided in an inner portion of the first cell and positions a target object.2. The robot system according to claim 1 , further comprising:a first transporter which transports the target object to the positioning unit.3. The robot system according to claim 2 , further comprising:a second transporter which transports the target object,wherein the second transporter has a transport direction, in which the target object is transported, different from that of the first transporter.4. The robot system according to claim 3 , further comprising:a drive unit which drives the first transporter and the second transporter.5. The robot system according to claim 3 ,wherein the first transporter and the second transporter each include a portion which is installed in the inner portion of the first cell.6. The robot system according to claim 3 , further comprising:a third transporter which transports the target object,wherein the third transporter has a transport direction, in which the target object is transported, different from that of the second transporter.7. The robot system according to claim 6 ,wherein the first transporter, the second transporter, and the third transporter each include a portion which is installed in the inner portion of the first cell,wherein an installation height of the third transporter inside the first cell is higher than an installation height of the second transporter, andwherein the installation height of the second transporter inside the first cell is higher than ...

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Номер записи: 64
21-05-2020 дата публикации

Shielded Containment Cabinet and Method of Use

Номер: US20200156123A1
Автор: Joe L. Savoy, Joseph Burlew
Принадлежит: Joe L. Savoy, Joseph Burlew

A shielded containment cabinet device for use for the cleaning under high visibility and high protection for user, while using reduction flow pressurized water for cleaning of materials.

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Номер записи: 65
28-05-2020 дата публикации

REMOVABLE WRIST JOINT

Номер: US20200164528A1
Автор: Giesen Isaac M.
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A remote arm for a manipulator is disclosed, which has a boom tube having a distal end and housing a mechanical communication chain. A floating gearbox assembly is coupled to the boom tube and has an outer framework rigidly coupled to the distal end of the boom tube. An inner framework is retained by the outer framework and is rotatable relative to the outer framework. A drive gear is disposed in the inner framework. which is in mechanical communication with the mechanical communication chain. A wrist joint has a wrist joint housing and an output gear is disposed in the wrist joint housing, where the wrist joint housing is configured to detachably couple to the outer framework. The output gear is configured to mechanically communicate with the drive gear when the wrist joint housing is coupled to the outer framework. 1. A remote arm of a manipulator comprising:a boom tube having a distal end, wherein the boom tube houses a mechanical communication chain; an outer framework rigidly coupled to the distal end of the boom tube,', 'an inner framework retained by the outer framework, wherein the inner framework is rotatable relative to the outer framework, and', 'a drive gear disposed in the inner framework, wherein the drive gear is in mechanical communication with the mechanical communication chain; and, 'a floating gearbox assembly coupled to the boom tube, the floating gearbox assembly comprisinga wrist joint having a wrist joint housing and an output gear disposed in the wrist joint housing, wherein the wrist joint housing is configured to detachably couple to the outer framework and the output gear is configured to mechanically communicate with the drive gear when the wrist joint housing is coupled to the outer framework.2. The remote arm of claim 1 , wherein the drive gear comprises an axle that is fixed to the inner framework.3. The remote arm of any of claim 1 , wherein the wrist joint housing defines a bayonet connector and the outer framework defines a mating ...

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Номер записи: 66
30-06-2016 дата публикации

ASEPTIC MANIPULATION SYSTEM AND OBJECT-INTRODUCING METHOD FOR ASEPTIC MANIPULATION SYSTEM

Номер: US20160184814A1
Автор: FUNAZUKA Takuya, Shomura Masaharu
Принадлежит: SHIBUYA CORPORATION

An aseptic manipulation system comprises first and second operation chambers, an aseptic manipulation chamber, and a control unit. The control unit controls the ventilation of the first operation chamber for more than a first specified number of times, after an object is introduced into the first operation chamber, and ventilate the second operation chamber for more than a second specified number of times that is greater than the first specified number of times, after the object is transferred into the second operation chamber from the first chamber. 1. An aseptic manipulation system , comprising:an aseptic manipulation chamber the inside of which is kept in an aseptic condition;a decontamination chamber provided for removing microbes adhering to an object introduced into the aseptic manipulation chamber from the outside thereof, the decontamination chamber having a first operation chamber provided with an inlet portion that can be closed, a second operation chamber connected to the first operation chamber and provided with an outlet portion that can be closed, a communication portion communicating between the first chamber and the second chamber and being able to close, an inlet portion closing mechanism for closing the inlet portion, an outlet portion closing mechanism for closing the outlet portion, and a communication portion closing mechanism for closing the communication portion;a first ventilation mechanism ventilating the inside of the first operation chamber;a second ventilation mechanism ventilating the inside of the second operation chamber; anda control unit monitoring the open-closed states of the inlet portion closing mechanism, the outlet portion closing mechanism, and the communication portion closing mechanism, the control unit controlling the operations of the first ventilation mechanism and the second ventilation mechanism;the control unit ventilating the inside of the first operation chamber with the first ventilation mechanism for more than a ...

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Номер записи: 67
30-06-2016 дата публикации

ARTICULATED ARM APPARATUS AND SYSTEM

Номер: US20160184986A1
Автор: GOLD Ross M., IMMERZEEL Jeroen, JOON Steve Sang, PROCYSHYN Christopher
Принадлежит:

A hermetically sealed multi-axis articulated arm apparatus for use within a sealable isolator chamber is disclosed. In one general aspect, it comprises a rotational shaft that passes through an opening in the chamber, a sealing member disposed within the chamber for sealing the shaft to an inner surface of the chamber, interconnected hermetically sealed arm segments operably attached to the linear motion shaft; an end effector operably attached to a terminal arm segment among the arm segments, and at least one fully enclosed drive system for driving and controlling the shaft and the arm segments. The rotational shaft can further be a linear motion shaft for which the sealing member is a bellows. The materials for the parts of the apparatus exposed to the atmosphere of the chamber can be compatible with an aseptic and cleanable environment and the surfaces of the arm segments can be shaped to avoid pooling of contaminants. 1. A hermetically sealed multi-axis articulated arm apparatus for use within a sealable isolator chamber , the apparatus comprising:a shaft having a rotational axis, wherein the shaft passes through an opening in the sealable isolator chamber and is configured to rotate around the axis; a mounting surface configured for mounting the sealing member on and hermetically sealing it to an inner surface of the sealable isolator chamber, wherein the mounting surface and the inner surface continuously surround the opening in the sealable isolator chamber,', 'a shaft sealing surface defined by the sealing member, which surrounds and seals the shaft,, 'a sealing member, includinga plurality of interconnected hermetically sealed arm segments, wherein one of the plurality of arm segments is a terminal arm segment, and one of the plurality of arm segments is a first arm segment operably attached to the linear motion shaft;an end effector attached to the terminal arm segment; andat least one drive system for driving and controlling the shaft and the plurality of ...

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Номер записи: 68
04-06-2020 дата публикации

ACCESS PORT HAVING A COVER

Номер: US20200171681A1
Автор: Copley Joseph David, II Steven Bruce, Williams
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A port assembly () is generally disclosed that has an annular port ring () configured for placement in a barrier wall (). The annular port ring () defines a port opening () extending from a first end () to a second end () and an annular sealing surface () about the port opening () on the second end (). A port cover () is mechanically coupleable to the annular port ring (). The port cover () defines an annular mating surface () configured to couple to the annular sealing surface () of the annular port ring (). A manually actuatable handle () is in mechanical communication with the port cover (). The handle () extends from the first end () of the annular port ring () away from the second end (). 1. A port assembly comprising:an annular port ring configured for placement in a barrier wall, the annular port ring defining a port opening extending from a first end to a second end and an annular sealing surface about the port opening on the second end;a port cover mechanically coupleable to the annular port ring, wherein the port cover defines an annular mating surface configured to couple to the annular sealing surface of the annular port ring; anda manually actuatable handle in mechanical communication with the port cover, where the handle extends from the first end of the annular port ring away from the second end.2. The port assembly of claim 1 , wherein the annular port ring defines an axle pathway from the first end to the second end and the handle comprises an axle disposed in the axle pathway claim 1 , wherein the axle is coupled to the port cover and the axle is rotatably disposed in the axle pathway.3. The port assembly of claim 2 , wherein the axle is linearly translatable along the axle pathway.4. The port assembly of claim 3 , wherein the handle further comprises a linearly compressible spring disposed in the axle pathway claim 3 , wherein the spring mechanically couples the handle and the annular port ring to bias the handle away from the second end.5. The ...

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Номер записи: 69
09-07-2015 дата публикации

Test disc, test system and method for testing the seal of a glove which is installed in a port of an isolator, a glove and an isolator for use with the test system

Номер: US20150192492A1
Автор: Christopher KEIL, Michael Keil
Принадлежит: Individual

A test system and a corresponding method for testing the seal of a glove which is installed in a port of an isolator, including a test disc which can be connected in a hermetically sealed fashion to the port. The glove and test disc define a sealed glove volume which can be placed under excess pressure. The test disc has a pressure-measuring device with a microprocessor and a memory for recording and storing a pressure profile in the glove volume and a data interface. The glove and port have identification elements which are read by a reading device of the test disc and information concerning the pressure profile along with the identities of the glove and port are transmitted wirelessly to an evaluation unit which estimates and records a residual period of use of the glove. A plurality of gloves in ports can be tested simultaneously.

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Номер записи: 70
07-07-2016 дата публикации

Gloveport assembly and method of replacing components

Номер: US20160193736A1
Автор: Isaac M. Giesen
Принадлежит: Delaware Capital Formation Inc

A replacement glove assembly is generally disclosed herein. The replacement glove assembly has a replacement access element defining an outermost shoulder end and an innermost hand end configured to receive a hand of a user. A replacement sealing assembly engages the outermost shoulder end of the replacement access element and defines a leading radial face defining a first coupling structure, a trailing radial face defining a second coupling structure, and an outer annular surface configured to be received by a glove port. A first glove cap has a first side and a second side opposite the first side. The first side defines a first mating structure sealably engaged with the first coupling structure of the leading radial face. The second side defines a second mating structure that is configured to sealably engage the second coupling structure of the trailing radial face of the replacement sealing assembly.

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Номер записи: 71
18-09-2014 дата публикации

Robot system and method for producing to-be-worked material

Номер: US20140277713A1
Автор: Dai Kouno, Ryoichi Nagai, Tamio Nakamura, Tetsuro Izumi
Принадлежит: Yaskawa Electric Corp

A robot system includes a first cell and a second cell. The first cell includes a first robot, a first controller, and a first casing. The first robot performs work on a to-be-worked material. The first controller controls the first robot. The first casing accommodates the first robot and the first controller. The second cell includes a second robot, a second controller, and a second casing. The second robot performs work on a to-be-worked material. The second controller controls the second robot. The second casing accommodates the second robot and the second controller. When the first casing and the second casing are connected to each other, the first controller and the second controller respectively control the first robot and the second robot to work in a common operation area, where a first movable area and a second movable area overlap.

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Номер записи: 72
06-07-2017 дата публикации

CLEANING APPARATUS

Номер: US20170189942A1
Автор: KAWAMORI Yoshiteru, MITSUE Toyoaki, SUMIYOSHI Toru
Принадлежит: SUGINO MACHINE LIMITED

To provide a cleaning apparatus which is flexibly adaptable to a wide variety of workpieces so as to improve productivity while being suitably adaptable to high-pressure cleaning so as to improve cleaning work efficiency. The cleaning apparatus for cleaning a workpiece W by jetting cleaning liquid from nozzles disposed in a cleaning region E includes: a moving device a feeding device that is disposed facing the cleaning region E to hold and move the workpiece W; a holding device that is disposed on the feeding device to hold the workpiece W; a moving device that movably supports the feeding device and a cover device that shields the moving device from the cleaning region E and allows the feeding device to pass therethrough. The feeding device moves the workpiece W to the cleaning region E for cleaning. 1. A cleaning apparatus for cleaning a workpiece by jetting cleaning liquid from nozzles disposed in a cleaning region , comprising:a moving device; a feed base;', 'a first rotary saddle disposed on a forward of the feed base, the first rotary saddle being rotatable about a first axis;', 'a second rotary saddle disposed on the first rotary saddle, the second rotary saddle being rotatable about a second axis in a direction different from the first axis; and', 'a holding device disposed on the feeding device and configured to hold the workpiece, the holding, device having a fluid pressure cylinder configured to hold the workpiece;', 'the moving device configured to movably support the feeding device;, 'a feeding device disposed on the moving device, the feeding device being disposed facing the cleaning region and configured to hold and move the workpiece, the feeding device including a first fluid supply rotary joint being disposed on the first rotary saddle, the first fluid supply rotary joint being rotatable about the first axis;', 'a second fluid supply rotary joint being disposed on the second rotary saddle, the second fluid supply rotary joint being rotatable about ...

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Номер записи: 73
12-07-2018 дата публикации

VEHICLE HAVING A DEVICE FOR PROCESSING FOOD

Номер: US20180194257A1
Автор: Eismann Joachim
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A motor vehicle () having a driver's position (), having a device () adjacent thereto for processing, in particular for assembling, food, and having an oven device () for heating foods is designed so that at least the device () for processing, in particular assembling, foods is arranged in a section () which is separate from the driver's position () and which has at least one access option () for the driver. 1. A motor vehicle having a driver's position , having a device adjacent thereto for processing , in particular for assembling , food , and having an oven device for heating food , wherein at least the device for processing , in particular for assembling , foods is arranged in a section separated from the driver's position and has at least one means of access for the driver.2. The motor vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the section is provided with means that enable processing by the driver without direct contact with the foods.3. The motor vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the section is separated from the driver's position by an especially at least sectionally transparent partition wall.4. The motor vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein reaching through the partition wall using gloves is possible.5. The motor vehicle according to claim 4 , wherein the partition wall is provided with at least one working glove installed in a sealed manner and extending into the section.6. The motor vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the section is provided with at least one robotics unit for processing foods and controllable from the outside.7. The motor vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the section is formed as a closed claim 1 , modular unit.8. The motor vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the section has its own ventilation device.9. The motor vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the section includes the oven device.10. The motor vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the section includes a spatially separated cooling device for storing foods claim 1 ...

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Номер записи: 74
02-10-2014 дата публикации

ISOLATOR SYSTEM

Номер: US20140290162A1
Автор: TANIMOTO Kazuhito
Принадлежит: SHIBUYA KOGYO CO., LTD.

An isolator system includes an isolator, a pass box, a clean booth, and a determination gas supply unit. The isolator includes a sterile operation area formed therein and a wearing entity for an operator to operate externally. The pass box is arranged for introducing an object into the sterile operation area. The clean booth, in which an operator can enter, encloses at least an external insertion port of the wearing entity arranged in the isolator and an object inlet port for introducing the object into the pass box, and includes a clean gas supply unit to supply clean gas to an internal space thereof. The decontamination gas supply unit supplies decontamination gas into the sterile operation area and the clean booth. The isolator, the pass box, and the clean booth are arranged in a building. An interior air pressure of the clean booth is maintained equal to or higher than an ambient air pressure in the building, but lower than an interior air pressure of the sterile operation area after the interiors of the sterile operation area and the clean booth are decontaminated with the decontamination gas. 1. An isolator system , comprising:an isolator in which a sterile operation area is arranged and which includes a wearing entity for an operator to operate externally;a pass box for transferring an object into the sterile operation area;a clean booth in which an operator can enter, which encloses at least an external insertion port of the wearing entity arranged in the isolator and an object inlet port for inserting the object into the pass box, and which includes a clean gas supply unit to supply clean air to an internal space thereof; anda decontamination gas supply unit which supplies decontamination gas into the sterile operation area and the clean booth,the isolator, the pass box, and the clean booth being arranged in a building, andan interior pressure of the clean booth is maintained equal to or higher than an environmental pressure in the building and to be lower ...

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Номер записи: 75
27-06-2019 дата публикации

ARTICULATED ARM APPARATUS AND SYSTEM

Номер: US20190193262A1
Автор: GOLD Ross M., IMMERZEEL Jeroen, PARK Steve Sang Joon, Procyshyn Christopher A.
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A hermetically sealed multi-axis articulated arm apparatus for use within a sealable isolator chamber comprises a rotational shaft that passes through an opening in the chamber, a sealing member disposed within the chamber for sealing the shaft to an inner surface of the chamber, a plurality of interconnected hermetically sealed arm segments, operably attached to the linear motion shaft; an end effector operably attached to a terminal arm segment among the plurality of arm segments, and at least one fully enclosed drive system for driving and controlling the shaft and the plurality of arm segments. The linear motion shaft may have a sealing member in the form of a bellows. The materials for the parts of the apparatus exposed to the atmosphere of the chamber are compatible with an aseptic and cleanable environment and the surfaces of the arm segments are shaped to avoid pooling of contaminants. 1. A hermetically sealed multi-axis articulated arm apparatus for use within a sealable isolator chamber , the apparatus comprising:a shaft having a rotational axis, wherein the shaft passes through an opening in the sealable isolator chamber and is configured to rotate around the axis and is configured to move linearly along the axis; a mounting surface configured for mounting the sealing member on and hermetically sealing it to an inner surface of the sealable isolator chamber, wherein the mounting surface and the inner surface continuously surround the opening in the sealable isolator chamber,', 'a shaft sealing surface defined by the sealing member, which surrounds and seals the shaft,, 'a sealing member, includinga plurality of interconnected hermetically sealed arm segments, wherein one of the plurality of arm segments is a terminal arm segment, and one of the plurality of arm segments is a first arm segment operably attached to the linear motion shaft;an end effector attached to the terminal arm segment; andat least one drive system for driving and controlling the shaft ...

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Номер записи: 76
27-06-2019 дата публикации

ASEPTIC WORK SYSTEM

Номер: US20190193287A1
Автор: NISHIMURA Tetsuya, TANIMOTO Kazuhito
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A main isolator (main aseptic device) includes a main connection part having an opening O through which a work space W is externally opened, and an internal opening and closing member configured to open and close an internal opening of the main connection part on the work space W side. A manual incubator (first auxiliary aseptic device) includes a first auxiliary connection part connectable with the main connection part of the main isolator and an automatic incubator and a housing container (second auxiliary aseptic devices) each include a second auxiliary connection part smaller than the first auxiliary connection part . In addition, an external blockage member configured to externally block the opening O of the main connection part is provided. 1. An aseptic work system in which a main aseptic device including inside an aseptically maintained work space is detachably provided with auxiliary aseptic devices each including an aseptically maintained internal space , and the work space of the main aseptic device and the internal spaces of the auxiliary aseptic devices are capable of being communicated with each other while being aseptically maintained , characterized in thatthe main aseptic device includes a main connection part having an opening through which the work space is externally opened, and an internal opening and closing member configured to open and close the opening of the main connection part in the work space,the auxiliary aseptic devices are a first auxiliary aseptic device including a first auxiliary connection part connectable with the main connection part of the main aseptic device, and a second auxiliary aseptic device including a second auxiliary connection part smaller than the first auxiliary connection part, andan external blockage member configured to externally block the opening of the main connection part is provided, and the external blockage member includes a connection opening part to which the second auxiliary connection part is ...

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Номер записи: 77
25-06-2020 дата публикации

Port assembly for permitting material transfer between contained systems

Номер: US20200200312A1
Автор: David M. Pray, Lee Fuller
Принадлежит: Closed Systems LLC

An illustrative port assembly includes a male port assembly including a male frame sub-assembly having first and second hinged male frame members rotatable about a first axis, the first and second hinged male frame members being sealable therebetween. A first transfer sleeve is attachable to the male port assembly and is configured to operably connect the male port assembly with a first volume. A female port assembly includes a female frame sub-assembly having first and second hinged female frame members rotatable about a second axis that is coaxially alignable with the first axis. The first and second hinged female frame members are sealable therebetween, and the female frame sub-assembly is sealable with the male frame sub-assembly. A second transfer sleeve is attachable to the female port assembly and is configured to operably connect the female port assembly with a second volume.

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Номер записи: 78
16-10-2014 дата публикации

INDUSTRIAL ROBOT

Номер: US20140305248A1
Автор: Fujiwara Masashi, Nakajima Hiroto, Shiba Masago, YAZAWA Takayuki
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The present application provides an industrial robot that can control the abrasion and damage of a bearing unit, and also control the deformation of an arm, even in the case of transferring a high-temperature transfer object in a vacuum. The industrial robot includes a bearing unit for supporting an arm at a joint section as a connection section between the arm and the main body. At the joint section, the arm has a first protrusion section protruding toward the main body, and meanwhile the main body has a first housing section in which a first hollow section for housing the first protrusion section is formed. The first protrusion section and the first housing section are formed of a material having higher thermal conductivity than the bearing unit has, and a semisolid thermally-conductive substance, having higher thermal conductivity than the bearing unit has, is placed in the first hollow section. Moreover, the main body includes; a heat radiator being formed of a material having higher thermal conductivity than the bearing unit has, and being positioned in the atmosphere; and a connecting section for connecting the first housing section and the heat radiator, the connecting section being formed of a material having higher thermal conductivity than the bearing unit has. 1. An industrial robot for transferring a transfer object in a vacuum , comprising:a hand structured to mount the transfer object;an arm to which the hand is connected at a top end of the arm;a main body to which a root end of the arm is connected so as to be rotatable; anda first bearing unit structured to support the arm to be rotatable, at a first joint section that works as a connection section between the arm and the main body;wherein, one of the arm and the main body has a first protrusion section that protrudes toward the other of the arm and the main body, at the first joint section;the other of the arm and the main body has a first housing section in which a first hollow section for housing ...

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Номер записи: 79
02-07-2020 дата публикации

CELL SORTER IN A SEALED SYSTEM UNDER CONTROLLED ATMOSPHERE

Номер: US20200206727A1
Автор: OLEARY Heather
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The present invention relates generally to an apparatus that is able to provide a sealed chamber system including a cell sorter, that allows for various oxygen tensions of choice to be maintained during cell harvest, sorting (and isolation of sub-populations of cells), analysis, etc. 1. A sealed chamber comprising: 'wherein the sealed chamber is a sealed system such that cells can be placed under consistent conditions such that cells can be sorted, obtained, and analyzed under consistent conditions.', 'at least one processing chamber, wherein one of the processing chambers includes a cell sorter, wherein the at least one processing chamber includes an extended glove front coupled to and extending from a front face of the at least one processing chamber, the extended glove front comprising a door coupled to the front face and a pair of gloves extending inwardly into the at least one processing chamber;'}2. The sealed chamber of claim 1 , wherein the at least one processing chamber includes one other processing chamber that includes a door hingedly coupled to a front face of the one other processing chamber claim 1 , the door further including a single glove in the door claim 1 , the single glove extending inwardly into the fourth processing chamber.3. The sealed chamber of claim 2 , further including at least one buffer module adjacent to the at least one processing chamber claim 2 , wherein the at least one buffer module includes a first buffer module and a second buffer module claim 2 , the first and second buffer modules are both adjacent to the at least one processing chamber.4. The sealed chamber of claim 3 , further including an incubator bank module adjacent to the at least one processing chamber claim 3 , wherein the incubator bank module is coupled to a controller claim 3 , wherein the controller manages the conditions within the at least one incubation chamber.5. The sealed chamber of claim 1 , wherein the extended glove front extends from the front face of ...

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Номер записи: 80
02-08-2018 дата публикации

Dynamically Controlling an Automated System

Номер: US20180217172A1
Автор: CARPENTER Evan, WEBSTER Dale
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Systems and methods for dynamic automation are provided. An automation module, for example, may receive at least one map template that is selectable by a user. Based on the map template, the automation module may dynamically generate a robot deck layout map and/or procedure and also generate a series of robotic commands for a robot. The robotic commands may then be passed to the robot to carry out the automation. Accordingly, the automation may be entirely dynamic, without the need for a user to pre-program or pre-assemble all of the robotic commands prior to the automation. The automation module may thus be able to build, in real-time and/or on the fly, the robotic commands based only on the at least one map template that was selected by the user. 1. A system for dynamic automation , the system comprising:a robotic apparatus having a robot and a robot deck; receive a first map template of a first microplate used for a first assay,', 'dynamically generate a plurality of robotic commands based on the received first map template, and', 'send the generated plurality of robotic commands to the robot of the robotic apparatus for performing the dynamic automation., 'at least one computing device for executing stored instructions to2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one computing device dynamically determines deck layout information for the robot deck based on the first map template claim 1 , the robot deck having one or more stations for conducting the first assay associated with the first microplate of the first map template.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the deck layout information includes one or more of: (i) what equipment is to be used for the dynamic automation at each of the one or more stations on the robot deck claim 2 , (ii) where the equipment is to be positioned at each of the one or more stations on the robot deck claim 2 , and (iii) calculations of one or more measurements associated with the equipment.4. The system of claim 2 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 81
09-08-2018 дата публикации

Robot system

Номер: US20180222041A1
Автор: Hiroyuki Miyano, Ichiro Aoyama, Makoto Ishida, Shintaro DOBASHI, Toru Igarashi, Yasuhiko Asano
Принадлежит: Seiko Epson Corp

A robot system includes a first robot and a second robot, and the second robot has a base, a shaft provided translationally along an axis direction of a first axis on the base, and an arm provided rotatably with respect to the shaft, and the first robot can perform work on a work object that can be carried by the second robot.

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Номер записи: 82
09-07-2020 дата публикации

METHOD FOR PROTECTING AND UNPROTECTING THE FLUID PATH IN A CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT ENCLOSURE

Номер: US20200215527A1
Автор: GOLD Ross M, IMMERZEEL Jeroen, PARK Steve Sang Joon, Procyshyn Christopher A.
Принадлежит:

A controlled environment enclosure comprises a robotic arm manipulation system used to protect and unprotect a fluid path within the controlled environment enclosure. The apparatus allows the fluid path to be protected against dangerous decontamination vapors and chemicals before the controlled environment enclosure is decontaminated, the method not requiring the use of gloves or other means that degrade the integrity of the controlled environment enclosure. The apparatus similarly allows the fluid path to be unprotected for use without the use of gloves, the method not requiring the use of gloves or other means that degrade the integrity of the controlled environment enclosure when decontaminated is completed. The apparatus and method allow for the protecting, unprotecting and decontaminating sequences to be automated 1. An apparatus for protection and unprotection of a fluid path within a controlled environment enclosure , comprising:a. a fluid path terminated by an end piece with removable sheath;b. a remotely operated manipulation system for protection and/or unprotection of the fluid path; andc. a removal station that includes a surface operative to interact with part of the sheath.2. The apparatus of wherein the remotely operated manipulation system includes a robotic arm manipulation system.3. The apparatus of wherein the remotely operated manipulation system includes a robot end tool including at least one surface that is shaped to hold the end piece.4. The apparatus of wherein the fluid path is a pre-sterilized unit.5. The apparatus of wherein the fluid path comprises a filter.6. The apparatus of wherein the filter is a sterile filter.7. The apparatus of wherein the fluid path is configured and arranged to convey an aseptic fluid.8. The apparatus of wherein the fluid path includes flexible tubing.9. The apparatus of wherein the fluid path includes means for transferring a fluid.10. The apparatus of wherein the means for transferring a fluid includes a pump. ...

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Номер записи: 83
19-08-2021 дата публикации

Systems and methods for cryogenic storage

Номер: US20210254879A1
Автор: Jeffry BAIRD, Ji-Wan KIM, Jin Seok Han, Jin-Oh Kim, Raphael KIM, Seung Wook NA, Soo-Mi CHUNG
Принадлежит: Celltrio Inc

The present disclosure provides cryogenic storage systems and methods of using the cryogenic storage systems. A cryogenic storage system of the present disclosure may comprise a cryogenic tank with an inner door and an outer door, and a robot apparatus located adjacent to the cryogenic tank. The cryogenic tank may store multiple racks such that at most a single rack is removable through the inner door or the outer door. The cryogenic tank may store the multiple racks in multiple groups of racks comprising a first group of racks located at a first radial distance and a second group of racks located at a second radial distance that is greater than the first radial distance. The robot apparatus may selectively open and close the inner or outer doors, and insert or withdraw the single rack into or out of the cryogenic tank through the inner door or the outer door.

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Номер записи: 84
16-08-2018 дата публикации

Portable Containment Device For Manipulating Organic and/or Chemical Substances, and Removable Containment Enclosure For Such A Device

Номер: US20180229229A1
Автор: Desmoort Cyril, Parzy Dominique, Parzy Sébastien
Принадлежит: K-Plan

The invention relates to a portable containment device for manipulating organic and/or chemical substances, which includes: 1. A portable containment device for manipulating organic and/or chemical substances , comprising:a transporting case including two half-cases connected by a hinged structure such as to be movable between a closed position, in which the half-cases are against one another and define a stowing space for at least the hinged structure, and an open position, in which the half-cases are spaced apart from one another by being maintained vertical by the hinged structure and in which the half-cases and the hinged structure form a supporting structure for a flexible containment enclosure,and a plastic, removable and flexible containment enclosure that is at least partially transparent, for forming a generally parallelepiped foldable isolation chamber provided with means for accessing the inside of the enclosure and with means for attachment to the supporting structure, the containment enclosure being adapted to remain fixed to the supporting structure, when it is collapsible inside the transporting case in a closed position, in such a way to be uncollapsed or popped up automatically when the transporting case is placed in an open position.2. A portable containment device according to the preceding claim , characterised in that the hinged structure comprises two foldable arms , which are each formulated on two half-cases , close to the two opposite corners and which each comprise two segments , connected to each other by a pivot joined to the means for holding in an uncollapsed position , the segments being substantially aligned.3. A portable containment device according to claim 1 , characterised in that it comprises at least four means for fixing the flexible containment enclosure n each half-case claim 1 , each fixing means being formed by a male or female part of a snap button claim 1 , additional to another snap button part held by the enclosure.4. A ...

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Номер записи: 85
27-08-2015 дата публикации

Installation comprising a glove box and a glove change device incorporating monitoring of the glove change

Номер: US20150243392A1
Автор: Bruno Fournier
Принадлежит: Getinge la Calhene SAS

Installation comprising at least one glove box ( 2 ) provided with a box ring ( 8 ) comprising an RFID chip ( 28 ), a glove change device ( 22 ) provided with an RFID reader ( 34 ) and an electronic board ( 36 ), a used glove ( 10 , comprising an RFID chip ( 32 ) in the box ring ( 8 ) and a new glove ( 110 ) comprising an RFID chip ( 132 ) in the glove change device ( 22 ) for the purposes of replacing the used glove ( 10 ), a computer ( 46 ) intended to gather and process the information read by the RFID reader ( 34 ) and stored temporarily in the electronic board ( 36 ).

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Номер записи: 86
16-08-2018 дата публикации

TESTING SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR TESTING THE SEAL OF A GLOVE WHICH IS INSTALLED IN THE PORT OF AN INSULATOR

Номер: US20180231433A1
Автор: Keil Christopher, Keil Michael
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A test system and a corresponding method for testing the seal of a glove which is installed in a port of an isolator, including a test disc which can be connected in a hermetically sealed fashion to the port. The glove and test disc define a sealed glove volume which can be placed under excess pressure. The test disc has a pressure-measuring device with a microprocessor and a memory for recording and storing a pressure profile in the glove volume and a data interface. The glove and port have identification elements which are read by a reading device of the test disc and information concerning the pressure profile along with the identities of the glove and port are transmitted wirelessly to an evaluation unit which estimates and records a residual period of use of the glove. A plurality of gloves in ports can be tested simultaneously. 11121111111119141115. Test system having at least one test disc ( , ′) , an isolator and an evaluation unit () for testing the seal of a glove , which is installed in a particular port of the isolator , wherein the test disc ( , ′) is connected to the port in a hermetically sealed manner , wherein the glove and the test disc ( , ′) define a glove volume , which is placed under excess pressure by the test disc ( , ′) , wherein the test disc ( , ′) has a pressure-measuring device with a microprocessor () and a memory for recording and storing a glove volurrie pressure profile and a data interface () , wherein the test disc ( , ′) is configured by means of a reading device () to determine both the identity of the glove by reading a first identification element , which is arranged on the glove , and the identity of the port by reading a second identification element , which is arranged on the port.2221222. Test system according to claim 1 , further including a radially-expanding sealing device ( claim 1 , ′) and a first micro-air pump () to expand the sealing device ( claim 1 , ′).3136. Test system according to claim 2 , further including a ...

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Номер записи: 87
25-07-2019 дата публикации

ISOLATOR SYSTEM

Номер: US20190224859A1
Автор: Hashimoto Yasuhiko, HIRATA Kazunori
Принадлежит: KAWASAKI JUKOGYO KABUSHIKI KAISHA

A workspace isolated from an exterior space by a partition, a glove provided to the partition so that an external surface thereof is exposed to the workspace and an internal surface thereof communicates with the exterior space, and a robot configured to insert an arm into the glove and perform a work in the workspace. The glove includes, at a tip-end part thereof, an operating part provided inside the glove, and a hand part provided so as to be exposed to the workspace. 1. An isolator system , comprising:a workspace isolated from an exterior space by a partition;a glove provided to the partition so that an external surface thereof is exposed to the workspace and an internal surface thereof communicates with the exterior space; anda robot configured to insert an arm into the glove and perform a work in the workspace,wherein the glove includes, at a tip-end part thereof, an operating part provided inside the glove, and a hand part provided so as to be exposed to the workspace.2. An isolator system , comprising:a workspace isolated from an exterior space by a partition;a glove provided to the partition so that an external surface thereof is exposed to the workspace and an internal surface thereof communicates with the exterior space; anda robot configured to insert an arm into the glove and perform a work in the workspace,wherein a tip-end part of the glove is formed so as to conform to the shape of the tip-end part of the arm of the robot.3. The isolator system of claim 1 , wherein when a base-end part of the glove contracts claim 1 , the tip-end part of the glove is positioned at a given position.4. The isolator system of claim 1 , wherein a base-end part of the glove is formed in a bellows shape that is extendable and contractable.5. The isolator system of claim 1 , further comprising a glove holding member disposed inside the glove and having a plurality of rods and spherical joints connecting the rods claim 1 , the rod being formed in a telescopic manner.6. The ...

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Номер записи: 88
17-08-2017 дата публикации

TEST DISC, TEST SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR TESTING THE SEAL OF A GLOVE WHICH IS INSTALLED IN A PORT OF AN ISOLATOR, A GLOVE AND AN ISOLATOR FOR USE WITH THE TEST SYSTEM

Номер: US20170234760A1
Автор: Keil Christopher, Keil Michael
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A test system and a corresponding method for testing the seal of a glove which is installed in a port of an isolator, including a test disc which can be connected in a hermetically sealed fashion to the port. The glove and test disc define a sealed glove volume which can be placed under excess pressure. The test disc has a pressure-measuring device with a microprocessor and a memory for recording and storing a pressure profile in the glove volume and a data interface. The glove and port have identification elements which are read by a reading device of the test disc and information concerning the pressure profile along with the identities of the glove and port are transmitted wirelessly to an evaluation unit which estimates and records a residual period of use of the glove. A plurality of gloves in ports can be tested simultaneously. 1. A method for testing the seal of a glove which is installed in a particular port of an isolator , comprising:providing a test disc having a seal for connecting to the port in a hermetically sealed fashion, the test disc having a pressure-measuring device, a microprocessor, a memory and a data interface for transmission of information, the test disc further including a reading device configured to determine an identity of the particular isolator port;sealing an open end of a glove between the test disc and port so as to define an internal glove volume, the glove having a first identification element;placing the glove volume under excess pressure;measuring the glove volume pressure with the pressure-measuring device of the test disc;recording and storing a glove volume pressure profile with the microprocessor and memory;reading the first identification element of the glove with the reading device of the test disc to determine a glove identity; andstoring both the identity of the glove and the identity of the particular isolator port in the memory.2. The method of claim 1 , further including measuring the glove volume pressure over a ...

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Номер записи: 89
23-08-2018 дата публикации

CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT PROCESSING APPARATUS AND METHOD

Номер: US20180236672A1
Автор: SCOTCHMER Nigel
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A glove box has an enclosure having a glass window top and gloves mounted to the front wall. The enclosure can be tilted to so that one or other, or both, of the work piece and the window can be placed at an angle such as may facilitate processing. The glove box has an environmental control system to both to permit flushing with inert or other desired gases, and to permit heating or cooling. The workstand may have cooling passages as well. Controls are mounted inside the enclosure chamber to permit the operator to change working parameters without removing his or her hands from the gloves. A parameter status display may be located outside the enclosure. The window may be provided with a movable smoked glass filter for use during welding. The workstand may be independently adjustable for angle within the enclosure. The glove box has electrical and cooling service penetrations to permit use of a welding electrode. 1. A glove box comprising:an enclosure having a working chamber defined therewithin;said enclosure having a viewing portion;said enclosure having at least one gauntlet extending into the working chamber;piping operable to permit a selected atmosphere to be established within said chamber;an access by which to introduce a work-piece into said chamber; andsaid enclosure having an angular adjustment by which to tilt at least one of said gauntlet and said viewing portion.2. The glove box of wherein said access include an environmental lock antechamber.3. The glove box of wherein said environmental lock antechamber has piping to permit said antechamber to be flushed and charged with gases independently of said chamber.4. The glove box of wherein said glove box has at least a first parameter read out display claim 1 , said read-out display being located outside said chamber.5. The glove box of wherein a seat is mounted within said chamber in which to accommodate the work-piece.6. The glove box of in which said enclosure is angularly adjustable relative to said ...

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Номер записи: 90
09-09-2021 дата публикации

Arrangement for the Contamination-Free Introduction of a Sterile Object from a Container into a Containment and Method Therefor

Номер: US20210275709A1
Автор: Landes Robert, Muller Mathieu, Sprecher Kathrin, Zeller Mike
Принадлежит: Pharma Integration S.R.L.

The arrangement for the contamination-free introduction of a sterile object () from a vessel (), which has been closed by means of a semipermeable cover (), into a working chamber (), which is surrounded by a wall (), of a containment () firstly comprises a portal unit () having an access flange () which is arranged in the wall () and which forms a passage () from the outside into the working chamber (), and a door () which sealingly closes the passage () and which, in order to be opened, can be moved into the working chamber (). The arrangement furthermore comprises a vessel receptacle () having a repository () for holding a vessel () that has been introduced into the vessel receptacle (), an opening for the introduction of the vessel () into the repository (), and a flange () for interacting with the access flange (). The arrangement furthermore includes a decontamination unit () which is designed to, when the door () has been closed, the vessel receptacle () has been docked to the access flange () and the vessel () has been stored in the vessel receptacle (), decontaminate an outer surface, facing toward the door (), of the cover (). Based on this arrangement, a method for introduction is also disclosed. 1322390919. An arrangement for the contamination-free introduction of a sterile object () from a vessel () , which has been closed by means of a semipermeable cover () , into a working chamber () , which is surrounded by a wall () , of a containment () comprising:{'b': '7', 'a) a portal unit () having{'b': 71', '91', '75', '90, 'aa) an access flange () which is arranged in the wall () and which forms a passage () from the outside into the working chamber (); and'}{'b': 5', '75', '90, 'ab) a door () which sealingly closes the passage () and which, in order to be opened, can be moved into the working chamber (); and'}{'b': '6', 'b) a vessel receptacle () having{'b': 60', '2', '6, 'ba) a repository () for holding a vessel () that has been introduced into the vessel ...

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Номер записи: 91
09-09-2021 дата публикации

Methods, systems and apparatus for remote diagnostics and control of robot

Номер: US20210278126A1
Автор: Mostafa Ghobadi
Принадлежит: Intunes Products LLC

A cabinet for consumer goods includes a cabinet housing and a rack system disposed within the cabinet housing. The rack system defines a plurality of discrete locations, with each respective location configured to hold and display a respective consumer good therein. A multi-axis robotic arm may selectively engage each respective location of the plurality of discrete locations to either insert or extract a respective consumer good. A user control interface is in operational communication with the multi-axis robotic arm so that a user can control the multi-axis robotic arm to selectively insert or extract one or more of the consumer goods from its respective location. An access door is located within the cabinet housing and is movable between an open position and a closed position. The selectively extracted consumer good is retrievable from the cabinet housing when the access door is in the open position.

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Номер записи: 92
31-08-2017 дата публикации

MATERIAL TRANSFER STATION

Номер: US20170247204A1
Автор: Herrmann Robert, Rocke Galen, Schwind Tim
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According to embodiments of the present invention, a material transfer station provides a base frame equipped with a table member, a container tipper, an operator interface, and a connection to a power source. In operation, a destination container is positioned beneath the table member, and the container tipper holds a supply container. Solid matter may be conveyed from the supply container into the destination container through an opening in the table member. Modules may be attached to provide additional functionality, such as a receiving module, a containment module, a vibratory screener, a flexible film isolator, and a nitrogen purge system. 1. A system comprising:{'b': 100', '110', '120', '140, 'a base frame comprising a table member , a base member , and an operator interface ; and'}{'b': 160', '100', '161', '164', '165, 'a container tipper secured to the base frame , comprising a cradle , a pivoting arm , and a powered actuator ;'}{'b': 110', '120', '112, 'wherein the table member is suspended by the base member over a clearance ;'}{'b': 111', '110', '112, 'wherein an opening through the table member opens over the clearance ;'}{'b': 165', '161', '164', '161', '164, 'wherein the powered actuator is configured to shift the cradle to an uptilted position by elevating the pivoting arm , and to shift the cradle to an upright position by lowering the pivoting arm ; and'}{'b': 140', '165', '165', '164, 'wherein the operator interface provides a control manipulable to send a command signal to the powered actuator causing the powered actuator to raise the pivoting arm ; and'}{'b': 140', '165', '165', '164, 'wherein the operator interface provides a control manipulable to send a command signal to the powered actuator causing the powered actuator to lower the pivoting arm .'}2161164. The system of claim 1 , wherein the cradle is slidable along a length of the pivoting arm .3300100112. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a receiving module attached to the base ...

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Номер записи: 93
08-08-2019 дата публикации

GERM-FREE GLOVE BOX

Номер: US20190240848A1
Автор: FUJI Toshimitsu, Gomi Hisashi, ONISHI Takumi, SAEKI Toru, Shiraiwa Hirotsugu, TAKEUCHI Haruki, UDA Hiroyuki, Yamada Takayuki, YAMAMOTO Norihiko
Принадлежит: SINFONIA TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.

A germ-free glove box includes: a housing in which a germ-free space is formed, the housing including a connector to which a container housing an object is connected; and a glove provided at a front plate of the housing to allow an operating personnel to perform an operation in the germ-free space from the outside of the housing. In this germ-free glove box, the connector is provided on an upper plate of the housing. In the germ-free glove box outside spaces beside the box are effectively utilized, and a large working space is secured at around the bottom surface of a germ-free space. 1. A germ-free glove box comprising:a housing in which a germ-free space is formed, the housing having a connector to which a container housing an object is connected; anda glove which is provided at a front plate of the housing to allow an operating personnel to perform an operation in the germ-free space from the outside of the housing,the connector being provided on an upper plate of the housing.2. The germ-free glove box according to claim 1 , further comprising:a lifting mechanism configured to move up or down a bottom lid of the container together with the object; andoperation units which are provided in the germ-free space to drive the lifting mechanism,the lifting mechanism becoming drivable when at least two of the operation units are simultaneously operated.3. The germ-free glove box according to claim 2 , wherein claim 2 ,an introduction portion is formed in a side plate of the housing to introduce cleaned gas into the germ-free space, andthe operation units are disposed not to overlap a locus of the object moving up or down, when viewed from a side.4. The germ-free glove box according to claim 2 , wherein claim 2 , the operation units are disposed on a ceiling surface of the germ-free space.5. The germ-free glove box according to claim 2 , wherein claim 2 , the operation units are provided on the front plate side as compared to the connector.6. The germ-free glove box ...

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Номер записи: 94
30-07-2020 дата публикации

CONTAINER HANDLING SYSTEM

Номер: US20200239172A1
Автор: BRIKMANN Max
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The present disclosure relates to a container treatment system for the treatment of containers, such as bottles, in the beverage processing industry, comprising a clean room and a container treatment machine arranged therein with at least one exchangeable component, where the container treatment system comprises a robot which is arranged in the clean room and is designed to exchange said exchangeable component, and a corresponding method. 1. A container treatment system for the treatment of containers , in the beverage processing industry , comprising:a clean room and a container treatment machine arranged therein with at least one exchangeable component, wherein said container treatment system comprises a robot which is arranged in said clean room and is designed to exchange said exchangeable component.2. The container treatment system of claim 1 , wherein said robot comprises a robotic arm which is fixedly mounted in said clean room or is arranged movable along a guide arranged in said clean room.3. The container treatment system of claim 2 , where said guide and a part of said robot form a linear drive.4. The container treatment system of claim 1 , where a magazine for the storage of exchangeable components is arranged in said clean room and said robot is designed to remove one of said exchangeable components from said magazine and attach it to said container treatment machine and to remove an exchangeable component attached to said container treatment machine from the latter and supply it to said magazine.5102. The container treatment system of claim 1 , where a lock claim 1 , into which an exchangeable component is inserted from outside said clean room claim 1 , is provided in the wall of said clean room claim 1 , where said robot () is designed to remove said exchangeable component from said lock and attach it to said container treatment machine and remove an exchangeable component attached to said container treatment machine from the latter and supply it to ...

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Номер записи: 95
08-08-2019 дата публикации

Auto-navigating robotic processing vehicle

Номер: US20190242916A1
Автор: Louis Guarracina, Ulysses Gilchrist
Принадлежит: HighRes Biosolutions Inc

An auto-navigating robotic processing vehicle including a carriage having a frame, an autonomous drive section configured to traverse the carriage effecting vehicle travel on a facility floor, and having an autonomous navigation section to effect autonomous navigation vehicle travel, a processing section with different processing modules connected to and carried by the frame, each of the different processing modules having a different predetermined laboratory processing function with a different predetermined function characteristic corresponding to the processing module and being automatically selectable to effect a preprocess or preprocess condition of laboratory samples and/or sample holders with respect to a process at a processing station, and a controller automatically selects at least one processing module and the corresponding predetermined function of the selected processing module effecting automatically the preprocess or preprocess condition based on an identification of a travel location for the vehicle and the process of the at the processing station.

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Номер записи: 96
07-09-2017 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR TREATING OBJECTS

Номер: US20170252767A1
Автор: Friedel Michael
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A device for treating objects, wherein a gap is formed between two wall sections of a treatment chamber. At least one respective component of at least one first and one second working device which can move along the gap, extends from an outer region outside of the treatment chamber through the gap into the treatment chamber. A covering assembly seals the gap in the wall of the treatment chamber, apart from a first through opening and a second through opening, through which the component of the first working device or the component of the second working device extend, and which follow a movement of the component of the first working device or the component of the second working device along the gap. A covering band running on the gap is secured to a first and to a second securing side of the first working device, said first and second securing sides facing one another in the longitudinal direction of the gap. A diverting device, directs the covering band from the first securing side to the second securing side of the first working device, and also from the first securing side of the first working device to the second working device, where it is lifted away from the gap using a lifting device and directed past the second working device. 1. A device for treating objects comprising:a) a treatment chamber, which has at least one wall having a first wall section and having a second wall section, wherein a gap extending in the at least one wall is formed between the first and second wall sections;b) at least one first and one second working unit which each comprise at least one component which extends from an outer region outside the treatment chamber through the gap into the treatment chamber, wherein the at least one first and second working units can be moved along the gap; ca) a first through opening, through which the at least one component of the at least one first working unit extends and which follows a movement of the at least one component of the at least one ...

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Номер записи: 97
06-09-2018 дата публикации

HANDLING DEVICE FOR AN APPARATUS FOR THE ADDITIVE MANUFACTURE OF THREE-DIMENSIONAL OBJECTS

Номер: US20180250835A1
Автор: SCHÖDEL Frank, STAMMBERGER Jens
Принадлежит: CL SCHUTZRECHTSVERWALTUNGS GMBH

Handling device for an apparatus for the additive manufacture of three-dimensional objects, which handling device is equipped to handle an additively manufactured three-dimensional object, comprising: a handling chamber, which comprises a handling chamber interior delimited by one or more handling chamber walls, wherein at least one handling chamber wall comprises an access opening allowing access, in particular for a user, into the handling chamber interior, wherein the at least one access opening is openable and closable via a thereto assigned sliding-door-like closure element, which is mounted such that it is slidingly movable in a vertical direction between an open setting, in which the sliding-door-like closure element opens up the at least one access opening, and a closed setting, in which the sliding-door-like closure element closes off the access opening, relative to the handling chamber wall comprising the access opening. 111. Handling device () for an apparatus for the additive manufacture of three-dimensional objects , which handling device () is equipped to handle an additively manufactured three-dimensional object , comprising:{'b': 2', '4', '3, 'a handling chamber (), which comprises a handling chamber interior () delimited by one or more handling chamber walls (), wherein'}{'b': 3', '5', '4', '5', '6', '6', '5', '6', '5', '3', '5, 'at least one handling chamber wall () comprises an access opening () allowing access, in particular for a user, into the handling chamber interior (), characterized in that the at least one access opening () is openable and closable via a thereto assigned sliding-door-like closure element (), which is mounted such that it is slidingly movable in a vertical direction between an open setting, in which the sliding-door-like closure element () opens up the at least one access opening (), and a closed setting, in which the sliding-door-like closure element () closes off the access opening (), relative to the handling chamber ...

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Номер записи: 98
14-09-2017 дата публикации

POD REPAIR UNIT

Номер: US20170259438A1
Автор: BIHANNIC Didier
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Disclosed is a repair unit () for a pod (), especially a laser designation pod, including: a transportable casing (); a bubble () attached to the casing (), having a retracted state and a deployed state, the bubble () including an opening () for inserting part of a pod () and at least two projections forming tubes () for the hands of an operator, each tube () opening up in the bubble (); and a gas supply device () for switching the bubble () front the retracted state to the deployed state. The casing () and the bubble () define an inner space sealed from outside pollutants in both the retracted state and in the deployed state. 110-. (canceled)11. A repair unit for a pod , comprising:a transportable casing,a bubble attached on to the casing, the bubble having a retracted state and a deployed state, the bubble comprising an insertion opening for inserting a part of a pod and at least two projections forming through-passage tubes for the hands of an operator, each tube opening out into the bubble,a gas supply device capable of switching the bubble from the retracted state into the deployed state,the casing and the bubble delimiting an interior space that is sealed against exterior contaminants both in the retracted state and in the deployed state, each tube comprising elastics, the elastics being capable of tightly gripping the arms of an operator when the hands of the said operator are introduced into the bubble.12. A repair unit according to claim 11 , wherein the casing comprises an air lock drawer capable of enabling the introduction of elements into the casing without contaminating the interior space.13. A repair unit according to claim 11 , wherein the bubble is made out of a flexible and transparent material.14. A repair unit according to claim 11 , wherein there is an even number of tubes and each tube is positioned diametrically opposite to another tube of the bubble.15. A repair unit according to claim 11 , comprising a pressure switch connected on the one ...

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Номер записи: 99
22-08-2019 дата публикации

Working device and double-arm type working device

Номер: US20190255699A1
Автор: Hiroshi Isobe, Hiroyuki Yamada, Kenzou NOSE, Naoki Marui
Принадлежит: NTN Corp

A working device includes: a linear motion unit having three degrees of freedom and obtained by combining three linear motion actuators; and a rotary unit having three degrees of freedom and obtained by combining a plurality of rotating mechanisms each having one or more rotational degrees of freedom. The linear motion unit is mounted on a mount such that a base portion of the linear motion unit is fixed to the mount. A base portion of the rotary unit is fixedly mounted on an output portion of the linear motion unit. End effectors are mounted on both the output portion of the linear motion unit and an output portion of the rotary unit.

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Номер записи: 100