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System and method to regulate temperature

US8257417B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 12, 2009
Grant dateSep 4, 2012
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Expiry dateJul 26, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61F2007/0292
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A system and method for thermal regulation, the system comprising a bedding element that is configured to enclose at least a part of a living being or other object. The system further comprising a temperature regulation element that is included in the bedding element and that includes a phase change material which changes between a liquid phase and a solid phase within the desired temperature range.

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