View source for 18375202. BRUSHES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS FOR POST-CMP CLEANING OF A SURFACE simplified abstract (ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC.)

=BRUSHES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS FOR POST-CMP CLEANING OF A SURFACE=


==Organization Name==

[[:Category:ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC.|ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC.]]


[[Category:ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC.]]

==Inventor(s)==

[[:Category:Bradley Scott Withers of El Dorado Hills CA (US)|Bradley Scott Withers of El Dorado Hills CA (US)]][[Category:Bradley Scott Withers of El Dorado Hills CA (US)]]

[[:Category:Corey Alan Hughes of Sacramento CA (US)|Corey Alan Hughes of Sacramento CA (US)]][[Category:Corey Alan Hughes of Sacramento CA (US)]]

==BRUSHES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS FOR POST-CMP CLEANING OF A SURFACE - A simplified explanation of the abstract==


This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18375202 titled 'BRUSHES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS FOR POST-CMP CLEANING OF A SURFACE

==Simplified Explanation==

The patent application describes a brush for cleaning a substrate, with a porous polymeric brush body featuring microtexture contact surfaces and a brush support for coupling to an actuator.

* The brush body is made of porous polymeric material.
* The contact surfaces of the brush body have a microtexture for effective cleaning.
* The brush support is designed to connect the brush body to an actuator for mechanical operation.

== Potential Applications ==
The technology could be used in various cleaning applications such as:
* Cleaning electronic components
* Surface preparation in manufacturing processes
* Cleaning delicate surfaces like lenses or screens

== Problems Solved ==
The brush addresses the following issues:
* Efficient cleaning of substrates with delicate surfaces
* Ensuring thorough cleaning without causing damage
* Providing a reliable and controllable cleaning solution

== Benefits ==
The technology offers several benefits, including:
* Improved cleaning performance
* Reduced risk of damage to sensitive substrates
* Enhanced control and precision in cleaning processes

== Potential Commercial Applications ==
The brush innovation could find commercial applications in:
* Electronics manufacturing
* Optical lens production
* Automotive industry for surface cleaning

== Possible Prior Art ==
One possible prior art could be traditional brushes with rigid bristles that may not be suitable for delicate substrate cleaning.

=== Unanswered Questions ===

== How does the microtexture on the contact surfaces enhance cleaning efficiency? ==
The microtexture increases the contact area with the substrate, improving debris removal and overall cleaning effectiveness.

== What materials are suitable for the porous polymeric brush body? ==
Various polymers like silicone, polyethylene, or polypropylene could be suitable for the brush body, depending on the specific cleaning requirements and compatibility with the substrate.


==Original Abstract Submitted==

An example brush for cleaning of a substrate includes: a porous polymeric brush body having one or more contact surfaces for cleaning the substrate, the one or more contact surfaces comprising a microtexture; and a brush support configured to mechanically couple the brush body to an actuator.



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