Microfluidic devices and fabrication
US10850082B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 3, 2015 |
| Grant date | Dec 1, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 15, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB81B2203/0361
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Methods for mass production of new microfluidic devices are described. The microfluidic devices may include an array of micro-needles with open channels in fluid communication with multiple reservoirs located within a substrate that supports the micro-needles. The micro-needles are configured so as to sufficiently penetrate the skin in order to collect or sample bodily fluids and transfer the fluids to the reservoirs. The micro-needles may also deliver medicaments into or below the skin.
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