F. Hoffmann-La Roche had six patents in robotics during Q4 2023. The patent filed by F. Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd in Q4 2023 describes a gripping apparatus with a gripper body, gripper actuator, and at least two gripper fingers for gripping sample containers. The apparatus includes elastically mounted contacting surfaces for securely gripping the sample container. GlobalData’s report on F. Hoffmann-La Roche gives a 360-degreee view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.

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F. Hoffmann-La Roche grant share with robotics as a theme is 33% in Q4 2023. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.

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Application: Gripping apparatus for gripping sample container (Patent ID: US20230373107A1)

The patent filed by F. Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd. describes a gripping apparatus designed to grip a sample container using at least two gripper fingers with gripping surfaces. The apparatus includes elastically mounted contacting surfaces to ensure a secure grip on the sample container. The invention also includes a gripper finger with elastically mounted contacting surfaces for improved gripping capabilities.

The gripping apparatus is equipped with gripper fingers that can align the sample container axis with the gripping axis before gripping, enhancing precision. The elastically mounted contacting surfaces, attached to the gripper fingers, provide flexibility and adaptability during the gripping process. Additionally, the invention includes a laboratory instrument incorporating this gripping apparatus for efficient handling of sample containers. Overall, the patent aims to improve the gripping mechanism for sample containers in laboratory settings, ensuring secure and accurate handling.

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