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Zero voltage mass spectrometry probes and systems

US10714323B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 20, 2019
Grant dateJul 14, 2020
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Expiry dateFeb 20, 2039

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01J49/0013
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

The invention generally relates to zero volt mass spectrometry probes and systems. In certain embodiments, the invention provides a system including a mass spectrometry probe including a porous material, and a mass spectrometer (bench-top or miniature mass spectrometer). The system operates without an application of voltage to the probe. In certain embodiments, the probe is oriented such that a distal end faces an inlet of the mass spectrometer. In other embodiments, the distal end of the probe is 5 mm or less from an inlet of the mass spectrometer.

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