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Method and apparatus for improving the durability of a sensor

  • US 5,507,286 A
  • Filed: 12/23/1993
  • Issued: 04/16/1996
  • Est. Priority Date: 12/23/1993
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A method for improving the durability of an otherwise disposable sensor, wherein said disposable sensor includes at least one light emitting diode, at least one photocell detector, and an attached first adhesive material, said method comprising the steps of:

  • a) modifying the disposable sensor to conform to a uniform size wherein said modifying includes removing said first adhesive material;

    b) providing a laminating material of the appropriate shape for its intended use;

    c) creating a first aperture in said laminating material which is at least as large as the size of said diode;

    d) creating a second aperture in said laminating material which is at least as large as the size of said detector;

    e) laminating said disposable sensor with said laminating material such that said first aperture is positioned homologously with said diode and wherein said second aperture is positioned homologously with said detector;

    f) inserting said disposable sensor into a sleeveg) providing a second adhesive material of the appropriate shape for attachment to a subject'"'"'s finger; and

    h) coupling said adhesive material to said sleeve.

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