Microfluidic devices
US11110453B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 7, 2017 |
| Grant date | Sep 7, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 25, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01L2400/0688
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present disclosure is drawn to microfluidic devices. In one example, a microfluidic device can include a microfluidic channel. A vent chamber can be in fluid communication with the microfluidic channel. A capillary break can be located between the microfluidic channel and the vent chamber. The capillary break can include a tapered portion and a narrowed opening with a smaller width than a width of the microfluidic channel. A vent port can vent gas from the vent chamber. The vent port can be located a distance away from the capillary break so that a fluid in the capillary break does not escape through the vent port.
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