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Method and apparatus for dispensing fluids

US6742993B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 11, 2002
Grant dateJun 1, 2004
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Expiry dateNov 11, 2022

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T403/551
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A method and system for dispensing a precise amount of a chemical used in the fabrication of semiconductors utilizes rolling membrane pump and calculates an amount by which to change a dispense based at least in part on a predicted membrane flex. Membrane flex is predicted, at least in part, by the shape of the membrane, a volume of liquid to be dispensed and a pressure during dispense.

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