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Separable membrane improvements

US10195633B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 16, 2012
Grant dateFeb 5, 2019
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Expiry dateAug 16, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61M11/005
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A liquid droplet production apparatus includes a perforate membrane, with liquid being supplied to one side of the membrane. An actuator for vibrating the membrane is provided. The vibration causes liquid droplets to be ejected from the other side of the membrane. Magnetic force is used to connect the actuator to the membrane so that the vibration can be transmitted.

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