Hologic had 13 patents in robotics during Q1 2024. Hologic Inc filed patents for a puck design to support receptacles with fingers and springs, a receptacle delivery system with a carriage and support pads, and a container with a fluid vessel and gripping structures for automated gripping mechanisms. GlobalData’s report on Hologic gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Hologic grant share with robotics as a theme is 53% in Q1 2024. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Recent Patents
Application: Puck and receptacle delivery system (Patent ID: US20240069051A1)
The patent filed by Hologic Inc. describes a puck designed to support a receptacle with a plurality of fingers arranged around a vertical axis, each finger having a contact surface for the receptacle. The fingers are biased towards the vertical axis by springs and are rotatably coupled to a supporting disc with cavities. A synchronization disc ensures synchronous movement of the fingers, and a retaining ring holds everything together. The system also includes a receptacle delivery system with a holder for the puck, signal emitter and detector, sensors, and an electric motor for rotation.
The puck design allows for secure support and manipulation of receptacles with synchronized movement of the fingers. The system includes features such as a holder with passageways, signal emitter and detector for receptacle detection, sensors for position detection, and an electric motor for automated rotation. Overall, the invention provides a comprehensive solution for handling receptacles in a controlled and efficient manner, suitable for various applications in laboratory or medical settings.
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