A System of Rat Restraint Using a Cone-Shaped, Plexiglass and Stainless Steel Rod Cage

Abstract

A system of rat restraint was needed to allow maximum accessibility to the animal. This system, designed in house, is constructed of 3/8-in plexiglass and stainless steel rods. Several special design features, including the adjustment of size to accommodate a wide weight range of animals, are superior to commercial varieties. This system has been used extensively in two published studies and other uncompleted studies and has adapted well to many applications.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Feb 01, 1985
Accession Number
ADA158428

Entities

People

  • Candace B. Matthew
  • Glenn J. Thomas
  • Roger Hubbard
  • William T. Matthew

Organizations

  • United States Army Research Institute of Environmental Medicine

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  • Abstracts
  • Anatomy
  • Animals
  • Biological Sciences
  • Biomedical Research
  • Blood
  • Chemistry
  • Fluids And Secretions
  • Heat Energy
  • Hemic And Immune Systems
  • Laboratory Animals
  • Military Research
  • Platforms
  • Stainless Steel
  • Steel
  • Technical Information Centers
  • United States

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  • Mechanical Engineering/Mechanics of Materials.
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  • Toxicology/Environmental Toxicology