Microfluidic droplet generator
US9327303B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 20, 2011 |
| Grant date | May 3, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 7, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01N2035/1041
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A microfluidic droplet generator device, a kit of parts for assembling a microfluidic droplet generator device, and a method of generating microfluidic droplets. The generator device comprises a substrate; a microfluidic channel formed in the substrate; a fluid outlet in fluid communication with the microfluidic channel; and a mechanical element configured such that vibration of the mechanical element causes droplet dispensing from the fluid outlet.
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