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Method and apparatus for washing or hydration of ophthalmic devices

US6695988B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateMar 27, 2001
Grant dateFeb 24, 2004
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Expiry dateMay 20, 2021

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S134/901
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

This invention discloses an apparatus and method for hydrating or washing ophthalmic devices, comprising the step of directing to an ophthalmic device having a higher concentration of impurities fluid which has previously been directed to ophthalmic device having a lower concentration of impurities. Further, this invention provides a preferred device supporting member.

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