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Ultraviolet radiation light emitting diode device

US7842932B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 2, 2008
Grant dateNov 30, 2010
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Expiry dateJan 20, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH10H20/835
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

There is disclosed an ultraviolet radiation device. The device comprises a base portion, a plurality of semiconductor structures connected to the base portion and an ultraviolet radiation transparent element connected to the plurality of semiconductor structures. Preferably: (i) the at least one light emitting diode is in direct contact with the ultraviolet radiation transparent element, or (ii) there is a spacing between the at least one light emitting diode and the ultraviolet radiation transparent element, the spacing being substantially completely free of air. There is also disclosed a fluid treatment system incorporating the ultraviolet radiation device.

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