Implementation of microfluidic components in a microfluidic system
US6878271B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 23, 2002 |
| Grant date | Apr 12, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 23, 2022 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01L2400/0666
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A system and method for integrating microfluidic components in a microfluidic system enables the microfluidic system to perform a selected microfluidic function. A capping module includes a microfluidic element for performing a microfluidic function. The capping module is stacked on a microfluidic substrate having microfluidic plumbing to incorporate the microfluidic function into the system.
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