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Microfluidic flow control

US11097268B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 30, 2015
Grant dateAug 24, 2021
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Expiry dateNov 2, 2037

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB01L2400/0442
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A device includes a microfluidic channel structure on a substrate with a first fluid actuator and a second fluid actuator within the microfluidic channel structure. One of the fluid actuators is selectively employable to at least partially reverse fluid flow within at least a portion of the microfluidic channel structure in response to a blockage or to prevent a blockage.

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