18562751. POP-UP SAMPLE COLLECTION DEVICE AND SYSTEM simplified abstract (3M INNOVATIVE PROPERTIES COMPANY)
POP-UP SAMPLE COLLECTION DEVICE AND SYSTEM
Organization Name
3M INNOVATIVE PROPERTIES COMPANY
Inventor(s)
Michael R. Berrigan of Oakdale MN (US)
Alan R. Dombrowski of Woodbury MN (US)
Laura R. Nereng of Woodbury MN (US)
Audrey A. Sherman of Woodbury MN (US)
Brett J. Sitter of Marine on St. Croix MN (US)
Narina Y. Stepanova of Woodbury MN (US)
POP-UP SAMPLE COLLECTION DEVICE AND SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18562751 titled 'POP-UP SAMPLE COLLECTION DEVICE AND SYSTEM
The sample collection device described in the abstract is a planar sheet of material with fold lines and a porous sample collection media attached to it. The device creates an airflow channel from a mouthpiece end to an air outlet end, with the sample collection media obstructing the channel.
- Planar sheet of material with fold lines
- Porous sample collection media attached to the sheet
- Airflow channel created by fixing the edges of the sheet together
- Sample collection media obstructs the airflow channel
- Mouthpiece end and air outlet end defined by the device
Potential Applications: - Medical diagnostics - Environmental monitoring - Industrial testing
Problems Solved: - Efficient sample collection - Controlled airflow for accurate results
Benefits: - Easy to use - Portable - Reliable results
Commercial Applications: Title: Portable Sample Collection Device for Various Industries This technology can be used in medical facilities, environmental agencies, and industrial settings for quick and accurate sample collection and analysis.
Prior Art: Further research can be conducted in the field of sample collection devices and airflow control mechanisms to explore existing technologies related to this innovation.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in sample collection devices, porous materials, and airflow control technologies to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of sample analysis.
Questions about the Portable Sample Collection Device: 1. How does this device improve sample collection efficiency compared to traditional methods? 2. What are the potential limitations of using porous sample collection media in this device?
Original Abstract Submitted
A sample collection device includes a planar sheet of material having opposing edges and a first major surface and an opposing second major surface, the planar sheet of material having at least two fold lines. A porous sample collection media has at least three edges and opposing major surfaces, at least one edge is fixed to the first major surface of the planar sheet of material. The planar sheet of material is configured to form an airflow channel by fixing the opposing edges together, the airflow channel extends from a mouthpiece end to an air outlet end. The porous sample collection media substantially occludes the airflow channel between the mouthpiece end and the air outlet end.
