Chemical apparatus and process disinfecting – deodorizing – preser – Analyzer – structured indicator – or manipulative laboratory... – Miscellaneous laboratory apparatus and elements – per se
Reexamination Certificate
2005-04-29
2011-12-06
Ludlow, Jan M (Department: 1773)
Chemical apparatus and process disinfecting, deodorizing, preser
Analyzer, structured indicator, or manipulative laboratory...
Miscellaneous laboratory apparatus and elements, per se
C422S502000, C422S503000
Reexamination Certificate
active
08071056
ABSTRACT:
The movement and mixing of microdroplets through microchannels is described employing silicon-based microscale devices, comprising microdroplet transport channels, reaction regions, electrophoresis modules, and radiation detectors. The discrete droplets are differentially heated and propelled through etched channels. Electronic components are fabricated on the same substrate material, allowing sensors and controlling circuitry to be incorporated in the same device.
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Burns Mark A.
Chen Michael
Johnson Brian N.
Ludlow Jan M
Medlen & Carroll LLP
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