Method and system for wavelength specific thermal irradiation and treatment
US7425296B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 3, 2004 |
| Grant date | Sep 16, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 21, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02P60/85
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system for direct injection of selected thermal-infrared (IR) wavelength radiation or energy into articles for a wide range of processing purposes is provided. These purposes may include heating, raising or maintaining the temperature of articles, or stimulating a target item in a range of different industrial, medical, consumer, or commercial circumstances. The system is especially applicable to operations that require or benefit from the ability to irradiate at specifically selected wavelengths or to pulse or inject the radiation. The system is particularly advantageous when functioning at higher speeds and in a non-contact environment with the target.
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