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Methods of positioning components using liquid prime movers and related structures

US7032806B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 9, 2001
Grant dateApr 25, 2006
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Expiry dateMay 17, 2023

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02P70/50
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A liquid prime mover can be used to position a component on a substrate. For example, a liquid material can be provided on the substrate adjacent the component such that the component has a first position relative to the substrate. A property of the liquid material can then be changed to move the component from the first position relative to the substrate to a second position relative to the substrate. Related structures are also discussed.

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