Methods for plasma sterilization using packaging material
US8980175B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 4, 2011 |
| Grant date | Mar 17, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 26, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65B55/18
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
There are provided methods for sterilizing and/or disinfecting an object. The methods can comprise exposing the object disposed in a packaging material having at least one open end to an afterglow plasma, wherein the packaging material is non-porous and is transparent to UV radiation. There are also provided methods for using a packaging material. The methods can comprise disposing an object to be sterilized into the packaging material, the packaging material being non-porous, transparent to UV radiation, and having at least one open end; and exposing the object and the packaging material having at least one open end, to an afterglow of a plasma, thereby at least substantially protecting the object to be sterilized.
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