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Abstract

A fluid-dispensing device and method of dispensing fluid comprising a container for holding the fluid, a housing having an interior in which a portion of the container is located, and a source for compressing a portion of the container disposed within the interior of the housing. When the container is compressed, the fluid exits the container to flow to a desired location. The methods of compressing the container to force the fluid out of its interior include, for example, a housing holding the container that is pressurized above atmospheric pressure; an expandable balloon positioned adjacent the container and inflated; and a plate driven by a cylinder to compress the container. It is noted that this abstract is provided to comply with the rules requiring an abstract that will allow a searcher or other reader to ascertain quickly the subject matter of the technical disclosure. The abstract is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims pursuant to 37 C.F.R. .sctn.1.72(b).

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First Claim