Thermo Fisher Scientific. has been granted a patent for a system that aligns a dispenser array with a microfluidic array using a fiducial reference. The system includes a sensing mechanism and a controller to ensure accurate positioning for dispensing sample fluids into receptacles. GlobalData’s report on Thermo Fisher Scientific gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Method for aligning dispenser and microfluidic arrays
The patent US12070731B2 describes a sophisticated system designed for dispensing sample fluids, featuring a dispensing mechanism with multiple dispensers arranged in an array. This system includes a receptacle device, which also has an array of receptacles specifically designed to receive sample fluid from the dispensers. A key component of the system is a fiducial reference, which is integrated into the receptacle array, allowing for precise alignment between the dispenser array and the receptacle device. The system employs a sensing mechanism, potentially utilizing cameras or various sensors, to detect the position of the dispensers relative to the fiducial reference. This information is processed by a controller that facilitates the alignment of the two arrays based on the detected positions.
Additionally, the system may incorporate a rotational stage to enhance alignment capabilities. The design allows for the detection of deviations in the expected positions of the dispensers, enabling the controller to adjust their locations accordingly using a predefined template. The receptacle device can be a microfluidic device, and the fiducial references can consist of multiple receptacles located at strategic points within the array. This configuration ensures accurate dispensing and collection of sample fluids, which is critical for various applications in research and diagnostics. The inclusion of through holes in the receptacles further enhances the functionality of the system, allowing for efficient fluid transfer and analysis.
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