Measuring and testing – Sampler – sample handling – etc. – With constituent separation
Reexamination Certificate
2007-03-27
2007-03-27
Williams, Hezron (Department: 2856)
Measuring and testing
Sampler, sample handling, etc.
With constituent separation
C073S863220
Reexamination Certificate
active
10208960
ABSTRACT:
The present invention includes a system and method for detecting contaminated objects, for example mail pieces, through use of a pinching device that compresses the objects, thereby possibly releasing potential contaminant-containing particles into the air in a closed chamber. Whatever particles are in the closed chamber mix with the air in the closed chamber and form cavity air, which is captured by a detection and alert mechanism.
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Copending U.S. Appl. No. 10/307,531, filed Nov. 27, 2002. Applicant: Eugene Stradley. Title: Apparatus For Testing For Particulate Contaminants In Depositories For Mail-Like Articles.
Copending U.S. Appl. No. 10/279,312, filed Oct. 24, 2002. Applicant: Clifford A. Megerle. Title: System and Method For Detecting Bio-Hazardous Particulates In Mail Handling Systems.
Stradley Eugene
Wisniewski Michael A.
Burns & Levinson LLP
Christensen Ryan
Erlich Jacob N.
Kaye Harvey
Lockheed Martin Corporation
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