| abstract |
A microfabricated chemical reactor, comprising: a sleeve reaction sleeve (42; 240) constructed of: a material selected from the group consisting of ceramic materials, metals, metal alloys, composite materials and combinations thereof; or one or more materials not based on silicon, with the proviso that the materials are not polymeric; said sleeve reaction chamber (41, 240) including a groove (42; 243) therein to receive an insert (105) or a tube (45; 245) containing a reaction mixture (46) and at least one heater (57; 65; 70; 246) coupled with said sleeve reaction chamber to heat the reaction mixture. |