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Porous film sensor

US8643463B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 30, 2009
Grant dateFeb 4, 2014
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Expiry dateNov 30, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T428/249921
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A method of forming a film is described. The method begins by forming a mixture including a polymer and a plurality of unordered nanomaterial. The film is dried and a plurality of pores is formed within the film. A sensitive film transducer capable of detecting changes in pressure and applied force can be made using this method.

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