Methods for forming an imprinting tool
US7186365B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 5, 2003 |
| Grant date | Mar 6, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 15, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH05K2203/0108
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Numerous embodiments of a method and apparatus for forming an imprinting tool are disclosed. In one embodiment, a method of forming an imprinting tool comprises forming a first mold by use of one or more printing processes, forming a second mold from the first mold, and forming an imprinting tool from the second mold, where the imprinting tool is formed at least in part by metalizing at least a portion of the second mold.
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