Thermal measuring and testing – Temperature measurement – With removable cover for sensor
Reexamination Certificate
2008-04-08
2008-04-08
Verbitsky, Gail (Department: 2855)
Thermal measuring and testing
Temperature measurement
With removable cover for sensor
C374S208000
Reexamination Certificate
active
11286620
ABSTRACT:
A probe cover for a tympanic thermometer probe comprises a generally tubular body having an opening for receiving the thermometer probe and an infrared transparent window at a distal end thereof. In one embodiment, a film support extends radially inward from the distal end of the body and supports an infrared transparent film spanning the window. The film support has an inner edge that is substantially free from corners turning in the plane of the window. A plurality of end ribs are spaced apart and disposed about an inner circumference of the distal end of the body to engage a distal end of the thermometer probe and form an insulating gap by preventing contact of the film by the thermometer probe. The insulating gap also extends proximally into spaces between the end ribs, reducing thermal contact between the thermometer probe and a circumferential inner surface of the probe cover.
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Meier Kevin C.
Schuessler Wayne
Swisher David Rork
Walker Clarence
Covidien AG
Jarmolowicz Edward S.
Verbitsky Gail
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