Apparatus for producing activated water and use thereof

Abstract

The present application belongs to the technical field of water treatment, and provides a device for producing activated water and application thereof. The device for producing activated water comprises a column and ores filled in the column. The diameter-length ratio of the column is 4:160-400, and the ores contain manganese and strontium. The method for preparing activated water by using the device for producing activated water is as follows: water flows through the ores from the top of the column at a controlled flow rate, and then flows out from the bottom to obtain activated water. The device is simple to manufacture, low in cost and easy to operate, and is conducive to reducing cost and industrial promotion. The preparation method is simple and fast, and different sizes of water molecules can be prepared by changing the diameter-length ratio or flow rate according to needs, to obtain sub-molecular water or small-molecular water. The prepared sub-molecular water or small-molecular water can improve the dissolution performance of functional ingredients, promote the absorption effect of functional ingredients and water, and is applied in the field of cosmetics, so as to improve the product effect of cosmetics.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention belongs to the field of water treatment technology, specifically relating to an apparatus for producing activated water and its application. Background Technology

[0002] Modern research has discovered that water in nature does not exist as a single molecule, but rather as molecular clusters formed by hydrogen bonds. These intermolecular hydrogen bonds are a type of intermolecular force, existing in a dynamic equilibrium of constant breaking and binding in liquid water. Since there is currently a lack of direct methods to measure the structure of water molecule clusters, the size of these clusters is generally represented by the half-width of the water vibration frequencies measured by nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR). A larger half-width indicates a larger cluster, and a smaller half-width indicates a smaller cluster. As water molecule clusters become smaller, their solubility, permeability, metabolic activity, diffusivity, and emulsifying properties all increase. Water with a half-width >100 Hz is generally classified as large-molecule water, more precisely, water with a half-width >140 Hz. Water with a half-width <100 Hz is classified as small-molecule water, and water with a half-width <80 Hz is considered strictly speaking small-molecule water. Research has found that natural high-quality drinking water… 17 O-NMR half-width is generally in the range of 70-90Hz. Tap water is generally composed of 12-13 water molecules, with a half-width of about 121Hz; purified water is composed of 30-40 water molecules, with a half-width of about 149Hz.

[0003] Currently, the main technologies and methods for improving water activity include: mechanical methods, thermal treatment methods, strong field methods (strong electric field, micro electric field, magnetic field, ultrasound, etc.), and weak field methods (bio-wave catalysis, far-infrared energy catalysis, quantum technology, etc.). Due to the special nature of the pharmaceutical and cosmetic fields, weak field methods have become the preferred choice. Common methods include tourmaline, far-infrared ceramics, magnets, and bamboo charcoal water activation technologies. For example, Chinese patent application number 202410305969.3 discloses a low-hertz water incubator device, including: an incubation tank, a mineralization plate, and an electrode excitation device. The tank wall is made of a mixture of purple clay, kaolin, and carbon nanotubes, and the mineralization plate is made of kaolin, loess, purple clay, titanium dioxide, and tourmaline. Chinese patent application number 202310976395.8 discloses a process for producing mineralized small molecule water clusters. It selects high-quality tourmaline, mokuyu stone, and maifan stone as mineralization raw materials. The tourmaline, mokuyu stone, and maifan stone are mixed in a volume ratio of 30:1:5:5 to mineralize pure water and produce mineralized small molecule water clusters. Summary of the Invention

[0004] To address the aforementioned technical problems, this invention provides an apparatus for producing activated water and its application. Large molecule water flows through ore in the apparatus to obtain activated water, i.e., submolecular or small molecule water. The amount of ore filling is inversely proportional to the half-width of the water; that is, a larger filling amount results in a smaller half-width, and a smaller filling amount results in a larger half-width. The flow rate is directly proportional to the half-width of the water; that is, a faster flow rate results in a larger half-width, and vice versa. The diameter-to-length ratio of the column is inversely proportional to the half-width of the water; that is, a smaller diameter-to-length ratio results in a larger half-width, and vice versa. By controlling the ore filling amount, diameter-to-length ratio, and flow rate using the apparatus of this invention, the half-width of the activated water can be adjusted, thereby obtaining submolecular or small molecule water.

[0005] To achieve this objective, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: In a first aspect, the present invention provides an apparatus for producing activated water, comprising a column and ore filled in the column, wherein the diameter-to-length ratio of the column is 4:160~400, and the ore contains manganese and strontium.

[0006] Preferably, the diameter-to-length ratio of the column is 4:400.

[0007] Preferably, the particle size of the ore is 0.5cm to 5cm.

[0008] Preferably, the ore filling rate is 40% to 80%. More preferably, the ore filling rate is 80%.

[0009] Preferably, the top of the column is provided with a water inlet and the bottom is provided with a water outlet, and a water control valve is provided at the water outlet.

[0010] Preferably, the column is made of glass or stainless steel.

[0011] Secondly, the present invention also provides a method for preparing activated water using the aforementioned apparatus for producing activated water, wherein water flows from the top of the column through the ore and flows out from the bottom to obtain activated water under controlled flow rate.

[0012] Preferably, the water flow velocity is 0.01 cm / s to 0.2 cm / s. More preferably, the water flow velocity is 0.01 cm / s.

[0013] Preferably, saponins are added to water at a ratio of water:saponin = 100mL: 0.025g~0.1g.

[0014] Preferably, the saponin is one of the following: monomeric saponin, saponin composition, or total saponin. The monomeric saponin is any one of ginsenoside Rg1, ginsenoside Rb1, ginsenoside Rd, ginsenoside Re, notoginsenoside R1, ginsenoside Rg3, ginsenoside Rh1, ginsenoside Rh2, or ginsenoside CK. The saponin composition is any one of the following: ginsenoside diol type, ginsenoside triol type, notoginsenoside diol type, notoginsenoside triol type, ginsenoside diol type, or ginsenoside triol type. The total saponin is any one of the following: total notoginseng saponins, total ginseng saponins, or total ginseng saponins. In this invention, ginsenoside Rg1, notoginsenoside triol type, and total ginseng saponins are used as examples.

[0015] Preferably, the water is deionized water or purified water, and the activated water is sub-molecular water or small molecule water.

[0016] 17 O-NMR half-width of 100Hz is considered the boundary defining large and small water molecules. Commonly used tap water has a half-width of around 121Hz, well-known purified water has a half-width of around 149Hz, and truly small water molecules have a half-width <80Hz. The functions and effects of water with a half-width between 120Hz and 80Hz have not been studied. This invention will... 17 For the first time, water with a half-width of 100±20Hz under O-NMR is defined as submolecular water. The size of water molecules is further refined, and the preparation process and function of submolecular water are studied, providing a better basis for the high-quality utilization of water.

[0017] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has at least the following beneficial effects: 1. The equipment for producing activated water is simple to manufacture, low in cost, and easy to operate. It can prepare water molecules with different half-widths using a single component ore, which helps to reduce costs, facilitates mass production, and promotes industrial application.

[0018] 2. The method of preparing activated water using this device is simple and quick, and water molecules with different half-widths can be prepared by changing the diameter-to-length ratio of the column or the flow rate as needed.

[0019] 3. Submolecular or small molecule water prepared using this activated water production device can improve the solubility of active ingredients and promote the absorption of active ingredients and water. When applied in the cosmetics field, it can enhance the efficacy of cosmetic products. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of an apparatus for producing activated water; Figure 2 This is a half-width measurement chart of purified water; Figure 3 This is a half-width detection plot of submolecular water in Example 2; Figure 4 This is a half-width detection plot of submolecular water in Example 3; Figure 5 This is a half-width detection plot of small molecule water from Example 4; Figure 6 This is a half-width detection plot of small molecule water from Example 5; Figure 7 This is a half-width detection plot of submolecular water in Example 6; Figure 8 This is a half-width detection plot of submolecular water in Example 7; Figure 9 This is a half-width detection plot of small molecule water from Example 8; Figure 10 This is a half-width detection plot of submolecular water in Example 9; Figure 11 This is a half-width detection plot of submolecular water in Example 10; Figure 12 This is a half-width detection plot of small molecule water from Example 11; Figure 13 This is a half-width detection plot of small molecule water from Example 12; Figure 14 This is a half-width detection plot of small molecule water from Example 13; Figure 15 This is a half-width detection plot of small molecule water from Example 14; Figure 16 This is a comparison chart of the solubility of submolecular water. Detailed Implementation

[0021] The technical solution of the present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. However, the following examples are merely simplified examples of the present invention and do not represent or limit the scope of protection of the present invention. The scope of protection of the present invention is determined by the claims.

[0022] Unless otherwise specified, the raw materials and materials used in the embodiments of the present invention were purchased through general commercial channels.

[0023] The source information of some of the raw materials and materials involved in the following embodiments or comparative examples is as follows: Purified water, commercially available; Ginsenoside Rg1, purchased from Yuanye, product number S33043; Total saponins of American ginseng, purchased from the original leaves, product number S23035; The Panax notoginseng saponins were prepared in the laboratory using the following method: The Panax notoginseng was pulverized and passed through a 24-mesh sieve. It was then extracted twice with 85% ethanol and water under reflux for 2 hours each time. The filtrates were combined, filtered, and concentrated under reduced pressure until the extract mass did not exceed 100g. 200g of D101 macroporous resin was packed into a column with pure water. The extract was then loaded onto the column and adsorbed overnight. The column was then eluted with water for 4 BV, 30% ethanol and water for 5 BV, and 50% ethanol and water for 7 BV. The 50% ethanol and water eluent was collected, concentrated under reduced pressure, and freeze-dried to obtain the final product.

[0024] <Example 1> This embodiment provides a detailed description of the apparatus for producing activated water and its usage.

[0025] like Figure 1 As shown, the apparatus for producing activated water includes a column 1 and ore 2 filled inside the column 1. The column 1 is made of glass or stainless steel, and is cylindrical with a diameter-to-length ratio of 4:160~400. The upper end of the column 1 has a water inlet connected to an inlet pipe 3; the lower end has a water outlet connected to an external stainless steel water storage tank via an outlet pipe 4. Figure 1 (Not shown in the image). A water control valve 5 is installed on the outlet pipe 4 to control the water flow rate. The water flow rate can be controlled between 0.01 cm / s and 0.2 cm / s as needed. Alternatively, a valve can be installed on the inlet pipe 3 to control the inlet water flow rate. Furthermore, this embodiment uses a column made of stainless steel.

[0026] Ore 2 is an ore containing manganese and strontium. Ore 2 can be made of particles with a particle size between 0.5 cm and 5 cm, and its filling rate in column 1 is 40% to 80%, preferably 80%.

[0027] The ore of this embodiment was analyzed using an X-ray fluorescence spectrometer (ZSX Primus IV), and the elemental contents are shown in Table 1 below, where w(B) represents the mass fraction of the substance.

[0028] Table 1. Elemental Content of Ore Manganese (Mn) <![CDATA[w(B) / (10 -2 )]]> 0.038 Strontium (Sr) <![CDATA[w(B) / (10 -6 )]]> 398 Selenium (Se) <![CDATA[w(B) / (10 -6 )]]> 0.06 Zinc (Zn) <![CDATA[w(B) / (10 -6 )]]> 32.1 Silver (Ag) <![CDATA[w(B) / (10 -2 )]]> <0.05 Chromium (Cr) <![CDATA[w(B) / (10 -6 )]]> 9.95 Copper (Cu) <![CDATA[w(B) / (10 -6 )]]> 5.91 Total iron (TFe) <![CDATA[w(B) / (10 -2 )]]> 0.74 Phosphorus (P) <![CDATA[w(B) / (10 -2 )]]> 0.007 Cadmium (Cd) <![CDATA[w(B) / (10 -6 )]]> 0.05 Calcium oxide (CaO) <![CDATA[w(B) / (10 -2 )]]> 50.23 Magnesium oxide (MgO) <![CDATA[w(B) / (10 -2 )]]> 1.72 The ore used in the following remaining embodiments is the same as that used in this embodiment.

[0029] The above-described apparatus for producing activated water can be used to prepare activated water. The method is as follows: water flows from the inlet pipe 3 into the top of the column 1 at a certain flow rate, passing over the ore 2. The opening of the control valve 5 is adjusted according to the water flow rate to ensure a uniform outflow. The water flowing out from the bottom is activated water, i.e., small molecule water or sub-molecule water. The activated water flows through the outlet pipe 4 into an external stainless steel storage tank for storage or is connected to bottled water filling equipment for bottling and collection. During bottling, it is filled into plastic bottles in 500mL / bottle specifications.

[0030] Water quality analysis is required during the collection process. Analysis can be performed once after each batch of water production, or according to a daily, weekly, or monthly regular testing schedule to ensure optimal water quality. Testing includes determining the pH value, conductivity, total dissolved solids, and heavy metal content of the activated water. Simultaneously, samples are taken, and the half-width at half-maximum (WHM) of water molecules is measured using an NMR-500 analyzer. A WHM within 100 ± 20 Hz indicates a qualified product. Qualified products are then labeled and stored.

[0031] The water can be either healthy water, such as deionized water or purified water. In this embodiment, the water entering the inlet pipe 3 is prepared purified water or deionized water, which needs to be tested before entering the inlet pipe 3.

[0032] Even better, saponins can be added to the water at a ratio of water:saponin = 100mL: 0.025g~0.1g. Saponins can be monomeric saponins, such as ginsenoside Rg1; they can also be saponin compositions, such as ginsenoside triol; or they can be total saponins, such as total saponins from American ginseng.

[0033] When the column diameter-to-length ratio and flow velocity remain constant, changing the ore filling amount will, under certain conditions, result in an inverse relationship between the ore filling amount and the half-width of the activated water. That is, less ore filling results in a larger half-width, and vice versa.

[0034] When the water flow rate and the amount of ore filling are constant, changing the column diameter-to-length ratio of the column will, under certain conditions, result in an inverse relationship between the column diameter-to-length ratio and the half-width of the activated water. That is, a smaller column diameter-to-length ratio results in a larger half-width, and vice versa.

[0035] When the column diameter-to-length ratio remains constant and the ore filling amount is fixed, changing the water flow rate will, under certain conditions, result in a flow rate that is directly proportional to the half-width of the activated water. That is, a faster flow rate results in a larger half-width, and vice versa.

[0036] This embodiment uses purified water, and the remaining embodiments and comparative examples are the same as in this embodiment. The half-width of the purified water was measured using NMR-500, and the results are shown below. Figure 1 .like Figure 1 As shown, the half-width of pure water is 146.59 Hz, which indicates that it belongs to macromolecular water.

[0037] This device utilizes a single-component ore to activate water. The equipment is simple and the process is straightforward. Furthermore, by controlling the ore filling amount, diameter-to-length ratio, and flow rate, sub-molecular or small-molecule water can be obtained, making it more suitable for large-scale production.

[0038] <Examples 2-5> Submolecular or small molecule water was prepared using the apparatus for producing activated water in Example 1, according to Table 2 below. See the half-width measurement chart below. Figure 3-6 .

[0039] Table 2. Main parameters and results of Examples 2-5 2 4:400 0.01cm / s purified water 40% 112.26 Submolecular water 3 3 4:400 0.01cm / s purified water 60% 83.85 Submolecular water 4 4 4:400 0.01cm / s purified water 70% 78.96 Small molecule water 5 5 4:400 0.01cm / s purified water 80% 67.31 Small molecule water 6 As shown in Table 2, when the diameter-to-length ratio and flow velocity of the column remain constant, the amount of ore filling is inversely proportional to the half-width of the activated water, that is, less ore filling results in a larger half-width; conversely, more ore filling results in a smaller half-width (and smaller water molecule clusters).

[0040] <Examples 6-8> Submolecular or small molecule water was prepared using the activated water apparatus of Example 1, according to Table 3 below. See the half-width detection plot below. Figure 7-9 For ease of comparison, the data for Example 5 are listed in Table 3.

[0041] Table 3. Main parameters and results of Examples 6-8 6 0.01cm / s 80% purified water 4:160 117.65 Submolecular water 7 7 0.01cm / s 80% purified water 4:240 96.86 Submolecular water 8 8 0.01cm / s 80% purified water 4:320 77.61 Small molecule water 9 5 0.01cm / s 80% purified water 4:400 67.31 Small molecule water 6 As shown in Table 3, when the water flow rate and the amount of ore filling are constant, the column diameter-to-length ratio is inversely proportional to the half-width of the activated water. That is, when the column diameter-to-length ratio is small, the half-width is large; conversely, when the column diameter-to-length ratio is large, the half-width is small (the water molecule clusters are smaller).

[0042] <Examples 9-11> Submolecular or small molecule water was prepared using the activated water apparatus of Example 1, according to Table 4 below. See the half-width detection plot below. Figure 10-12 For ease of comparison, the data for Example 5 are listed in Table 4.

[0043] Table 4. Main parameters and results of Examples 9-11 9 4:400 80% purified water 0.2cm / s 117.04 Submolecular water 10 10 4:400 80% purified water 0.12cm / s 103.00 Submolecular water 11 11 4:400 80% purified water 0.05cm / s 74.39 Small molecule water 12 5 4:400 80% purified water 0.01cm / s 67.31 Small molecule water 6 As shown in Table 4, when the diameter-to-length ratio remains constant and the ore filling amount is fixed, the flow velocity is inversely proportional to the half-width of the activated water, that is, the faster the flow velocity, the larger the half-width; conversely, the slower the flow velocity, the smaller the half-width (the smaller the water molecule clusters).

[0044] <Examples 12-14> Small molecule water was prepared using saponins and the activated water apparatus of Example 1, according to Table 5 below. 。 According to the ratio of purified water to saponins (100 mL): : A mixture of water and saponins at a ratio of 0.075g was added to an activated water device to break down the water molecules. See the half-width detection chart below. Figure 13-15 .

[0045] Table 5. Main parameters and results of Examples 12-14 12 4:400 80% 100mL: 0.075g ginsenoside Rg1 0.01cm / s 50.04 Small molecule water 13 13 4:400 80% 100mL: 0.075g Panax notoginseng saponins 0.01cm / s 48.14 Small molecule water 14 14 4:400 80% 100mL: 0.075g total saponins of American ginseng 0.01cm / s 47.36 Small molecule water 15 As shown in Table 5, saponins, in synergy with minerals, can be used to prepare small molecule water.

[0046] Furthermore, a comparison of Examples 12, 13, and 14 with Example 5 shows that, under the same aspect ratio, ore filling rate, and flow rate, the synergistic effect of saponins and ore on water activation is better than that of the water activation device alone (with a smaller half-width).

[0047] <Test Example 1> Submolecular water dissolution experiment.

[0048] Control group: 20 mL of purified water; Experimental group: Example 3 Submolecular water (diameter-to-length ratio 4:400, flow rate 0.01cm / s, filling volume 60%). Different concentrations of scutellarin aqueous solutions were prepared using water from the control group and the experimental group, respectively. After standing for 3 hours, the solubility was observed. The results are shown in Table 6. Figure 16 . Figure 16 In the figures, a, b, and c show the dissolution results at 6.25%, 12.5%, and 25%, respectively; in the three figures, the left side represents the experimental group, and the right side represents the control group.

[0049] Table 6 Results of submolecular water dissolution experiments control group Dissolves, pale yellow Pale yellow, with sediment. Pale yellow, with sediment. experimental group Clear and transparent with a slight yellow tint Clear and transparent with a slight yellow tint Transparent and clear, pale yellow As shown in Table 6, submolecular water has better solubility for scutellarin compared to pure water.

[0050] <Test Example 2> Submolecular water instant moisturizing efficacy test on human body.

[0051] Moisturizing is a basic skincare benefit, and its evaluation methods are relatively mature and convenient; usually, testing the water content of the stratum corneum is sufficient.

[0052] Moisture content testing instrument: DermaLab Combo Skin Analyzer; Control group: 100mL purified water spray; Experimental group: Example 3 Submolecular water (diameter-to-length ratio 4:400, flow rate 0.01cm / s, filling volume 60%).

[0053] Testing Method: A stable environment with constant temperature and humidity was selected. The subjects kept their arm skin dry, and the moisture content of the inner forearm was measured using the DermaLab Combo skin analyzer's moisture detection probe. Before the test, blank control group and sample application group (experimental group) areas were divided. A 3cm × 3cm mark was made on the corresponding experimental area. The moisture content of the designated area was measured 8 times in parallel using the DermaLab Combo skin analyzer's moisture detection probe, and the average value was taken as the initial value of moisture content.

[0054] Using a dropper, apply the same amount of test sample evenly to the test area, gently pat to promote absorption, and then wipe away excess moisture with a paper towel. The moisture content of the control group and the test group was measured 8 times, and the average value was taken. The changes in moisture content of the sample and the test group were examined, and the results are shown in Table 5.

[0055] Table 7 Results of Instant Moisturizing Efficacy Test on Human Body

[0056] As shown in Table 7, the immediate moisture content of submolecular water increased by 192%, while that of purified water increased by 154%. Submolecular water has a better immediate moisturizing effect than purified water.

[0057] The applicant declares that the above are merely specific embodiments of the present invention, but the scope of protection of the present invention is not limited thereto. Those skilled in the art should understand that any variations or substitutions that can be easily conceived by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in the present invention fall within the scope of protection and disclosure of the present invention.

Claims

1. A method for preparing activated water using an apparatus for producing activated water, characterized in that, The activated water is used in the cosmetics field. The device includes a column and ore filled in the column. The diameter-to-length ratio of the column is 4:160~400. The ore contains manganese and strontium. The mass ratio of manganese to strontium is 0.038:

398. Under controlled flow rate, water flows from the top of the column through the ore and flows out from the bottom to obtain activated water; saponins are added to the water at a ratio of water:saponin = 100mL: 0.025g~0.1g; The particle size of the ore is 0.5cm to 5cm; The ore filling rate is 40% to 80%; The water flow velocity is 0.01 cm / s ~ 0.2 cm / s.

2. The method for preparing activated water using the apparatus for producing activated water as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The column has a water inlet at the top and a water outlet at the bottom, with a water control valve at the outlet.

3. The method for preparing activated water using the apparatus for producing activated water as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The column is made of glass or stainless steel.

4. The method for preparing activated water using the apparatus for producing activated water as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The saponin is any one of monomeric saponins, saponin compositions, or total saponins.

5. The method for preparing activated water using the apparatus for producing activated water as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The water is deionized water or purified water; the activated water is sub-molecular water or small molecule water.

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