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Device for detecting mold

US11726022B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 12, 2019
Grant dateAug 15, 2023
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Expiry dateFeb 13, 2040

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01N2021/945
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A mold sensor include a housing that defines an enclosed chamber in which a nutrient-treated substrate is positioned. The mold sensor includes a substrate advancement mechanism that is configured to selectively move the substrate to expose a surface of the substrate within the chamber. The mold sensor includes a sensor configured to detect mold growth on the substrate within the chamber.

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