Antimicrobial and microstatic sensor systems
US12390562B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 19, 2021 |
| Grant date | Aug 19, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 28, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L2420/06
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A sensor control device and methods of making them are described. The sensor control device includes an electronics housing and a plug assembly. The electronics housing includes an upper shell matable to a lower mount having a skin-facing surface. The plug assembly is coupled to the electronics housing and includes a sensor module that has a sensor and a sharp module having a sharp. The plug assembly includes a base having a skin-facing surface and a plug portion comprising a lumen therethrough. At least a portion of a surface of the electronics housing or the plug assembly comprises an antimicrobial agent. The antimicrobial agent may be a metal and/or a metal oxide.
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