Decontamination Device and Method

摘要

The present invention relates to a device and method for decontamination. The device and method can be used to eradicate airborne and surface organic molecules and microorganisms, including pathogens, bacteria, and imbedded odors either on surfaces or items. The device includes a means to generate vapor-phase hydrogen peroxide, purified ozone and hydrogen radicals using UV light which treats fluids in multi-chambers, with passive or active mixing of the fluids taking place, prior to release of the treated fluid onto the surfaces or items to be treated. The method includes use of the device noted in an enclosed space, operated at a specified temperature and relative humidity range, by an operator outside the enclosed space. The surfaces and items are placed within the enclosed space for treatment.

主权项

1) A DEVICE for decontamination, comprising:
a) a first enclosed chamber 1 with an opening 2 for the purpose of bringing fluid into the chamber using a fan 3; b) at least one source of ultraviolet radiation 5 within the first enclosed chamber; c) openings 8 located in the first enclosed chamber which will allow fluid passage from the first enclosed chamber; d) a second enclosed chamber 7 fixedly attached to the first enclosed chamber and sharing the side of the first enclosed which contains the openings 8, whereby fluid can move from the first enclosed chamber to the second enclosed chamber; e) an opening 9 in the second enclosed chamber which is on the opposite side of the side in which the openings 8 are located, but not located directly across from them, whereby the fluid contained in the second enclosed chamber can leave the chamber; f) an attachment 11 fixedly attached to the exit 9 located in the second enclosed chamber, which would allow the fluid to be directed in several distinct directions.