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Facilitating release of silicone hydrogel ophthalmic lenses

US7789507B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 7, 2007
Grant dateSep 7, 2010
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Expiry dateMar 25, 2028

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB29L2011/0041
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

This invention includes methods and systems for processing hydrogel biomedical devices, such as ophthalmic lenses using polyethylene glycol to facilitate release of the devices from a mold part.

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