Method for optical detection of bio-contaminants
US10036705B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 29, 2016 |
| Grant date | Jul 31, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 20, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01N2201/105
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method for optical detection of residual soil on articles (such as medical instruments and equipment), after completion of a washing or a rinsing operation by a washer. A soil detection system provides an indication of soil on the articles by detecting luminescent radiation emanating from the soil in the presence of ambient light.
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