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Fluid flow controller for microfluidic devices

US11285481B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 1, 2017
Grant dateMar 29, 2022
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Expiry dateMay 23, 2038

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB01L2400/0633
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A fluid flow controller for introducing fluids into a microfluidic device is provided. The fluid flow controller comprising, at least one high resistance fluid pathway provided between an inlet port and a connection port; at least one low resistance fluid pathway between the inlet and connection port; and at least one valve configured to enable fluid flow through the high resistance fluid pathway, the low resistance fluid pathway or both.

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