US4126418A
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Cuvette
Assignee: Elkay Products Inc
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Filing: 1977-07-28
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Granted: 1978-11-21
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Expires: 1997-07-28
Abstract
Abstract Curvette of generally circular form having apertures adjacent the outer periphery and having a plurality of compartment elements formed of an optically-clear plastic snugly locked in the apertures.
Inventors
- 👤 Leonard L. Krasnow
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-26 18:06
CPC Classifications
G; G01; G01N; G01N21/00; G01N21/17; G01N21/25; G01N21/251; G01N21/253
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 16
Claim 1
Independent Claim
134 words
A cuvette system for use on chemical analysis machine, using a beam of radiant energy for measurement, comprising: (a) a main body having a central bore to permit mounting on the machine for rotation about the axis of the bore and a flange extending radially outwardly in a general plane perpendicular to the axis, the flange being formed with a plurality of similar trapezoidal apertures at equal spacing about the axis, (b) a plurality of compartment elements formed of an optically-clear polymer, each element being in the form of an upwardly-opening container whose outer surface around the upper edge fits snugly in an aperture, and (c) means consisting of a pair of buttons located on opposite portions of each aperture is provided to lock the compartment element in the aperture to resist dislodgement therefrom.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
134 words
A cuvette system for use on chemical analysis machine, using a beam of radiant energy for measurement, comprising: (a) a main body having a central bore to permit mounting on the machine for rotation about the axis of the bore and a flange extending radially outwardly in a general plane perpendicular to the axis, the flange being formed with a plurality of similar trapezoidal apertures at equal spacing about the axis, (b) a plurality of compartment elements formed of an optically-clear polymer, each element being in the form of an upwardly-opening container whose outer surface around the upper edge fits snugly in an aperture, and (c) means consisting of a pair of buttons located on opposite portions of each aperture is provided to lock the compartment element in the aperture to resist dislodgement therefrom.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
81 words
A cuvette system as recited in claim 1, wherein each button consists of a tapered, upwardly-direction surface and a downwardly-directed undersurface, the insertion of the compartment element into the aperture causing the surfaces of the element to slide down the tapered surface, thus camming the walls of the element sideways, until the undersurface of the button snaps over the upper edge of the compartment element, the upper edge of the compartment element being provided with a notch to receive the button.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
46 words
A cuvette system as recited in claim 1, wherein each aperture is in the general form of a trapezoid having elongated sides extending generally radially of the axis, a short base located outwardly of the flange, and an even shorter base located inwardly of the flange.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
32 words
A cuvette system as recited in claim 1, wherein each compartment element is provided with an outwardly-extending ridge that rests on the surface of the flange along the edge of the aperture.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
56 words
A cuvette system as recited in claim 1, wherein a portion of the surface of the flange around the aperture is provided with a rabbet, and wherein the upper portion of the compartment element has an outwardly-extending ridge that rests in the rabbet, the outer peripheries of the rabbet and the ridge being substantially the same.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
22 words
A cuvette system as recited in claim 5, wherein the compartment element is tapered from the said upper portion to its bottom.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
25 words
A cuvette system as recited in claim 6, wherein the lower portion of each compartment element has polished surfaces that are free of optical aberration.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
134 words
A cuvette system for use on chemical analysis machine, using a beam of radiant energy for measurement, comprising: (a) a main body having a central bore to permit mounting on the machine for rotation about the axis of the bore and a flange extending radially outwardly in a general plane perpendicular to the axis, the flange being formed with a plurality of similar apertures at equal spacing about the axis, (b) a plurality of compartment elements formed of an optically-clear polymer, each element being in the form of an upwardly-opening container whose outer surface around the upper edge fits snugly in an aperture, and (c) means consisting of at least one abutment located on a portion of each aperture is provided to lock the compartment element in the aperture to resist dislodgement vertically therefrom.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
134 words
A cuvette system for use on chemical analysis machine, using a beam of radiant energy for measurement, comprising: (a) a main body having a central bore to permit mounting on the machine for rotation about the axis of the bore and a flange extending radially outwardly in a general plane perpendicular to the axis, the flange being formed with a plurality of similar apertures at equal spacing about the axis, (b) a plurality of compartment elements formed of an optically-clear polymer, each element being in the form of an upwardly-opening container whose outer surface around the upper edge fits snugly in an aperture, and (c) means consisting of at least one abutment located on a portion of each aperture is provided to lock the compartment element in the aperture to resist dislodgement vertically therefrom.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
81 words
A cuvette system as recited in claim 8, wherein the abutment consists of a tapered, upwardly-directed surface and a downwardly-directed undersurface, the insertion of the compartment element into the aperture causing the surface of the element to slide down the tapered surface, thus camming the walls of the element sideways, until the undersurface of the abutment snaps over the upper edge of the compartment element, the upper edge of the compartment element being provided with a notch to receive the abutument.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
46 words
A cuvette system as recited in claim 8, wherein each aperture is in the general form of a trapezoid having elongated sides extending generally radially of the axis, a short base located outwardly of the flange, and an even shorter base located inwardly of the flange.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
32 words
A cuvette system as recited in claim 8, wherein each compartment element is provided with an outwardly-extending ridge that rests on the surface of the flange along the edge of the aperture.
Claim 14
Dependent Claim
56 words
A cuvette system as recited in claim 8, wherein a portion of the surface of the flange around the aperture is provided with a rabbet, and wherein the upper portion of the compartment element has an outwardly-extending ridge that rests in the rabbet, the outer peripheries of the rabbet and the ridge being substantially the same.
Claim 15
Dependent Claim
22 words
A cuvette system as recited in claim 12, wherein the compartment element is tapered from the said upper portion to its bottom.
Claim 16
Dependent Claim
25 words
A cuvette system as recited in claim 13, wherein the lower portion of each compartment element has polished surfaces that are free of optical aberration.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1981-11-20 | 1982-05-22 | 1982-11-21 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1985-11-20 | 1986-05-22 | 1986-11-21 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1989-11-20 | 1990-05-22 | 1990-11-21 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |