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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Dec. 31, 2013
Filed:
Jun. 28, 2013
Corsolutions Llc, Groton, NY (US);
Thomas N. Corso, Groton, NY (US);
Colleen K. Van Pelt, Groton, NY (US);
CorSolutions LLC, Groton, NY (US);
Abstract
The invention allows for the formation of robust, reproducible, non-permanent connections to microchips. The connections are formed using either indexing arms or multiple fitting holder heads which are capable of forming a compression seal to a port located at any position on the surface of the microchip. The sealing force is user-defined and can be tightly controlled with integrated force sensors. In addition, the sealing force is monitored with a force sensor and force compensation mechanism ensuring that the desired force is maintained. The device is compatible with all microchip architectures. Alterations to the microchip surface is avoided as connections are established using instrumentation rather than processing steps. Further, the process is automatable allowing for exchanging microchips and subsequently creating electrical and fluidic connections in an automated fashion. Optionally, the integration of leak sensors to monitor leaks are included.