摘要:
A system for pumping or mixing a fluid using a levitating, rotating pumping or mixing element and various other components for use in a pumping or mixing system as disclosed. The pumping or mixing element is placed in a fluid-containing vessel in close proximity to a superconducting element. A cooling source thermally linked to the superconducting element provides the necessary cooking to induce levitation in the pumping or mixing element. The superconducting element may be thermally isolated, such that the pumping or mixing element, the vessel, and any fluid contained therein are not exposed to the cold temperatures required to produce the desired superconductive effects and the resulting levitation. By using means external to the vessel to rotate and/or stabilize the pumping or mixing element levitating in the fluid, including possibly rotating the superconducting element itself or moving it relative to the vessel, the desired effective pumping or mixing action may be provided.
摘要:
A vessel (10) in which a fluid is received and agitated using an internal fluid-agitating element driven by an external motive device (24) is disclosed. In one aspect, the vessel is a bag including a first receiver (16) for receiving and holding a fluid-agitating element (18) at a home location. The first receiver may be in the form of an inwardly projecting post (20) having an oversized portion for capturing the fluid-agitating element. Use of this feature in completely rigid vessels where the fluid-agitating element is free of direct attachment from a first receiver having an oversized portion is also disclosed. In another aspect, the vessel or bag further includes a second receiver (26) for receiving a portion of an external structure, such as a motive device, and aligning the vessel relative thereto.
摘要:
Bioprocessing vessel intended for receiving a fluid, comprising a bag (10) capable of receiving and holding the fluid, the bag having a rigid receiver (200) facing an interior, and an at least translucent tube (G) having a closed end for insertion through the receiver and in communication with the interior.
摘要:
An apparatus for integrity testing a first container having a flexible body at least partially defining a first interior chamber using a second container having a second, preferably sterilized interior chamber at least partially filled with a detectable gas. A sensor associated with a detection chamber for receiving the flexible container, and possibly the second container as well, senses the presence of the detectable gas external to the first interior chamber in the event of a leak of the detectable gas therefrom. Related methods also involve integrity testing of fluid processing bags and other types of flexible containers.
摘要:
A bioreactor and related methods are for use in bioprocessing in which a fluid is received and agitated using an internal fluid-agitating element driven by an external motive device. In one embodiment, the bioreactor includes a mixer and a movable sparger. The mixer may take the form of a rotational wand mixer, and may further comprise a magnetic impeller. In another embodiment, the bioreactor includes a rotational wand mixer and an integral sparger. In still another embodiment, the bioreactor comprises a bag including a rotational wand mixer having rigid blades attached thereto.
摘要:
A kit for assisting in the set-up of a fluid pumping or mixing system including a superconducting element capable of reaching a transition temperature during a field cooling process is disclosed. In one embodiment, the kit comprises at least one pumping or mixing element including a levitation magnet and at least one charging magnet substantially corresponding in size, shape, and magnetic field distribution to the levitation magnet. The presence of the charging magnet adjacent the superconducting element during the field cooling process enables stable levitation of the pumping or mixing element, including when in a fluid-filled vessel positioned adjacent the superconducting element.
摘要:
A kit for assisting in the set-up of a fluid pumping or mixing system including a superconducting element capable of reaching a transition temperature during a field cooling process is disclosed. In one embodiment, the kit comprises at least one pumping or mixing element including a levitation magnet and at least one charging magnet substantially corresponding in size, shape, and magnetic field distribution to the levitation magnet. The presence of the charging magnet adjacent the superconducting element during the field cooling process enables stable levitation of the pumping or mixing element, including when in a fluid-filled vessel positioned adjacent the superconducting element.
摘要:
An apparatus detects a leak of an electrically conductive fluid from a disposable plastic bag used in mixing applications, such as during bioprocessing in a sterile environment. In one embodiment, the bag is associated with a sensor for detecting a leak from an interior compartment. The sensor may be arranged to detect either a leak internal to the at least two material layers of the bag or external to the outer layer, or both. Related methods are also disclosed.
摘要:
A mixing bag (12) usable in chemical and bioprocessing procedures that is hermetically sealed about a tube (14) that is closed within the bag but extends out through a seal (18) and adapted to receive a rotatable rigid rod (16) of a predetermined shape for mixing the materials in the bag (12). After the mixing is completed the rod (16) can be removed from the tube (14) within the bag (12), and the bag (12) along with other components including the tube (14) and spacers 22 can be moved for further processing as desired. The bag (12) along with the tube (14) can be discarded once processing has been completed while rod 16 can be used again.
摘要:
In a vessel, such as a flexible bag, a fluid is received and agitated using an internal fluid-agitating element driven by an external motive device and supported by a bearing, such as a roller bearing. The bearing may comprise a thrust bearing having at least one race fabricated of polyvinylidene fluoride and a plurality of associated rollers, preferably comprising a ceramic material, such as silicon nitride. Experiments show beneficial results in terms of particle generation when this particular combination of materials is used in the context of agitating fluids, and benefits as well when different materials are used to form the rollers.