Antimicrobial lighting system
US9642358B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 12, 2013 |
| Grant date | May 9, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 31, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA01N25/34
- WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Provided is a system enhancing control of bacterial growth by combining antimicrobial additives and surface micro-structure patterns on outer surfaces of a device, such as a lighting fixture. The system physically decreases bio-adhesion between microbes and substrates applied to the outer surfaces. The system combines a surface micro-structured component with an antimicrobial component to generate a single component.
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