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Fluid application device and method

US8979785B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 29, 2009
Grant dateMar 17, 2015
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Expiry dateJan 31, 2033

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61M35/006
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An applicator device for applying a fluid is provided. The applicator device may include a handle. The handle may comprise an elongate hollow body having a proximal end and a distal end and at least one longitudinal, interior rib disposed on an inner surface of an outer wall of the hollow body and configured to orient and guide a container for containing the fluid when the container is disposed within the hollow body. In addition, the applicator device may include a base at the distal end of the hollow body. Further, the applicator device may include an applicator pad coupled to the base.

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