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Microchip devices with improved reservoir opening

  • US 20020183721A1
  • Filed: 05/31/2002
  • Published: 12/05/2002
  • Est. Priority Date: 05/31/2001
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A microchip device for the controlled release or exposure of molecules or secondary devices comprising:

  • a substrate having a plurality of reservoirs;

    reservoir contents comprising molecules, a secondary device, or both, located in the reservoirs;

    reservoir caps positioned on the reservoirs over the reservoir contents;

    electrical activation means for disintegrating the reservoir cap to initiate exposure or release of the reservoir contents in selected reservoirs; and

    a current distribution means, a stress induction means, or both, operably engaged with or integrated into the reservoir cap, to enhance reservoir cap disintegration.

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