Device for grasping and active release of micro and nano objects
US8979149B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 17, 2009 |
| Grant date | Mar 17, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 28, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S977/962
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Micro-nanomanipulation device that is capable of grasping and actively releasing micro or nanometer-sized objects in ambient and vacuum environments as well as methods of manufacturing the devices of the present invention. The micro-nanomanipulation device includes gripping arms, an active release plunger to impact or push objects, and microactuators that actuate the gripping arms and the active release plunger.
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