Surface and air sterilization using ultraviolet light and ultrasonic waves
US6576188B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 14, 2000 |
| Grant date | Jun 10, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 14, 2021 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L9/20
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method and apparatus for sterilizing organic or inorganic matter through simultaneous exposure to ultraviolet light energy and ultrasonic wave energy in a non-aqueous environment such as air. The method is suitable for use in a chamber or in a mass production assembly line setting. Purification of air is similarly accomplished using simultaneous exposure to ultraviolet light and ultrasonic energy waves.
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