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Methods and systems for operating an aerosol generator

US7331339B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 23, 2004
Grant dateFeb 19, 2008
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Expiry dateApr 14, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65D2203/00
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A nebule comprising at least one identification marker or label can be coupled an aerosol generator. The identification marker can be sensed by a sensing device on the aerosol generator so as to identify the liquid in the nebule to the controller of the aerosol generator. The controller of the aerosol generator can control the aerosol generator based on the information read from the identification marker.

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