Composite sensor membrane

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2008-03-18

2008-03-18

Warden, Jill (Department: 1743)

Chemical apparatus and process disinfecting, deodorizing, preser

Analyzer, structured indicator, or manipulative laboratory...

Means for analyzing liquid or solid sample

C422S068100, C422S082050, C422S098000, C204S403010, C204S412000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07344678

ABSTRACT:
A sensor may include a membrane to deflect in response to a change in surface stress, where a layer on the membrane is to couple one or more probe molecules with the membrane. The membrane may deflect when a target molecule reacts with one or more probe molecules.

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