Abstract: A modular insert and monolithic structure is disclosed where the inserts are embedded in a slot in the monolithic structure to allow MSM components to be mounted directly to the planar surface of the monolithic structure.

Abstract: A gas panel assembly having at least one U-shaped MSM interconnection component is disclosed where the interconnection component straddles at least a pair of adjacent modular inserts and is fastened to planar support plate such that the fluidic inserts are held immobile.

Abstract: A gas panel assembly having at least one U-shaped MSM interconnection component is disclosed where the interconnection component straddles at least a pair of adjacent modular inserts and is fastened to planar support plate such that the fluidic inserts are held immobile.

Abstract: A modular insert and monolithic structure is disclosed where the inserts are embedded in a slot in the monolithic structure to allow MSM components to be mounted directly to the planar surface of the monolithic structure.

Abstract: A modular insert and monolithic structure is disclosed where the inserts are embedded in a slot in the monolithic structure to allow MSM components to be mounted directly to the planar surface of the monolithic structure.

Abstract: A gas panel assembly having at least one U-shaped MSM interconnection component is disclosed where the interconnection component straddles at least a pair of adjacent modular inserts and is fastened to planar support plate such that the fluidic inserts are held immobile.

Abstract: A gas panel assembly having at least one U-shaped MSM interconnection component is disclosed where the interconnection component straddles at least a pair of adjacent modular inserts and is fastened to planar support plate such that the fluidic inserts are held immobile.

Abstract: A modular insert and monolithic structure is disclosed where the inserts are embedded in a slot in the monolithic structure to allow MSM components to be mounted directly to the planar surface of the monolithic structure.

Abstract: A block for a modular fluid block assembly is disclosed. The block includes first and second opposed faces and first and second apertures from the first face to the second face for receiving a fastener. Each aperture includes a first end and a second end and a head receiving cavity disposed adjacent the first end. The block further includes a fluidic passage passing from the first face to the second face and a pair of fastener receiver cavities in the first face. The block further includes a pair of head receiving cavities in the second face.

Abstract: A block for a modular fluid block assembly is disclosed. The block includes first and second opposed faces and first and second apertures from the first face to the second face for receiving a fastener. Each aperture includes a first end and a second end and a head receiving cavity disposed adjacent the first end. The block further includes a fluidic passage passing from the first face to the second face and a pair of fastener receiver cavities in the first face. The block further includes a pair of head receiving cavities in the second face.

Abstract: A block for a modular fluid block assembly is disclosed. The block includes first and second opposed faces and first and second apertures from the first face to the second face for receiving a fastener. Each aperture includes a first end and a second end and a head receiving cavity disposed adjacent the first end. The block further includes a fluidic passage passing from the first face to the second face and a pair of fastener receiver cavities in the first face. The block further includes a pair of head receiving cavities in the second face.

Abstract: A block for a modular fluid block assembly is disclosed. The block includes first and second opposed faces and first and second apertures from the first face to the second face for receiving a fastener. Each aperture includes a first end and a second end and a head receiving cavity disposed adjacent the first end. The block further includes a fluidic passage passing from the first face to the second face and a pair of fastener receiver cavities in the first face. The block further includes a pair of head receiving cavities in the second face.

Abstract: A clamping device and method wherein the device comprises a movable jaw and a fixed jaw wherein the movable jaw is displaced toward the fixed jaw along a plurality of load points. In one embodiment, the displacing action is through a plurality of inclined plane or ramp surfaces. In another embodiment, the displacing action is through a camming surface. A biasing mechanism is also provided to apply a consistent, predictable clamping force to a group of objects retained between the movable jaw and the fixed jaw. A low friction surface or coating on the jaws permit movement of the objects transverse to the clamping force while clamped.