Light source disinfection in a pneumatic transport system
US9439996B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 28, 2014 |
| Grant date | Sep 13, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 30, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02A50/20
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Provided herein are systems, apparatuses and methods for use in disinfecting pneumatic tube system (PTS) components and/or disinfecting air displaced during the operation of a PTS. More specifically, various aspects are directed to the use of light source disinfection systems for disabling bacteria, viruses and/or other micro-organisms (hereafter “pathogens”) in a PTS. The light source disinfection systems allow of cleaning pneumatic carriers, cleaning the interior of pneumatic tubes and PTS components and/or cleaning air, which is used to propel pneumatic carriers in a PTS.
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