Sample push-out fixture
- Scotia, NY
This invention generally relates to the remote removal of pelletized samples from cylindrical containment capsules. V-blocks are used to receive the samples and provide guidance to push out rods. Stainless steel liners fit into the v-channels on the v-blocks which permits them to be remotely removed and replaced or cleaned to prevent cross contamination between capsules and samples. A capsule holder securely holds the capsule while allowing manual up/down and in/out movement to align each sample hole with the v-blocks. Both end sections contain identical v-blocks; one that guides the drive out screw and rods or manual push out rods and the other to receive the samples as they are driven out of the capsule.
- Assignee:
- The United States of America as represented by the United States Department (Washington, DC)
- Patent Number(s):
- US 6474923
- Application Number:
- 09/510,345
- OSTI ID:
- 874851
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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