Methods and apparatus for ultraviolet sterilization

Methods and apparatus for ultraviolet sterilization are provided. The apparatus can include a housing having an opening through which objects can be inserted for sterilization, a killing chamber having an inner surface that is substantially reflective at ultraviolet wavelengths; and at least one ult...

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Hauptverfasser: NARAYAN DREW G, HEBRANK JOHN H, MCNEIL LAURIE E, HUNTER CHARLES E
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Sprache:eng
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Zusammenfassung:Methods and apparatus for ultraviolet sterilization are provided. The apparatus can include a housing having an opening through which objects can be inserted for sterilization, a killing chamber having an inner surface that is substantially reflective at ultraviolet wavelengths; and at least one ultraviolet radiation source inside the housing. The methods and apparatus are well suited for medical tools, dental tools, body art tools, and baby feeding related objects.