Thermal coverings
US7763061B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 23, 2004 |
| Grant date | Jul 27, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 27, 2026 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2007/0062
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A thermal covering that comprises a thermoregulatory substrate is provided. The thermoregulatory substrate contains an exothermic coating formed from an oxidizable metal. The exothermic coating is generally free of moisture prior to activation. Exposure of the exothermic coating to oxygen and moisture activates an exothermic reaction to generate heat, such heat being transferable to a patient or user through an outer surface defined by the thermal covering.
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