Liquid dispensing apparatus and methods

Details Liquid dispensing apparatus and methods Liquid dispensing apparatus and methods

2007-02-13

2007-02-13

Mitchell, Teena (Department: 3771)

Surgery

Liquid medicament atomizer or sprayer

Ultrasonic

C128S203120

Reexamination Certificate

active

10655642

ABSTRACT:
The invention provides methods and apparatus for nebulizing liquids. In one exemplary embodiment, an apparatus is provided which comprises a thin shell member having a front surface, a rear surface, and a plurality of apertures extending therebetween. The apertures are tapered to narrow from the rear surface to the front surface. A liquid supplier is further provided which delivers a predetermined unit volume of liquid to the rear surface. A vibrator vibrates the thin shell member to eject liquid droplets from the front surface of the thin shell member.

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