Patent ID: 7753207
Filing Date: 2010-07-13
Classification: B64G

Abstract:
1. An apparatus for protecting a plurality of samples, the apparatus comprising: (a) an outer housing comprised of an upper housing portion and a lower housing portion; (b) a shock absorbing layer positioned between the upper and lower portions of the outer housing; (c) an inner carrier comprised of a top member and a base member inserted within the outer housing; (d) a first sealing means to seal the plurality of samples in position in a plurality of openings in the base member; (e) a second sealing means to seal the top member and the base member together; (f) a third sealing means to seal the upper housing portion and the lower housing portion together; whereby the apparatus is capable of withstanding an impact of up to 4000 G and wherein the apparatus is subjected to extreme conditions for an extended period of time.