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2011-06-14

2011-06-14

Bullock, In Suk (Department: 1772)

Chemical apparatus and process disinfecting, deodorizing, preser

Analyzer, structured indicator, or manipulative laboratory...

Miscellaneous laboratory apparatus and elements, per se

C137S833000, C137S014000, C220S502000

Reexamination Certificate

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07959876

ABSTRACT:
A fluidic device includes a first reservoir to receive a first fluid, a second reservoir to receive a second fluid, and a main channel coupled to the first and second reservoirs through one or more branch channels. A first one-use pump generates a pressure difference to move one or both of the first and second fluids when a container in the first one-use pump is broken. A second one-use pump generates a pressure difference to move one or both of the first and second fluids when a container in the second one-use pump is broken.

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