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Blood tracking system

US8113681B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 10, 2009
Grant dateFeb 14, 2012
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Expiry dateFeb 7, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S362/80
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A blood tracking light includes a first light source emitting blue light, a second light source emitting red light, and a third light source emitting cyan light. The light sources combine to create a light beam that provides a distinct visual appearance to blood. The light sources may include one or more LEDs, including blue LEDs, red LEDs, and cyan LEDs. The intensity of the light sources may be varied to enhance the distinct visual appearance of the blood.

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