#$%^&*AU2012201140A120120322.pdf#####ABSTRACT Devices and methods for biological tissue closure are disclosed. Arteriotomy closure and hemostasis devices and methods are disclosed. A device that can provide a lateral tension across an opening in the tissue and apply energy to seal the tissue is disclosed. Methods for using the device are also disclosed. 1630314_.doc16/16 74 68 2 76 72 52 70 Fig. 23 68 74 76 72 ..----:a.1652 ..-- 2 - - 16b 57 ..- 70 Fig. 24