APPARATUS, METHOD, AND SYSTEM FOR THE STERILIZATION AND PURIFICATION OF AN INDOOR ENVIRONMENT

• Main Author: Edwards, JR., Samuel R
• Format: Patent
• Language: English
• Published: 01.06.2023
• Subjects: CHEMICAL ASPECTS OF BANDAGES, DRESSINGS, ABSORBENT PADS, ORSURGICAL ARTICLES; DISINFECTION, STERILISATION, OR DEODORISATION OF AIR; HUMAN NECESSITIES; HYGIENE; MATERIALS FOR BANDAGES, DRESSINGS, ABSORBENT PADS, OR SURGICALARTICLES; MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; METHODS OR APPARATUS FOR STERILISING MATERIALS OR OBJECTS INGENERAL

An apparatus, method, and system for the sterilization and purification of an indoor environment are disclosed. In an example, an apparatus includes a processor, at least one ultraviolet lighting emitting diode ("LED"), an active oxygen generator, and a proximity sensor. The processor is configured to activate at least one of the active oxygen generator or the at least one ultraviolet LED to provide air/surface purification and/or sterilization at a designated time, a designated condition, or upon receiving an instruction. The processor is also configured to receive a signal from the proximity sensor indicative of a presence individual. In response, the processor pauses activation of at least one of the active oxygen generator or the at least one ultraviolet LED, and resumes activation of at least one of the active oxygen generator or the at least one ultraviolet LED when the presence of the individual is no longer detected.