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High throughput processing system and method of using

  • US 7,390,458 B2
  • Filed: 10/15/2001
  • Issued: 06/24/2008
  • Est. Priority Date: 10/13/2000
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A high throughput processing system, the system comprising:

  • (a) a plurality of rotational robots, wherein each of the rotational robots has a reach which defines a work perimeter associated with that rotational robot, wherein at least one of the rotational robots comprises a grasping mechanism that comprises moveably coupled arms that are structured to grasp an object, wherein at least one arm comprises a pivot member having a support surface to support the object and a height adjusting surface that pushes the object into contact with the support surface when the arms grasp the object;

    (b) at least one device associated with each of the rotational robots and the associated work perimeters; and

    ,(c) one or more transfer stations, wherein each transfer station is associated with two work perimeters.

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