Inline automated chemical analysis signal optimization
US7335877B1 · kind B1 · utility
4Cited by
2References
12Claims
0Family size
Assignee
Inventors
Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 30, 2005 |
| Grant date | Feb 26, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 30, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01J49/165
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
An apparatus and method for improved inline and automated chemical analysis is provided, in particular disclosing signal optimization for an electrospray ionization mass spectrometer apparatus. A substantially inert pathway for ion analysis is provided by using substantially inert metals or polymers for pathway parts. Other enhancements and advantages are also disclosed, including an advantageous probe profile and metal foil cover.
Source: USPTO / EPO open patent data. Objective bibliographic and citation counts.