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Humidity control method and apparatus for use in an enclosed assembly

US7815127B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 16, 2009
Grant dateOct 19, 2010
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Expiry dateJan 16, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG11B33/1453
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A humidity control method and apparatus that can be utilized to provide humidity control within an enclosed assembly such as a disc drive. The apparatus includes a container that is at least partially formed of a material through which water vapor can freely move. The apparatus also includes a humidity-controlling mixture that comprises at least one salt and a superabsorbent polymer. The humidity-controlling mixture is enclosed within the container.

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