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公开(公告)号：US20200333364A1
公开(公告)日：2020-10-22
申请号：US16917523
申请日：2020-06-30
Applicant: Brooks Automation, Inc.
Inventor： Robert K. Neeper , Rhett L. Affleck , John E. Lillig
IPC: G01N35/00
Abstract: An automated storage system for storing large quantities of samples in trays includes a storage compartment, a tray shuttle compartment abutting the storage compartment on one side and a plurality of independent modules on the other side. The modules perform processing of samples that are retrieved from the storage compartment by a tray shuttle, including extraction of selected samples from retrieved source trays and transfer of the selected samples into a separate, destination tray that can be further processed or removed from the system for use. The independent operation of the modules permits handling and processing to be performed simultaneously by different modules while the tray shuttle accesses additional samples within the storage compartment. In one embodiment, a vertical carousel is used to vertically align a desired tray with the tray shuttle, while the tray shuttle operates within a horizontal plane.
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公开(公告)号：US10697987B2
公开(公告)日：2020-06-30
申请号：US15647091
申请日：2017-07-11
Applicant: Brooks Automation, Inc.
Inventor： Robert K. Neeper , Rhett L. Affleck , John E. Lillig
IPC: G01N35/00
Abstract: An automated storage system for storing large quantities of samples in trays includes a storage compartment, a tray shuttle compartment abutting the storage compartment on one side and a plurality of independent modules on the other side. The modules perform processing of samples that are retrieved from the storage compartment by a tray shuttle, including extraction of selected samples from retrieved source trays and transfer of the selected samples into a separate, destination tray that can be further processed or removed from the system for use. The independent operation of the modules permits handling and processing to be performed simultaneously by different modules while the tray shuttle accesses additional samples within the storage compartment. In one embodiment, a vertical carousel is used to vertically align a desired tray with the tray shuttle, while the tray shuttle operates within a horizontal plane.
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公开(公告)号：US20140367051A1
公开(公告)日：2014-12-18
申请号：US14316414
申请日：2014-06-26
Applicant: BROOKS AUTOMATION, INC.
Inventor： Robert K. Neeper , Rhett L. Affleck , Roger Howard
CPC classification number: B01L9/00 , B01L99/00 , B29C63/0013 , B32B38/10 , B32B43/006 , B67B7/00 , Y10T156/1168 , Y10T156/1174 , Y10T156/19 , Y10T156/195 , Y10T156/1956 , Y10T156/1978 , Y10T156/1989
Abstract: A container or array of containers that is are sealed with a peelable seal is transported via a conveyor along a processing path toward a desealing station at which an adhesive surface having a width substantially the same as or greater than the width of the seal is pressed against the upper surface of the peelable seal. A collection rod applies a downward pressure on the adhesive surface, pressing it against the seal and keeping the container or container array in position on the conveyor as the plate moves with the conveyor. As the leading edge of the seal passes the collection rod, the adhesive surface is rolled upward, away from the plane of the seal, pulling up on the leading edge of the seal to separate it from the container or container array while the container or container array is held down by the roller. The removed seal is then discarded.
Abstract translation: 用可剥离密封件密封的容器或容器阵列通过输送机沿着处理路径被输送到一个吸引站，在该站处，具有基本上等于或大于密封件的宽度的宽度的粘合剂表面被压紧 可剥离密封件的上表面。 收集杆在粘合剂表面上施加向下的压力，当压板随着输送机移动时，将其压靠在密封件上并将容器或容器阵列保持在输送机上的适当位置。 当密封件的前缘通过收集杆时，粘合剂表面向上滚动，远离密封件的平面，在密封件的前缘上拉起，以将其与容器或容器阵列分开，同时容器或容器 阵列被滚筒压住。 然后将去除的密封件丢弃。
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公开(公告)号：US10101352B2
公开(公告)日：2018-10-16
申请号：US15496989
申请日：2017-04-25
Applicant: Brooks Automation, Inc.
Inventor： Mark Borodkin , David Mejia , Werner Willemse , Robert K. Neeper
Abstract: An apparatus includes a frame configured to hold sample holders in an array, a longitudinal axis of the sample holder extending outward of an array plane; a drive section connected to the frame; at least one transfer arm rotatably connected to the drive section so that each transfer arm rotates about a rotation axis oriented substantially parallel with the longitudinal axis and includes a sample holder gripper; and at least one push member movably connected to the drive section and being distinct from the sample holder gripper and configured for linear movement along the longitudinal axis, the at least one push member being configured so that engagement with at least a bottom or top surface of the sample holder effects longitudinal translation of the sample holder for one or more of capture and release of the sample holder by the respective transfer arm in the longitudinal direction.
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公开(公告)号：US09895695B2
公开(公告)日：2018-02-20
申请号：US14316414
申请日：2014-06-26
Applicant: Brooks Automation, Inc.
Inventor： Robert K. Neeper , Rhett L. Affleck , Roger Howard
CPC classification number: B01L9/00 , B01L99/00 , B29C63/0013 , B32B38/10 , B32B43/006 , B67B7/00 , Y10T156/1168 , Y10T156/1174 , Y10T156/19 , Y10T156/195 , Y10T156/1956 , Y10T156/1978 , Y10T156/1989
Abstract: A container or array of containers that is are sealed with a peelable seal is transported via a conveyor along a processing path toward a desealing station at which an adhesive surface having a width substantially the same as or greater than the width of the seal is pressed against the upper surface of the peelable seal. A collection rod applies a downward pressure on the adhesive surface, pressing it against the seal and keeping the container or container array in position on the conveyor as the plate moves with the conveyor. As the leading edge of the seal passes the collection rod, the adhesive surface is rolled upward, away from the plane of the seal, pulling up on the leading edge of the seal to separate it from the container or container array while the container or container array is held down by the roller. The removed seal is then discarded.
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公开(公告)号：US20150204598A1
公开(公告)日：2015-07-23
申请号：US14600751
申请日：2015-01-20
Applicant: Brooks Automation, Inc.
Inventor： Rhett L. Affleck , Anthony C. Bonora , Etienne P. Croquette , Robert K. Neeper
CPC classification number: F25D3/107 , A01N1/0257 , B65B3/003 , F25D23/02 , F25D29/001 , G01F23/22 , G01N35/0099 , G01N2035/00435 , G01N2035/00445 , G05B15/02 , G05D1/021
Abstract: A portable cryogenic workstation includes a housing having an internal cavity configured to hold one or more samples, a lid for sealing the internal cavity such that the portable cryogenic workstation is configured for transporting samples between about room temperature environments to about ultra-cold environments, at least one automation interface disposed on one or more of the housing and lid and configured for engagement with automated handling equipment, and a process data capture unit coupled to the housing and configured to capture process or ephemeral data corresponding to a predetermined processing characteristic(s) of at least one of the samples coincident with presence inside the portable cryogenic workstation.
Abstract translation: 便携式低温工作站包括具有被配置为容纳一个或多个样品的内部空腔的壳体，用于密封内部空腔的盖，使得便携式低温工作站被配置为将样品在约室温环境之间运送到大约超低温环境 至少一个自动化界面，其布置在所述壳体和盖中的一个或多个上并被配置为与自动化处理设备接合;以及过程数据捕获单元，其耦合到所述壳体并被配置为捕获对应于预定处理特性的过程或临时数据， 的至少一个样品与便携式低温工作站内的存在一致。
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公开(公告)号：US20170370955A1
公开(公告)日：2017-12-28
申请号：US15647091
申请日：2017-07-11
Applicant: Brooks Automation, Inc.
Inventor： Robert K. Neeper , Rhett L. Affleck , John E. Lillig
IPC: G01N35/00
Abstract: An automated storage system for storing large quantities of samples in trays includes a storage compartment, a tray shuttle compartment abutting the storage compartment on one side and a plurality of independent modules on the other side. The modules perform processing of samples that are retrieved from the storage compartment by a tray shuttle, including extraction of selected samples from retrieved source trays and transfer of the selected samples into a separate, destination tray that can be further processed or removed from the system for use. The independent operation of the modules permits handling and processing to be performed simultaneously by different modules while the tray shuttle accesses additional samples within the storage compartment. In one embodiment, a vertical carousel is used to vertically align a desired tray with the tray shuttle, while the tray shuttle operates within a horizontal plane.
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公开(公告)号：US08910985B2
公开(公告)日：2014-12-16
申请号：US13892926
申请日：2013-05-13
Applicant: Brooks Automation, Inc.
Inventor： Robert K. Neeper
CPC classification number: B25J15/0028 , B25J9/102 , B25J15/10 , B66C1/44 , Y10S294/902 , Y10S294/907 , Y10S901/38
Abstract: A gripper apparatus for removing and replacing objects such as containers or vials in an array of containers has a gripper head which extends downward from a support arm, a planetary gear assembly mounted in the gripper head including at least three planet gears, and at least one gripping grip extending downward from each planet gear and projecting beyond a lower end of the gripper head. A drive motor drives the planetary gear assembly to rotate the planet gears in opposite directions, moving the grips inward and outward along predetermined paths to grip and carry an object and release the object when in a desired location.
Abstract translation: 用于移除和更换容器阵列中的诸如容器或小瓶的物体的夹具装置具有从支撑臂向下延伸的夹持头，安装在夹持器头部中的包括至少三个行星齿轮的行星齿轮组件，以及至少一个 夹持把手从每个行星齿轮向下延伸并突出超过夹持头的下端。 驱动马达驱动行星齿轮组件以沿相反方向旋转行星齿轮，使握把沿着预定路径向内和向外移动，以夹持并携带物体并在所需位置释放物体。
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公开(公告)号：US11175298B2
公开(公告)日：2021-11-16
申请号：US16917523
申请日：2020-06-30
Applicant: Brooks Automation, Inc.
Inventor： Robert K. Neeper , Rhett L. Affleck , John E. Lillig
IPC: G01N35/00
Abstract: An automated storage system for storing large quantities of samples in trays includes a storage compartment, a tray shuttle compartment abutting the storage compartment on one side and a plurality of independent modules on the other side. The modules perform processing of samples that are retrieved from the storage compartment by a tray shuttle, including extraction of selected samples from retrieved source trays and transfer of the selected samples into a separate, destination tray that can be further processed or removed from the system for use. The independent operation of the modules permits handling and processing to be performed simultaneously by different modules while the tray shuttle accesses additional samples within the storage compartment. In one embodiment, a vertical carousel is used to vertically align a desired tray with the tray shuttle, while the tray shuttle operates within a horizontal plane.
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10.发明授权公开(公告)号：US10739365B2
公开(公告)日：2020-08-11
申请号：US15786309
申请日：2017-10-17
Applicant: Brooks Automation, Inc.
Inventor： Robert K. Neeper
Abstract: In accordance with one or more aspects of the disclosed embodiment an apparatus is provided. The apparatus includes a pick head configured to transfer sample containers to and from a sample group holder, at least one sensor connected to the pick head and configured to detect at least one predetermined feature of the sample group holder, and a controller configured to receive a detection signal from the at least one sensor corresponding to detection of the at least one predetermined feature, determine a change in a predetermined characteristic of the sample group holder based on a detected position of the at least one predetermined feature, and determine a location of one or more samples in the sample group holder to allow for the transfer of the one or more sample containers to and from the sample group holder based on the edge detection signal.
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