Method and apparatus for rapid sterilization
US10543289B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 6, 2017 |
| Grant date | Jan 28, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 31, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01S3/2256
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Methods and systems for sterilizing a tools and equipment are disclosed, including using a UV source to generate a pulsed UV light within or exterior to an enclosure having a highly reflecting diffuse inner coated surface; and absorbing the pulsed light to sterilize. Other embodiments are described and claimed.
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