Systems and methods for disinfecting a remote control using ultraviolet light
US11271413B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 26, 2019 |
| Grant date | Mar 8, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 9, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L2202/122
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A remote control having an ultraviolet light emitting device for disinfecting the outer surfaces of the remote control is disclosed. In particular, the remote control may include an ultraviolet transmissive housing and internal ultraviolet emitting light emitting diodes. The ultraviolet transmissive housing allows the light from the internally mounted ultraviolet emitters to pass through the remote control's housing and kill bacteria, viruses, and other micro-organisms on the outer surface of the remote control by employing methods to automate safe and effective operations of ultraviolet light.
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