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Nanopore fabrication

US12168265B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 23, 2021
Grant dateDec 17, 2024
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Expiry dateOct 25, 2042

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB01D2325/26
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Systems comprising a light source, thin membrane immersed in an aqueous solution and a system to direct and focus light from the light source to a spot on the membrane are provided. Methods of thinning and etching a membrane are also provided, as are membranes comprising a nanopore with a Gaussian curve shaped cross-section.

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