Nanostructure-based heating devices and methods of use
US9198232B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 7, 2009 |
| Grant date | Nov 24, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 3, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH05B2214/04
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A heating device having a thermally conducting member made from a matrix of carbon nanotubes and having opposing ends. A connector portion can be positioned at each end of the conducting member, and can be capable of receiving a current from an external source to permit the conducting member to generate heat. A coupling mechanism can be included and associated with the connector portion so as to provide the connector portion with substantially uniform contact across a contact surface area with the conducting member. Methods of using the heating device are also disclosed.
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