SAMPLE MOUNTS FOR MICROCRYSTAL CRYSTALLOGRAPHY
    85.
    发明公开
    SAMPLE MOUNTS FOR MICROCRYSTAL CRYSTALLOGRAPHY 有权
    样品架关于结晶微晶

    公开(公告)号:EP1623202A4

    公开(公告)日:2007-04-18

    申请号:EP04722504

    申请日:2004-03-22

    Abstract: Sample mounts (10) for mounting microcrystals of biological macromolecules for X-ray crystallography are prepared by using patterned thin polyimide films (12) that have curvature imparted thereto, for example, by being attached to a curved outer surface of a small metal rod (16). The patterned film (12) preferably includes a tapered tip end (24) for holding a crystal. Preferably, a small sample aperture is disposed in the film for reception of the crystal. A second, larger aperture can also be provided that is connected to the sample aperture by a drainage channel, allowing removal of excess liquid and easier manipulation in viscous solutions. The curvature imparted to the film (12) increases the film's rigidity and allows a convenient scoop-like action for retrieving crystals. The polyimide contributes minimally to background and absorption, and can be treated to obtain desired hydrophobicity or hydrophilicity.

    EFG CRYSTAL GROWTH APPARATUS AND METHOD
    86.
    发明公开
    EFG CRYSTAL GROWTH APPARATUS AND METHOD 有权
    EFG-晶体生长设备和方法

    公开(公告)号:EP1372805A2

    公开(公告)日:2004-01-02

    申请号:EP01998076.2

    申请日:2001-12-20

    Abstract: An improved mechanical arrangement controls the introduction of silicon particles into an EFG (Edge-defined Film-fed Growth) crucible/die unit (20A) for melt replenishment during a crystal growth run. A feeder unit (124) injects silicon particles upwardly through a center hub (114) of the crucible/die unit (20A) and the mechanical arrangement intercepts the injected particles and directs them so that they drop into the melt in a selected region of the crucible and at a velocity which reduces splashing, whereby to reduce the likelihood of interruption of the growth process due to formation of solid mass of silicon on the center hub (114) and adjoining components. The invention also comprises use of a Faraday ring (300) to alter the ratio of the electrical currents flowing through primary (296) and secondary (298) induction heating coils that heat the crucible die unit (20A) and the mechanical arrangement.

    APPARATUS FOR GROWING HOLLOW CRYSTALLINE BODIES FROM THE MELT
    88.
    发明公开
    APPARATUS FOR GROWING HOLLOW CRYSTALLINE BODIES FROM THE MELT 失效
    设备技术生长晶体空心体从熔体中。

    公开(公告)号:EP0608213A1

    公开(公告)日:1994-08-03

    申请号:EP91916079.0

    申请日:1991-07-09

    Applicant: SAPHIKON, INC.

    Abstract: A single crystal dome is formed from a surface of revolution and grown from a liquid material on a linear die surface wettable by the molten material. A seed crystal is supported in a position spaced from an axis of revolution which lies in the plane of the wettable surface, and the seed crystal is rotated around the axis of revolution to generate a curved surface having a predetermined radius of curvature. The seed crystal is supported in a predetermined orientation of one of its axes with respect to the wetted surface of commencement of growth.

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