Cutting – Processes – Plural cutting steps
Reexamination Certificate
2006-08-01
2008-10-07
Peterson, Kenneth E. (Department: 3724)
Cutting
Processes
Plural cutting steps
C083S713000, C083S915500
Reexamination Certificate
active
07430946
ABSTRACT:
In a process for cutting sections from a probe for microscopic analysis, an ultramicrotome device is used having a blade with a cutting edge, the cutting edge extending at least approximately in a first direction. The process includes the steps of: vibrating the blade in the first direction; and moving the blade relative to the probe to be cut in a second direction, the second direction being perpendicular to the first direction. This eliminates, or at least strongly reduces, compression of the cut sections.
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Anton Meyer & Co. AG
Peterson Kenneth E.
The Webb Law Firm
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