Automated microtome blade changer

Cutting – With means to convey work relative to tool station – Plural passes of diminishing work piece through tool station

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C083S698110, C083S915500, C083S954000

Reexamination Certificate

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07146894

ABSTRACT:
An automated rotary microtome blade changing apparatus, comprising an upper stage being adapted to releasably engage a supply cartridge and a waste cartridge, the upper stage having a loading segment adapted to engage and move blades contained within the supply cartridge into a cutting position; clamping means for releasably holding the blades in place for cutting operations; power means for driving the movement of blades and clamping mechanisms; and electronic control means for integrating all of the functions of the apparatus.

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