Manifold designs, and flow control in multichannel...

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2003-10-27

2008-09-09

Warden, Jill (Department: 1797)

Chemistry: analytical and immunological testing

Including sample preparation

Volumetric liquid transfer

C422S091000, C422S105000, C422S105000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07422910

ABSTRACT:
Novel manifolds and methods of flow through manifolds are described. Apparatus and techniques are described in which flow from a relatively large volume header is equally distributed to process channels. Methods of making laminated, microchannel devices are also described.

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