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Apparatus and method for forming a sol-gel monolith utilizing multiple casting

US7000885B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 1, 2002
Grant dateFeb 21, 2006
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Expiry dateJun 23, 2023

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T428/139
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A mold is configured to form a gel monolith including a first gel portion and a second gel portion. The mold includes a base including a first hydrophobic surface. The mold further includes a tubular outer wall including a second hydrophobic surface, and the outer wall is coupled to the base. The mold further includes a removable tubular insert including an inner surface and an outer hydrophobic surface. The insert is removably coupled to the base.

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