DESC:FORM 2
THE PATENTS ACT, 1970
(39 OF 1970)
&
The Patent Rules, 2003

COMPLETE SPECIFICATION
(See section 10 and Rules 13)

TITLE OF THE INVENTION
A Shaker

APPLICANTS:
(a) Bharuwa Agri Science Private Limited
(b) an Indian Company,
(c) Room No. 7, Divya Yog Mandir, Dadubagh, Kankhal, Haridwar – 249408, Uttarakhand, INDIA

PREAMBLE TO THE DESCRIPTION
The following specification particularly describes the invention and the manner in which it is to be performed.

FIELD OF THE INVENTION
This invention relates to a shaker. Particularly, this invention relates to a time controlled shaker to shake samples / solution in a precise and controlled manner for conducting experiments and scientific research, for example, sample mixing and homogenization, chemical reactions, cell culturing and incubation, enzyme and protein studies, biological extractions, sample dissolution and solubility studies, food and beverage industry, quality control and testing, environmental and soil testing, pharmaceutical research and development.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
In a laboratory or scientific research lab, multiple samples / solution is required to shake in a particular time period and RPM. Traditional methods of manual shaking are time-consuming and prone to human error.
European patent, publication no. EP1126909A1 discloses a drive apparatus for a shaker (10) including a drive means (54, 62), said apparatus comprising: a frame (24); flexible band means (30, 32) attached to the said frame (24), said flexible band means (30, 32) having an inner surface (50) and an outer surface (52); roller means (34, 36, 38, 40) for contacting said inner surface (50) of said flexible band means (30, 32); and, platform means (12) attached to said outer surface (52) of said flexible band means (30, 32) and to said drive means (54, 62), wherein said flexible band means (30, 32) restricts the motion of said platform (12) to a substantially reciprocal motion.
US patent, publication no. US5167928A discloses a shaker device for agitating a vessel containing a solution, the vessel having a first sealable opening into which the solution can enter the vessel and a second sealable opening from which the solution can exit the vessel, said shaker device comprising: a sub-base; a base moveably connected to said sub-base; means for moving said base, relative to said sub-base, for providing agitation to a vessel; a first support having a first portion fixedly mounted to a first location of said base and a second portion located above said base; a second support having a first portion fixedly mounted to a second location of said base and a second portion located above said base; and vessel support means having a first end rotatably mounted to the second portion of said first support and a second end rotatably mounted to the second portion of said second support, said vessel support means for securely retaining the vessel thereto in a substantially upright position, said vessel support means further for rotating the vessel, about a generally horizontal axis relative to said base, 180° to position the vessel in a substantially upside-down position in order to allow a second opening of the vessel to be open during agitation to allow gases generated by the agitation of the solution to escape therethrough during agitation.
WIPO patent, publication no. WO1997011773A1 discloses a bath shaker comprising: two resilient arms arranged in substantially parallel fashion, each of said arms having a first end and a second end, each said arm including being formed of a sheet metal, the sheet metal being substantially rectangular and having a length, a width, and a thickness, the length being substantially greater than the width, the thickness being of a resilient gauge; an anchoring means for anchoring the first end of each said arm; a shelf supportably attached to the second end of each said arm, the width of the sheet metal being oriented perpendicularly to said shelf; a bath container mounted on said shelf, said bath container having an underside; and a drive means for reciprocatably moving said shelf between said arms.
US patent, publication no. US3601372A discloses a shaker apparatus comprising a frame, a fluid-tight housing carried by said frame, driving magnetic field means movably mounted on said frame, motor means cooperating with said driving means for operating said driving means, driven magnetic field means movably mounted wholly within said housing, said driving and driven means being located so that the magnetic field of said driving means affects the magnetic field of said driven means without any physical interconnection therebetween, a support within said housing for carrying materials to be shaken, a second frame within said housing, means cooperating between said support and said second frame for movably mounting said support within said housing, and operating means interconnecting said support and said driven means for moving said support in response to movement of said driven means.
There are disadvantages associated with the prior art. One of the disadvantages is that conventional shakers are time-consuming and have complex designs which increase the chances of mechanical failure, maintenance issues, and difficulties in assembly, leading to potential reliability concerns.
Another disadvantage associated with the prior art is that conventional shaker fails to adequately manage shaking motion, lacking the capability to adjust shaking time and delay time efficiently.
Yet another disadvantage associated with the prior art is that conventional shaker is not capable to mix of substances within containers and hinders the solids in solvents.
Still, another disadvantage associated with the prior art is that the conventional shaker fails to homogenize samples effectively, especially in biological applications like cell culturing and biomolecule extraction.
Further, disadvantage associated with the prior art is that the conventional shakers are not capable of holding multiple solution containers simultaneously at one time and therefore it affects the productivity in the laboratory.
Still, another disadvantage associated with the prior art is that the conventional shakers are not capable of extracting pollutants from the samples efficiently.
OBJECTIVE OF THE INVENTION
Therefore, an object of the present invention is to propose a shaker which obviates the disadvantages associated with the prior art.
Another object of the present invention is to provide a shaker which is easy to use / operate, reducing mechanical failures, maintenance complications, and assembly difficulties.
Yet another object of the present invention is to provide a shaker to enhance the reliability and usability of the shaker.
Still, another object of the present invention is to provide a shaker which is capable of controlling parameters such as shaking time, delay time, and motor RPM, automatically.
Further, an object of the present invention is to provide a shaker which capable to ensure the efficient mixing of substances within containers, facilitating the dissolution of solids in solvents and enhancing reaction rates in chemical and biological processes.
Another object of the present invention is to provide a shaker which is capable of shaking homogenized samples in biological applications such as cell culturing and extraction of biomolecules. It ensures uniform distribution of substances, leading to reliable and representative samples.
Yet another object of the present invention is to provide a shaker which provides precise control over the shaking motion, including adjustable shaking time and delay time which allows researchers to tailor the agitation process to specific experimental requirements, ensuring accurate and consistent results.
Still, another object of the present invention is to provide a shaker which is capable to accommodate various types and sizes of containers, such as test tubes, flasks, and Petri dishes, which make the shaker suitable for a wide range of laboratory applications across different scientific disciplines.
Further, an object of the present invention is to provide a shaker which is a flexible shaker to enable optimization of shaking parameters for specific experimental needs.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
According to this invention there is provided a shaker comprising a reciprocating tray, adapted to be secured with a frame structure movably, being provided to hold containers therein; adjustable pipes being provided in the reciprocating tray such that to hold the containers of different sizes in the reciprocating tray; shaking means being provided to shake the reciprocating tray at desired parameters; a motor, secured with the frame structure, being provided to operate the shaking means.
Yet according to this invention, the shaker means comprises a bearing block having a disc at upper side, connected with the motor to rotate the disc, an eye rod provided to connect the disc with a reciprocating tray holding unit such that to convert rotational motion to reciprocating motion, multiple guided wheels secured with the frame structure provided to moveably hold the reciprocating tray holding unit such that to reciprocate thereon.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE ACCOMPANYING DRAWINGS
A shaker, according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention, is herein described and illustrated in the accompanying drawings, wherein:
Figure 1 (a & b) – illustrates a perspective view of a shaker,
Figure 2 – illustrates an exploded view of a shaker,
Figure 3 (a & b) – illustrates a perspective view of reciprocating tray,
Figure 4 – illustrates a line diagram of reciprocating tray holding unit.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
A shaker is herein described with numerous specific details so as to provide a complete understanding of the invention. However, these specific details are exemplary details and should not be treated as the limitation to the scope of the invention. Throughout this specification the word “comprise” or variations such as “comprises or comprising”, will be understood to imply the inclusions of a stated element, integer or step, or group of elements, integers or steps, but not the exclusions of any other element, integer or step or group of elements, integers or steps.
Referring to the drawing, particularly figure 1 & 2, a perspective view and exploded view of present invented shaker is shown. The shaker comprises a reciprocating tray (1) adapted to be secured with a frame structure (2) movably, is provided to hold containers therein. Adjustable pipes (3) are provided in the reciprocating tray (1) such that to hold the containers of different sizes in the reciprocating tray (1). Shaking means (4) secured with the frame structure (2), is provided to shake the reciprocating tray (1) at desired parameters. A motor (5), secured with the frame structure (2), is provided to operate the shaking means (4).
Referring to the figure 3, a perspective view of reciprocating tray is shown. The reciprocating tray comprise multiple adjustable pipes (3) are provided vertically and horizontally in the reciprocating tray (1) such that to hold the containers of different sizes in the reciprocating tray (1). The adjustable pipes (3) are insulated with rubber for holding the beakers or flask or test tube.
Referring to the figure 4 and also figure 1, a perspective view of shaking means is shown. a bearing block (6) having a disc (7) at upper side, connected with the motor (5) with the help of a means (10) of belt, chain, etc, to rotate the disc (7). An eye rod (11) provided to connect the disc with a reciprocating tray holding unit (8) such that to convert rotational motion into reciprocating motion. Multiple guided wheels (9) secured with the frame structure (2) provided to moveably secured the reciprocating tray holding unit (8) such that to reciprocate thereon. The reciprocating tray holding unit (8) is provided to removably hold the reciprocating tray (1) as and when required to shake the sample.
During working of the shaker, multiple samples are hold in the reciprocating tray with the help of the holding pipes. The reciprocating tray then placed on the reciprocating tray holding unit to shake the sample. Then start the motor to shake the sample at preset parameters.
Certain features of the invention have been described with reference to the example embodiments. However, the description is not intended to be construed in a limiting sense. Various modifications of the example embodiments as well as other embodiments of the invention, which are apparent to the persons skilled in the art to which the invention pertains, are deemed to lie within the scope of the invention.
,CLAIMS:1. A shaker comprising a reciprocating tray (1), adapted to be secured with a frame structure (2) movably, being provided to hold containers therein; adjustable pipes (3) being provided in the reciprocating tray (1) such that to hold the containers of different sizes in the reciprocating tray (1); shaking means (4) being provided to shake the reciprocating tray (1) at desired parameters; a motor (5), secured with the frame structure (2), being provided to operate the shaking means (4).
2. The shaker as claimed in claim 1, wherein the shaking means comprises a bearing block (6) having a disc (7) at upper side, connected with the motor (5) to rotate the disc (7), an eye rod (11) provided to connect the disc with a reciprocating tray holding unit (8) such that to convert rotational motion to reciprocating motion, multiple guided wheels (9) secured with the frame structure (2) provided to moveably hold the reciprocating tray holding unit (8) such that to reciprocate thereon.
3. The automatic shaker as claimed in claim 1, further comprises multiple cover sheets (6) such that to cover each side of the frame structure (2).
4. The automatic shaker as claimed in claim 1, the multiple adjustable pipes (3) insulated with rubber, are provided vertically and horizontally in the reciprocating tray (1) such that to hold beakers, flask or test tube in the reciprocating tray (1).