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Methods and devices for nebulizing fluids

US6543443B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateJul 12, 2000
Grant dateApr 8, 2003
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Expiry dateJul 12, 2020

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB05B7/0408
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A nebulizing device having two or more nebulizing elements. The nebulizing device may be used to deliver two or more fluids to the patient or may be used for enhanced fluid flow of a single fluid. The nebulizing elements are preferably vibrating elements with holes therein through which the fluid is expelled when the vibrating elements are vibrated.

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