Systems and methods for sanitizing mobile electronic devices
US12274803B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 29, 2024 |
| Grant date | Apr 15, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 29, 2044 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L2202/122
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
This disclosure includes a description of a sanitizing system for sanitizing a mobile electronic device comprising: a housing; a sanitizer contained within the housing configured to emit radiation with a sanitizing effect; and an entry system with a default closed position, the entry system being configured to permit a mobile electronic device to pass through the entry system and then automatically return to the default closed position, the entry system comprising a first outer enclosure and a second inner obstruction; wherein the entry system blocks radiation emitted within the sanitizing system to a level acceptable for consumer use, or wherein the second inner obstruction provides more radiation attenuation than the first outer enclosure, and/or wherein the combination of the first outer enclosure and the second inner obstruction provides more radiation attenuation than the first outer enclosure by itself. Disclosed are internal reflectors to help distribute sanitizing radiation generally evenly.
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