Microparticles
US6669961B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 15, 2001 |
| Grant date | Dec 30, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 15, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S977/906
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A method of forming particles comprises accelerating a stream comprising a liquid; and vibrating the stream, to form particles. The particle may have a diameter that is smaller than the diameter of the nozzle used to form the stream, allowing for the formation of micro- and nano-sized particle.
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