Method and apparatus for transferring thin films from a source position to a target position
CA 2496652 A1 · Owner: Derby, Stephen · Inventors: Pawlik, Juergen; Hoppes, Glen; Saunders, Glenn
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A method and apparatus for handling thin films for example, for handling and , assembling membranes in fuel cell electrodes. The apparatus includes a translatable vacuum table for mounting the thin film a perforated drum having , a source of vacuum for removing the thin film from the vacuum table and a , transfer assembly having a perforated surface and a source of vacuum for transferring the thin film from the perforated drum to a target location. When the thin films are provided in containers the apparatus may also include , means for opening the containers to access the thin film within. Removal of the thin film from the transfer assembly may be aided by a thin film release device, …
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