Microfluidic cartridge assembly
US9855554B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 22, 2014 |
| Grant date | Jan 2, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 22, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01L2400/0655
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
According to aspects of the present invention, a cartridge assembly for transporting fluid into or out of one or more fluidic devices includes a first layer and a second layer. The first layer includes a first surface. The first surface includes at least one partial channel disposed thereon. The second layer abuts the first surface, thereby forming a channel from the at least one partial channel. At least one of the first layer and the second layer is a resilient layer formed from a pliable material. At least one of the first layer and the second layer includes a via hole. The via hole is aligned with the channel to pass fluid thereto. The via hole is configured to pass fluid through the first layer or the second layer substantially perpendicularly to the channel. Embossments are also used to define aspects of a fluidic channel.
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