Microparticles and apparatus for smart ink production
US10836918B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 23, 2015 |
| Grant date | Nov 17, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 30, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S977/95
- WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A smart ink, comprising microparticles, with each microparticle comprising: a) an exterior shell; b) a liquid encapsulated within the shell; and c) a Janus microparticle suspended in the liquid, wherein the Janus microparticle either comprises: i) two or more distinct assemblies of particles; or ii) a core loaded with particles, the core having a first surface portion and a second surface portion that is functionally distinct from the first surface portion. An apparatus and method for production of the microparticles are also provided.
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