Device having light source to reduce surface pathogens
US9572901B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 6, 2013 |
| Grant date | Feb 21, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 25, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04M1/17
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A self-disinfecting device includes a housing with translucent material and an internal light source that is used to reduce surface pathogens on the translucent material. The device includes a processor and a light source positioned within the housing. At least a portion of the housing is translucent to radiation, and the light source emits radiation at a wavelength and an intensity that kills pathogens residing on the outer surface of the housing.
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