Radiant energy – Ionic separation or analysis – With sample supply means
Reexamination Certificate
2011-07-05
2011-07-05
Kim, Robert (Department: 2881)
Radiant energy
Ionic separation or analysis
With sample supply means
C250S281000, C250S282000, C250S42300F
Reexamination Certificate
active
07973278
ABSTRACT:
This invention provides a method of aligning a capillary needle, a set of electrodes, and an input to a mass spectrometer. The electrode system is formed as an assembly of two separate chips and forms an ionization device. Each chip is formed on an insulating plastic substrate. The first chip carries mechanical alignment features for the capillary electrospray needle together with a set of partial electrodes. The second chip carries a set of partial electrodes. The complete electrode system is formed when the chips are assembled in a stacked configuration.
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Bishop & Diehl, Ltd.
Ippolito Rausch Nicole
Kim Robert
Microsaic Systems Limited
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