摘要 |
PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a preferred sample storing method and system. SOLUTION: The sample storing method and system implement a plurality of sample carriers configured to support a plurality of samples nodes in a predetermined spatial relationship, sample storage devices for selectively placing the plurality of sample carriers in an archive, and a sample node removal apparatus for locating and removing selected ones of the plurality of sample nodes. Alternative embodiments are disclosed wherein the sample node removal apparatus includes a laser and a mechanical clipping tool, which may be manually operated or automated. COPYRIGHT: (C)2010,JPO&INPIT |