Classifying – separating – and assorting solids – Sorting special items – and certain methods and apparatus for... – Condition responsive means controls separating means
Reexamination Certificate
2007-11-14
2010-12-28
Matthews, Terrell H (Department: 3653)
Classifying, separating, and assorting solids
Sorting special items, and certain methods and apparatus for...
Condition responsive means controls separating means
C209S576000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07858893
ABSTRACT:
The present invention relates to an apparatus for automated sorting of objects comprising a population, and for methods of sorting using same.
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Haff Ronald P.
Jackson Eric S.
Fado John D.
Matthews Terrell H
Sampson Elizabeth R.
The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of
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