Methods and apparatus for a band to band transfer module

Details Methods and apparatus for a band to band transfer module Methods and apparatus for a band to band transfer module

2006-09-13

2009-08-18

Shechtman, Sean P (Department: 2121)

Data processing: generic control systems or specific application

Specific application, apparatus or process

Product assembly or manufacturing

C700S099000, C700S121000, C700S217000, C700S228000, C414S935000, C414S940000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07577487

ABSTRACT:
A band to band transfer module according to the present invention may be used with a substrate carrier transport system, or other systems, to transfer substrate carriers (e.g., small lot substrate carriers) from one conveyor to another conveyor or between two points on the same conveyor. The transfers (e.g., pick and place) of the substrate carriers may be made between conveyors traveling at different speeds. Numerous other aspects and features are disclosed.

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