Automated system and method for hair removal
US10299871B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 21, 2016 |
| Grant date | May 28, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 11, 2037 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M37/0076
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Automated systems and methods for removing hair from a body surface is provided. The methods and systems are semi- or fully automated. Some of the steps of the methods comprise determining a hair growth phase and selecting hair follicles for depilation based at least in part of the identified hair growth phase. The energy delivery device may be attached to the robotic arm and directed to align with the hair follicle to be depilated.
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