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Systems and methods for continuous-flow laser-induced nucleation

US11414777B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 22, 2020
Grant dateAug 16, 2022
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Expiry dateJul 22, 2040

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC30B35/007
  • WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

In general, the systems and methods described in this application relate to laser-induced nucleation in continuous flow. A method of laser-induced nucleation in continuous flow includes injecting a saturated solution, undersaturated solution, or supersaturated solution through an inlet of a device. The method can include converting the saturated solution or undersaturated solution into supersaturated solution by changing a temperature of the saturated solution or undersaturated solution. The method can include passing one or more laser pulses through the supersaturated solution within the device. The method can include flowing the saturated solution, undersaturated solution, or the supersaturated solution through an outlet of the device.

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