Portable ultra violet C sanitizer

Abstract

The Portable Ultra Violet C Sanitizer is a self-contained, portable, self-shut-off, preprogrammed/programmable UVC light irradiation microorganism inactivation device that more effectively, efficiently and safely sanitizes surfaces than comparable products presently on the market. Advantageously, the device provides a faster alternative for UVC sterilization of a surface, while protecting the operator from potentially dangerous exposure to the UVC radiation.

Claims

1. A self-contained, portable, Ultra Violet C light sterilization chamber, which uniquely actively measures and monitors administration of the UVC dose to ensure it only administers the minimally effective UVC dose required to biologically deactivate the surface of the article placed within the chamber; comprising: a. An integrated UVC sensor, coupled with a microcontroller, to ensure the minimal UVC dose required to deactivate the target organism has been successfully administered, while preventing unnecessary damage to the article be decontaminated b. A housing designed to completely cover the item to be sanitized, so as to protect the user from UVC exposure of any kind c. A series of safety switches/interlocks designed to turn off the lights to protect the user and others from accidental harm due to UVC exposure, if the device's full sealing contact with a table or underneath surface becomes compromised d. A pre-programmed system designed to disengage the lights after the set dose of UVC exposure required to deactivate the selected contaminant has been reached e. An easily removable and rechargeable battery power source f. An adequate amount of UVC light providing high intensity to be discharged from the source to enable a minimal time required for sterilization.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE SEVERAL VIEWS OF THE DRAWINGS

(1) FIG. 1 is a block diagram of the present invention

(2) FIG. 2 is a schematic view, showing how the device functions

(3) FIG. 3 is an isometric view from underneath, showing the UVC light source

(4) FIG. 4 is an isometric view, showing the top of the present invention

(5) FIG. 5 is an isometric view, showing the side of the present invention

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

(6) The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the invention. The present disclosure is to be considered as an exemplification of the invention, and is not intended to limit the invention to the specific embodiments illustrated by the figures or descriptions below. The present invention will now be described by referencing the appended figures representing preferred embodiments.

(7) FIG. 1 is a block diagram of the present invention. Power flows from the battery to the DC to DC converters which then goes to the microcontroller and dual power relays. Once the relays are energized, the power then flows through the safety switches. If the safety switches are depressed, the light bulbs will then be energized and the deactivation process will begin. Once the process initiates, the UVC sensor will begin to measure the amount of UVC light administered and automatically disengage the lights when the predetermined dose has been reached.

(8) FIG. 2 shows a schematic view of the instrumentation and how each component works with the others to perform the end function. The process begins with energy flowing from the battery into the DC to DC converters. One DC to DC converter supplies power to the microcontroller, the other supplies power to the relays. Once the dose of UVC has been selected, via the selection buttons mounted on the device, and the sterilization procedure is initiated, the UVC sensor begins to monitor the UVC light, the relays are tripped, sending power to the ballasts, causing the UVC lights come on. The microcontroller will disengage the relays once the predetermined dose of UVC has been reached, ending the process.

(9) FIG. 3 is an isometric view from underneath, showing the UVC light source. This embodiment protects the user from the potentially harmful UVC rays and, also, houses safety sensors located around the edges and the UVC sensor mounted along one side.

(10) FIG. 4 shows a close-up view of the instrumentation that manages the sanitation process, including the microcontroller, selection buttons, relays, DC to DC converters and other various electronic equipment, such as resistors, capacitors, wiring, etc.

(11) FIG. 5 is an isometric view showing an image representing the elongated sides of the device. This view highlights features such as the integrated handle for ease of use, the removable battery for convenience, the opaque protective enclosure, and the relative location of instruments when viewed from the side.