Sterilization of packages and their contents using light

Details Sterilization of packages and their contents using light Sterilization of packages and their contents using light

2006-05-02

2006-05-02

Lee, John R. (Department: 2881)

Radiant energy

Supported for nonsignalling objects of irradiation

With source support

C422S024000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07038219

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus, and related methods for sterilizing microorganisms in a container, the apparatus consists of the container including a blister formed therein and a backing material that together with the blister form a cavity in which is contained a contact lens and a preservative fluid. A flashlamp generates high-intensity, short-duration pulses of light for deactivating microorganisms within the container by illuminating the container with the pulses of light having been generated.

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