MICROCHANNEL APPARATUS, METHODS OF MAKING MICROCHANNEL APPARATUS, AND PROCESSES OF CONDUCTING UNIT OPERATIONS

摘要

Novel methods of making laminated, microchannel devices are described. Examples include: assembly from thin strips rather than sheets; and hot isostatic pressing (HIPing) to form devices with a hermetically sealed wall. Laminated microchannel articles having novel features are also described. Th e invention includes processes conducted using any of the articles described.< /SDOAB>