Wireless tracking system and method for sterilizable object

Details Wireless tracking system and method for sterilizable object Wireless tracking system and method for sterilizable object

2009-06-14

2011-10-11

Lee, Michael G (Department: 2876)

Registers

Systems controlled by data bearing records

Inventory

C235S375000, C235S487000, C235S492000

Reexamination Certificate

active

08033462

ABSTRACT:
The present invention is a method for real-time location monitoring of a sterilizable object. The method includes tracking a location of a sterilizable object bearing a tag. The tag includes a sealed housing, means for detecting a sterilization event and means for transmitting data concerning the sterilization event. The method also includes detecting a sterilization event. The method also includes transmitting a signal that the sterilization event has been detected by the tag.

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