Micropump for pumping of fluid, has diaphragm, which is extended over cross section of fluid channel, and has fluid component with passage by diaphragm

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This patent describes a micropump that uses a diaphragm extending across a fluid channel, combined with a specifically designed fluid component, to create controlled, directional fluid movement. The design ensures that fluid flows more easily in one direction than the other when the diaphragm moves back and forth, resulting in effective pumping.

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• Medical devices for precise drug delivery
• Microfluidic systems in laboratories for sample handling
• Inkjet printers for accurate ink delivery
• Cooling systems for small electronics
• Fuel delivery in miniature combustion engines

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• Enables precise control of small fluid volumes
• Compact and suitable for miniaturized systems
• Versatile diaphragm material options for different applications
• No need for valves, reducing complexity and risk of failure
• Enhanced efficiency due to directional flow design

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Patent Abstract

The micropump (1) has a diaphragm (2), which is extended over a cross section of a fluid channel (10), and has a fluid component (4) with a passage (4a) by the diaphragm. The fluid component is formed in such a manner that the flow resistance by the fluid component during a deflection of the diaphragm is larger in a direction than flow resistance by the fluid component during a deflection of diaphragm in another direction. The reciprocating deflection of diaphragm causes net fluid current by fluid component in former direction. The diaphragm has a metal, plastic, glass, ceramic or silicon. An independent claim is included for a method for pumping of fluid with a micropump.