Device, system and method for preservation of perishables

Abstract

A device for prolonging life of one or more perishable items, the device comprising a planar mesh providing a planar surface, configured to generate an electric field and to disperse the electric field from the planar surface, wherein the electric field dispersed from the planar surface inhibits water molecules of said items from bonding together to form ice crystals, thereby prolonging the life of the items.

Description

[0001] DEVICE, SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PRESERVATION OF PERISHABLES

[0002] Field of the Invention

[0003] The present invention relates to a device, system and method for preservation of perishables. More particularly this invention relates to a device, system and method for preservation of one or more perishable utilising an electric field dispersed with one or more planar mesh.

[0004] Background to the Invention

[0005] Conventional techniques to prolong the life of perishable items include physical preservation such as, refrigeration or drying, and chemical preservation such as, adding chemical products to the perishable items.

[0006] Cold storage, also referred to as regular atmosphere (RA) storage, is used to store fresh produce such as, fruit for short periods of time once it is picked. Bins of harvested fruit are put straight into a cool room to maintain the fruit temperature at approximately 1 °C, and the humidity at around 85%.

[0007] Controlled atmosphere (CA) storage uses the same temperature and humidity systems as RA. CA may also adjust the oxygen and carbon dioxide levels in the room to slow down the fruit ripening process. Fruit may be stored in CA facilities for short, medium or longterm periods of up to 12 months.

[0008] Commercial technologies, such as the systems provided by Smart Fresh and Fresh View, can be used to regulate cool rooms, both RA and CA types, to maintain ideal conditions to control ripening. Ethylene and / or 1 -Methylcyclopropene (1-MCP), a cyclopropene derivative used as a synthetic plant growth regulator, are used to slow down the ripening of fruit and to help maintain freshness. Freezing is widely recognized as the most common process for long-term preservation of perishable foods. While the ready availability of suitable infrastructure means freezing is generally convenient, the consequent ice crystal formation and resultant damage often leads to unacceptable quality losses during storage.

[0009] Supercooling preservation is recognised as being a potential alternative to freezing and might extend the shelf-life and maintain quality attributes of fresh foods without freezing damage1. Supercooling is the process of chilling a liquid below its freezing point, without it becoming solid. A liquid below its freezing point will crystallize in the presence of a seed crystal or nucleus around which a crystal structure can form. However, without any such nucleus, the liquid phase can be maintained all the way down to the temperature at which crystal homogeneous nucleation occurs. The homogeneous nucleation can occur above the glass transition where the system is amorphous that is, non-crystalline-solid.

[0010] International patent publication WO / 2001 / 02467 to ABI Limited, teaches a method and apparatus for quick freezing to preserve food for a long time. A freezer is used to keep the temperature in a range from -30 to -100°C and a magnetic device is used to produce a magnetic field having a strength which fluctuates with respect to a reference value, and the magnetic field is applied to the centre of the freezer. A blower circulates cold air at speed of 1 to 5 m / sec within the freezer, and a sound generator produces audible sound waves that are superimposed on the cold air circulated by the blower. A device is further applied to produce an electric field acting on the centre of the freezer. The magnetic device includes a permanent magnet for producing a static magnetic field of the reference strength in the centre of the freezer, and an electromagnetic coil for fluctuating the magnetic field in the centre of the freezer.

[0011] European Patent Publication No.: EP2499924 to “Univ Tokyo”, teaches a method for freezing an object such as a food and an organ in a non-destructive state in the presence of a magnetic field, wherein the frequency of the magnetic field is 200 Hz or higher.

[0012] It is generally desirable to overcome or ameliorate one or more of the difficulties of the prior art, or to at least provide a use alternative. Other technologies for providing preservation of perishable items would be beneficial.

[0013] The reference to any prior art in this specification is not, and should not be taken as, an acknowledgement or any form of suggestion that the prior art forms part of the common general knowledge.

[0014] Summary of the Invention

[0015] One or more embodiments provide a device for prolonging life of one or more perishable items, the device comprising: a planar mesh providing a planar surface, configured to generate an electric field and to disperse the generated electric field from the planar surface, wherein the electric field dispersed from planar surface inhibits water molecules of said items from bonding together to form ice crystals, thereby prolonging the life of the one or more perishable items.

[0016] One or more embodiments also provide, a system for prolonging the life of one or more perishable items, the system comprising: a plurality of the above described devices, each in electrical communication with a power supply unit, wherein a planar mesh of each one of said devices is configured to generate an electric field and to disperse the electric field from the planar surface, and wherein the electric field dispersed from the planar surface of each one of said devices inhibits water molecules of said items from bonding together to form ice crystals, thereby prolonging the life of the one or more perishable items.

[0017] One or more embodiments provide, a method for prolonging the life of one or more perishable items, the method comprising: generating an electric field from a planar mesh providing a planar surface; and dispersing the electric field from the planar surface wherein the electric field dispersed from the planar surface inhibits water molecules of said items from bonding together to form ice crystals, thereby prolonging the life of the one or more perishable items.

[0018] One or more embodiments also provide, a non-transitory computer program product comprising: a computer usable medium and computer readable program code embodied on said computer usable medium for prolonging the life of one or more perishable items, the computer readable program code comprising: computer readable program code devices configured to cause a computing device to: generate an electric field from a planar mesh providing a planar surface; and disperse the electric field from the planar surface, wherein the electric field dispersed from the planar surface inhibits water molecules of said items from bonding together to form ice crystals, thereby prolonging the life of the one or more perishable item.

[0019] One or more embodiments also provides, a method of fitting or retrofitting the above described device or the above described system including the step of installing the planar mesh into a room, container, trailer, refrigerator or other storage vessel, compartment or enclosure. The room, container, trailer, refrigerator or other storage vessel, compartment or enclosure may be refrigerated.

[0020] One or more embodiments also provide, a room, container, trailer, refrigerator or other storage vessel, compartment or enclosure comprising the above described device or the above described system.

[0021] Preferably, the planar mesh comprises stainless steel. The stainless steel mesh comprises 40 mesh stainless steel. The 40 mesh stainless steel is preferably be cut from a sheet. An external surface area of the planar mesh is used to transmit or disseminate the electric field from the external surface area. The external surface area of the planar mesh is preferably 1 or 2 m2. The length is preferably 1 meter or 2 metres. The width is preferably 1 meter or 2 metres. The 40 mesh stainless steel preferably comprises 40 holes per square inch. The stainless steel is preferably food grade stainless steel.

[0022] According to one embodiment, the planar mesh comprises a body comprising a plurality of pores, orifices or fenestrations or a plurality of wires arranged to dispose a plurality of pores, orifices or fenestrations in the body formed by the plurality of wires. The plurality of pores, orifices or fenestrations extends the full depth of the body.

[0023] According to one embodiment, the planar mesh is insulated with a polycarbonate sheets. The polycarbonate sheet is disposed on an external surface of the planar mesh. The polycarbonate sheet comprises an outer polycarbonate sheet disposed on an external surface of the planar mesh and an inner polycarbonate sheet disposed on an internal surface of the planar mesh. The polycarbonate sheet preferably comprises a length and a width matching or slightly larger than a length and a width of the planar mesh.

[0024] In one embodiment, the method further comprises insulating the planar mesh with a polycarbonate sheet and / or protecting the planar mesh with a substrate.

[0025] Preferably, the planar mesh is disposed on substrate. The substrate is a protective substrate providing protection from damage during handling and transport. The protective substrate is preferably a thermo foam substrate. The substrate comprises a length and a width matching or slightly larger than a length and a width of the planar mesh.

[0026] The planar mesh combined with the carbonate sheet, and optionally, the substrate, may comprise a panel. The panel may have any shape such as, rectangular or square.

[0027] Preferably, a power supply unit is further comprised. The power supply unit may be stored in an explosion proof box. The explosion proof box may provide a safe environment away from heavy dust particles. The power supply unit may comprise a capacity 3kVA power supply or a 4kVA power supply. According to any one of the above embodiments, the power supply unit may provide a high-tension voltage from 3,000 to 15,000 volts depending on the size of the area and the electrical power capacity of the device, system or method.

[0028] Preferably, the planar mesh is connected to a power supply unit with one or more silver connections. The one or more silver connections may comprise one or more silver solder contacts. The one or more silver solder contacts may connect the device to wiring from the power supply unit.

[0029] Preferably, a computer processor is comprised to control power supply and / or one or more parameters associated with the generation of the electric filed.

[0030] Preferably, the electric field travels with full efficiency for three metres from the distance of the polycarbonate sheet. In this context, full efficiency refers to the optimal effectiveness of the electric field inhibiting ice nucleation within this range. The electric field may then travel with 80% efficiency for two additional meters. The electric field may then travel at 40% efficiency for up to an addition meter.

[0031] Preferably, the power supply unit may comprise a high-performance transformer. The high performance transformer may comprise a primary winding and a secondary winding.

[0032] According to any one of the above embodiments, the primary winding is 3000 circular turns or cubes and the secondary winding is in 4000 circular turns cubes.

[0033] According to any one of the above embodiments, at least some water comprised in the one or more perishable items is cooled below freezing point and the cooled water may remain in a super cooled state without forming ice.

[0034] According to any one of the above embodiments, the formation of ice within the perishable items by ice nucleation is inhibited.

[0035] According to any one of the above embodiments, the perishable items may maintain water in a liquid state and may allow the water to stay separate from ice. According to any one of the above embodiments, water molecules in the one or more perishable items may be prevented from bonding together to form ice crystals.

[0036] According to an embodiment, the one or more perishable items may comprise one or more of one or perishable consumable; one or more perishable produce; one or more perishable proteinaceous foodstuff; one or more perishable food; one or more perishable flower; one or more perishable medicine; one or more perishable vaccine. The one or more perishable proteinaceous foodstuff may comprise one or more of a poultry meat, a (red) meat, a fish, a seafood and a game meat.

[0037] According to an embodiment, the life prolonged is one or more of shelf-life; best before life or date; usable life; consumable life; or life-time before sale.

[0038] Preferably, an electromagnetic VIBGYOR spectrum is used in conjunction with super cooling electromagnetic wave.

[0039] Brief Description of the Drawings

[0040] Preferred embodiment of the invention are hereafter described, by way of non-limiting example only, with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which:

[0041] Figure 1 is a diagram showing the three major components of a device for prolonging the life of one or more perishable items;

[0042] Figure 1 A is a circuit diagram of a low pass filter;

[0043] Figures IB and 1C are graphs of frequency response and phase shift respectively;

[0044] Figures 2A and 2B show a personal computing device, computer system and computer processor;

[0045] Figures 3A; 3B and 3C show a power supply unit;

[0046] Figures 4A and 4B show a device;

[0047] Figure 4C is a circuit diagram of a square wave generator;

[0048] Figures 4D and 4E are graphical represenations of wave forms of square waves; Figure 5 is a flowchart showing a method;

[0049] Figure 5A is a graph showing magnetic and electric waves;

[0050] Figures 6 to 17B show perishables that have had their life extended;

[0051] Figure 18 is a circuit diagram for absorbing a transformer wave and modifying it to a panel propulsion movement;

[0052] Figure 19 is a circuit diagram for absorbing the transformer wave and converting it to a corrugated wave;

[0053] Figure 20 is a circuit diagram for an auto shutdown for the entire circuit;

[0054] Figure 21 is a circuit diagram for illuminating a control box LED, lighting the signal of auto shutdown of the power supply off and on;

[0055] Figure 22 is a schematic diagram of a printed circuit board;

[0056] Figure 23 is a photo pf a transformer;

[0057] Figures 24a and 24b are photos of a power supply unit;

[0058] Figure 25 is a photo of a power supply circuit board;

[0059] Figure 26 is a photo of a power supply rectifier;

[0060] Figure 27 is a photo of a power transformer and output;

[0061] Figure 28 is a wave diagram; and

[0062] Figure 29 is a dual wave diagram.

[0063] Skilled addressees will appreciate that elements in the drawings are illustrated for simplicity and clarity and have not necessarily been drawn to scale. For example, the relative dimensions of some elements in the drawings may be distorted to help improve understanding of embodiments of the present invention.

[0064] Detailed Description of Preferred Embodiments of the Invention

[0065] DEVICE 100

[0066] The device 100 shown in Figure 1 is used device for prolonging the life of one or more perishable items. As will be elucidated below, in one embodiment, this device 100 prolongs the life of perishable items utilizing an electric field dispersed with a planar mesh 140. Advantageously, the present technology harnesses a state where liquids do not solidify below their normal freezing point. This state is referred to as “xerosphere”. In xerosphere state, the formation of ice within the one or more perishable items by ice nucleation is inhibited. This allows the perishable item to maintain water in a liquid state and further allows the water to stay separate from extracellular ice. When the perishable item is biological, the device 100 allows the cells to maintain water within the cell, allowing this water to remain separate from extracellular ice. The device 100 creates an environment preventing water molecules in cells from bonding together to form ice crystals. Again, with respect to the example of biological material, cells remain alive and continue their typical metabolism as normal for when they are stored below normal freezing temperatures, meaning cellular metabolism is at a slower pace, thus prolonging life of cells.

[0067] Although not wanting to be bound by any one theory, it is hypothesised the component water within the one or more perishable items is cooled below freezing point and it may remain in a super cooled state, without forming ice. It can then rapidly crystallize into ice when stimulated by an appropriate catalyst, such as shaking the bottle.

[0068] An oscillating magnetic field has been utilized to promote supercooling by inhibiting ice nucleation. This magnetic field with extremely low intensities is able to suppress ice nucleation. The microstatic wave directly acts upon water in the product and prevents the aggregation of the molecules by inducing vibrations. Inducing vibrations within the molecular systems effectively prevents aggregation without increasing temperature by utilizing low-frequency vibrational modes for stabilization, selectively exciting vibrational states through external stimuli like electric fields and leveraging current-induced cooling mechanisms.

[0069] In this context, a microstatic wave refers to small amplitude oscillations that occur in a medium, often influenced by magnetic fields. An oscillating magnetic field is explicitly characterized by their time-varying nature and can induce various physical effects, such as magnetization changes or fluid motion. While microstatic waves may involve oscillatory behaviour influenced by magnetic fields, oscillating magnetic fields themselves can drive various phenomena, including wave propagation and fluid motion. Therefore, while they are related, they are not interchangeable.

[0070] The relationship between low-intensity magnetic fields and ice nucleation has garnered attention in recent research, particularly in the context of food preservation and cryobiology. Several studies indicate that extremely low magnetic field intensities can indeed suppress ice nucleation, suggesting potential applications in various fields. Kang et al. Kang et al. (2020) explored the effects of an oscillating magnetic field (OMF) on ice nucleation in aqueous iron-oxide nanoparticle dispersions. Their findings demonstrated that an OMF with an intensity of 10 mT could disturb the energy balance of water-based systems, enhancing the polarized features and dipole moments of water molecules. This alteration in molecular behavior was suggested to inhibit ice nucleation directly, indicating that even low-intensity magnetic fields can influence the nucleation process.

[0071] Advantageously, the device 100 preserves the freshness, texture and extends the shelf-life of perishable items such as, fruits, vegetables, meat, seafood and fresh flowers, donated blood and vaccines.

[0072] The technology used in the device 100 is be referred to a Xerosphere technology. The device 100 uses an electric field. An electric field occurs wherever a voltage is present. Electric fields are created around appliances and wires wherever a voltage exists. The strength of an electric field decreases rapidly as you move away from its source. Electric fields can also be shielded by many objects, such as trees or the walls of a building. In one embodiment, the inventor applied an electromagnetic spectrum that is visible to the human eye (also referred to as “VIBGYOR”) in conjunction with super cooling electromagnetic wave. “VIBGYOR” refers to the seven colours of visible light with the following characteristics:

[0073] Violet: Wavelength: 380 - 450 nm, Frequency: 680 - 790 THz.

[0074] Indigo: Wavelength: 450 - 485 nm, Frequency: 620 - 680 THz.

[0075] Blue: Wavelength: 485 - 500 nm, Frequency: 600 - 620 THz.

[0076] Green: Wavelength: 500 - 565 nm, Frequency: 530 - 600 THz. Yellow: Wavelength: 565 - 590 nm, Frequency: 510 - 530 THz.

[0077] Orange: Wavelength: 590 - 625 nm, Frequency: 480 - 510 THz.

[0078] Red: Wavelength: 625 - 740 nm, Frequency: 405 - 480 THz.

[0079] As shown in Figure 1, the device 100 is in the form of a panel, comprising a planar mesh 140 sandwiched between an electrically insulating polycarbonate sheet 160 on its external surface and a protective substrate 120 on its internal surface. Figure 1 shows, the one or more planar mesh 140; one or more polycarbonate sheet 160; and protective substrate 120 in a disassembled state. From the teaching herein a skilled person is readily able to understand how to assemble device 100.

[0080] Advantageously, the one or more planar mesh 140 provides a planar surface comprising a surface area, so that when the planar mesh generates an electric field, the generated electric field is dispersed from the planar surface to inhibit water molecules of the perishable items from bonding together to form ice crystals. The device 100 thereby prolongs the life of the one or more perishable items.

[0081] As shown in Figure 1A, the device 100 incorporates a low-pass filter in the circuit that has been designed to modify, reshape and reject all unwanted high frequencies of the electrical signal and accept and pass only those signals required

[0082] A possible frequency response of the passive low-pass filter is set out in Figures IB and 1C.

[0083] Electromagnetic waves are electric and magnetic fields traveling through empty space with the speed of light. Positive (code) charges accelerate in the direction of the field and negative (code) charges accelerate in a direction opposite to the direction of the field. In this context, positive code and negative code refers to positive and negative charges, respectively.

[0084] The relationship between electric fields and charge movement is fundamental to understanding various electrical phenomena, including the operation of low-pass filters in circuits. Charges accelerate in the direction of an electric field if they are positive and in the opposite direction if they are negative. This behavior is a manifestation of the forces exerted by electric fields on charged particles, which can be described by classical el ectromagneti sm .

[0085] Our research indicates that the optimal frequency is an extremely low frequency ranging from 0 - 300 Hz.

[0086] SYSTEM 400

[0087] The system 400 shown in Figures 4A and 4B is used to prolong the life of one or more perishable items. The system 400 includes a plurality of panels 100, each in electrical communication with a power supply unit 480. A planar mesh 140 of each one of the devices 100 is configured to generate an electric field and to disperse the electric field from the planar surface. The electric field dispersed from the planar surface of each one of the devices 100 inhibits water molecules of said items from bonding together to form ice crystals, thereby prolonging the life of the one or more perishable items.

[0088] The device 100 employs a wave generator circuit designed to produce a corrugated wave involves several key components, each playing a crucial role in the generation and modulation of waves. The following is a step-by-step description of these components and their functions in converting a standard wave into a corrugated wave, which can be particularly useful in applications such as food preservation to prevent freezing.

[0089] Power Supply: The first component of the wave generator circuit is the power supply, which provides the necessary voltage and current to the circuit. This supply must be stable to ensure consistent wave generation. A regulated power supply is often used to maintain the desired output voltage, which is critical for the subsequent components to function correctly.

[0090] Oscillator: The oscillator is the heart of the wave generator circuit. It converts the direct current (DC) from the power supply into an alternating current (AC) signal. This AC signal can be of various forms, including sine, square, or triangular waves. The choice of oscillator type affects the characteristics of the output wave. For generating a corrugated wave, a sine wave oscillator is typically used, as it provides a smooth waveform that can be easily manipulated.

[0091] Modulator: After the oscillator, the signal is passed to a modulator. The modulator is responsible for altering the amplitude, frequency, or phase of the wave produced by the oscillator. In the case of generating a corrugated wave, amplitude modulation is often employed, where the amplitude of the sine wave is varied over time to create peaks and troughs, resulting in a corrugated appearance. This modulation can be achieved using various techniques, such as pulse-width modulation (PWM) or frequency modulation.

[0092] Amplifier: The amplified signal is then sent to an amplifier, which boosts the power of the modulated wave. This step is essential to ensure that the wave has sufficient strength to propagate through the medium (in this case, water) without significant attenuation. The amplifier must be carefully selected to match the frequency range of the modulated signal to avoid distortion.

[0093] Transducer: The transducer is a critical component that converts the electrical signal into mechanical waves. In the context of a wave generator circuit, piezoelectric transducers are commonly used. These devices convert the amplified electrical signal into ultrasonic waves, which can propagate through water. The efficiency of this conversion is vital for ensuring that the generated waves can effectively interact with the water molecules to prevent freezing.

[0094] Waveform Shaping Circuit: To achieve the desired corrugated wave shape, a waveform shaping circuit may be employed. This circuit modifies the output from the transducer to ensure that the wave maintains its corrugated characteristics over distance. This can involve filtering and additional modulation to refine the waveform further, ensuring that it is suitable for the intended application.

[0095] Feedback Mechanism: A feedback mechanism may be integrated into the circuit to monitor the output wave characteristics. This feedback can be used to adjust the modulation parameters dynamically, ensuring that the wave remains effective in preventing freezing by adapting to changes in environmental conditions or the properties of the water being treated. The designed square wave generator, includes a capacitor, resistor, operational amplifier, and power supply. The capacitor and resistor are connected to the inverting terminal of the operational amplifier and the resistors R1 and R2 are connected to the non-inverting terminal of the operational amplifier. The circuit diagram of the square wave generator using an operational amplifier is shown below

[0096] A Square Wave Generator Circuit 102 using Op-Amp is shown in Figure 4C.

[0097] When the output is forced to switch between the positive saturation voltage and the negative saturation voltage at the output of an operational amplifier we can achieve a square wave as an output wave.

[0098] Ideally without any input applied the output should be zero, it is expressed as

[0099] Vout (output voltage) = 0 V when Vin (input voltage) = 0 V

[0100] But practically we get some non-zero output that is expressed as

[0101] VOut 0

[0102] The Resistors R1 and R2 form a voltage divider network. If the initial output voltage is non-zero we get voltage across Vb. Thus we get a positive input at the non-inverting terminal and the inverting terminal, then the output gets amplified by its gain and reaches the maximum output voltage thus we get the half of the square wave as shown in figure (a).

[0103] Figures 4D and 4E show examples of square Wave Generator.

[0104] The capacitor starts charging when we have a non-zero input at the inverting terminal. It will charge continuously until its voltage become greater than V“b. As soon as Vc is greater than the V^b (Vc> V“b). The inverting input becomes greater than the noninverting input and hence op-amp output switches to negative voltage and gets amplified till (-Vout)max. Resulting in the negative half of the square wave as shown in figure (b). This is the application of an op-amp as a square wave generator.

[0105] In this context, it is important to distinguish between a square wave and a corrugated wave, as they represent different waveforms with distinct characteristics and implications for their applications. A square wave is characterized by its sharp transitions between high and low states, creating a waveform that alternates between two levels with a constant amplitude. This waveform has a fundamental frequency and contains a series of odd harmonics, which can lead to high peak voltages and rapid changes in energy delivery (Dastgheib et al.. 2014). In contrast, a corrugated wave has a more complex structure, resembling a series of peaks and troughs that are smoothly connected. This waveform can be generated by modulating a basic wave (like a sine wave) to create a pattern that resembles a series of corrugations. The corrugated wave typically has a more gradual transition between its peaks and troughs, which can lead to different energy distribution and interaction with the medium (Jia et al.. 2017).

[0106] Power supply unit 480 may be stored in an explosion proof box. The explosion proof box may provide a safe environment away from heavy dust particles. The power supply unit 480 may comprise a 3KVA power supply or a 4KVA power supply.

[0107] Power supply unit 480 may provide a high-tension voltage from 3,000 to 15,000 volts depending on the size of the area and capacity of the device, system or method.

[0108] Power supply unit 480 may comprise a high-performance transformer wherein a primary winding is 3000 circular cubes and the secondary winding of the transformer is 4000 circular cubes.

[0109] The electronic static transformer has been wound with a primary and secondary winding. Between the primary and secondary, there is a critical start / stop circuit that closes and activates every nanosecond a high frequency pulse rated induction into the transformer between the primary and secondary winding. The end process activates a high frequency electro wave that travels a distance as it weakens down to a negative molecular atmosphere. This electronic atmosphere travels in a corrugated motion that when it penetrates millions of waves through an object, it distorts molecular structures by contacting each other for a temporary period. This technology we have developed is what prevents high cooled water from freezing into ice molecules. Figure 5 illustrates one embodiment of a method 300 for prolonging the life of one or more perishable item. Method 300 comprises generating 310 an electric field from a planar mesh 140 of the device 100. Method 300 may further comprise insulating 320 the planar mesh 140 with a polycarbonate sheet 120, and optionally protecting 330 the planar mesh with a substrate 120.

[0110] In one particular embodiment the planar mesh 140 comprises stainless steel such as, 40 mesh stainless steel. The 40 mesh stainless steel may be cut from a sheet. The 40 mesh stainless steel may comprise 40 holes per square inch. The external surface area of the one or more planar mesh 140 may be used to transmit or disseminate the electric field from the external surface area. The external surface area of the one or more planar mesh 140 may be 1 or 2 m2. The width and / or length of the one or more planar mesh may comprise 1 or 2 metres.

[0111] From the teaching herein, the skilled person readily understands that the planar mesh 140 may be comprised of a body comprising a plurality of pores, orifices or fenestrations or a plurality of wires arranged to dispose a plurality of pores, orifices or fenestrations in the body formed by the plurality of wires. The plurality of pores, orifices or fenestrations extends the full depth of the body.

[0112] The polycarbonate sheet 160 may comprise one sheet 160 disposed on the external surface of the one or more planar mesh 140 and may comprise a length and a width matching or slightly larger than a length and a width of the one or more planar mesh 140. In another embodiment, the polycarbonate sheet 160 comprises an outer polycarbonate sheet disposed on an external surface of the one or more planar mesh 140 and an inner polycarbonate sheet 160 disposed on an internal surface of the one or more planar mesh 140. Each of the polycarbonate sheets may be a standard grade polycarbonate sheet.

[0113] From the teaching herein, the person of skill in the art readily understands that the substrate 120 may be a protective substrate. The protective substrate 140 may provide protection from damage during handling and transport. In a particular embodiment, the protective substrate 120 comprises a thermo foam substrate. The substrate 120 may comprise a length and a width matching or slightly larger than a length and a width of the planar mesh.

[0114] When the planar mesh 140 is combined with the carbonate sheet 160, and optionally, the substrate 120, a panel is formed. While shown to have a rectangular shape in Figures 4A and 4B, from the teaching herein the skilled person readily understands that any shape may be selected as required.

[0115] From the teaching herein, the skilled person readily understands that the larger the device 100 surface area, the bigger the flow rate of the electromagnetic waves. The power supply unit 480 presents a limitation and can only provide enough power for devices with a surface area of about 4m2. The one or more planar mesh 140 emits the waves and the polycarbonate sheet 160 is an insulator.

[0116] The planar mesh 140 is connected to the power supply 480 with one or more silver connection such as, one or more silver solder contact. The silver solder is used to connect the device 100 to wiring from the power supply unit 480.

[0117] The electric field generated by the planar mesh 140 travels with full efficiency for three metres from the distance of the polycarbonate sheet 160. The electric field may then travel with 80% efficiency for two additional meters. The electric field may then travel at 40% efficiency for up to an additional meter.

[0118] While not wanting to be bound by any one theory, the inventors hypothesise that at least some water comprised in the one or more perishable item is cooled below freezing point and the cooled water may remain in a super cooled state without forming ice.

[0119] Advantageously, the formation of ice within the perishable material by ice nucleation is inhibited.

[0120] Another advantage is that the perishable material may maintain water in a liquid state and may allow the water to stay separate from ice. A further advantage is that water molecules in the one or more perishable item may be prevented from bonding together to form ice crystals.

[0121] The property of the wave is a positive magnetic wave that pushes away a negative magnetic wave. This creates a distortion between positive and negative molecules floating in solids, liquids and gases. This is a unique technology that prevents any chemical combination activity in its presence. The formation of matter existing in 3 different stages, solids, liquids and gases is a cube of ice when heated, separates the molecules from each other due to positive heat energy. This forms ice into a liquid. When liquid is further heated it absorbs positive energy that changes the molecular structure to gas. This gas when cooled allows the molecules to contact each other to become a liquid. In the presence of this unique electronic wave, the liquid is cooled down and the electronic wave stops the process from allowing the state to become solid. The corrugated wave prevents the molecules from contacting each other.

[0122] In this context, the terms "positive" and "negative" molecules refer to molecules with regions of partial positive or negative charge, such as polar molecules like water. Most molecules, including those found in food, are neutral, meaning they have an equal number of protons and electrons. This neutrality is crucial for maintaining the stability of food components, such as proteins, carbohydrates, and lipids. For example, water (H2O), a major component of food, is a neutral molecule despite being polar due to the uneven distribution of electron density between hydrogen and oxygen atoms. However, Molecules can become charged through ionization, resulting in the formation of ions. For instance, when salts dissolve in water, they dissociate into positively charged cations and negatively charged anions. This ionization can affect the physical and chemical properties of the food matrix, influencing preservation methods. For example, sodium ions (Na+) and chloride ions (CF) can interact with food components, potentially enhancing preservation by altering osmotic pressure and microbial activity.

[0123] Under an electrostatic field, the water molecules have a tendency to align with the electrostatic field. Water molecules with dipole moments along the direction of the electrostatic field are the most stable and have the maximum value for the Boltzmann distribution function. These properties are conducive to nucleation. This determined the dependence of the phase transformation time on the application of an electrostatic field. It was found that the phase transformation time was unaffected by the application of an electrostatic field and only the supercooling temperature was affected.

[0124] Water molecules possess a permanent dipole moment due to their molecular structure, which leads to polar characteristics. When an electrostatic field is applied, it can align these dipoles in a manner that stabilizes the liquid phase. Liu et al. demonstrated that the application of an electrostatic field during freezing processes can promote the alignment of water molecules, thereby facilitating a more ordered cluster structure that resists nucleation

[0016]

[0032] , This alignment reduces the likelihood of water molecules coming together to form ice, effectively lowering the chances of freezing.

[0125] The presence of an electrostatic field can also influence the size and distribution of ice crystals formed during freezing. Wu et al. noted that low-voltage electrostatic fields lead to smaller and more homogeneous ice crystal sizes in frozen pork, indicating that the electrostatic field can limit the growth of larger ice crystals that typically cause structural damage in food products

[0017] , By controlling the nucleation and growth of ice crystals, the electrostatic field helps maintain the integrity of the food matrix.

[0126] The electrostatic field affects the hydrogen bonding dynamics among water molecules. As Pal and Bandyopadhyay pointed out, the electrostatic interactions can enhance correlations between water molecules, which maintains a dynamic equilibrium of molecular polymerization and depolymerization

[0019] , This dynamic state is crucial in supercooled water, where the stability of the liquid phase is precarious. The electrostatic field helps to stabilize these interactions, preventing the formation of a solid phase.

[0127] Interestingly, while electrostatic fields can inhibit freezing, they can also facilitate controlled nucleation under specific conditions. For instance, Orlowska et al. found that electrostatic fields could induce nucleation at temperatures significantly higher than those typically required for spontaneous nucleation, suggesting that the field can create conditions favorable for controlled ice formation without leading to uncontrolled freezing (Orlowska et al., 2009). This controlled nucleation can be beneficial in food preservation, allowing for the formation of ice in a manner that minimizes damage to food structures.

[0128] The application of an electrostatic field can alter the energy states of water molecules, effectively reducing the free energy associated with the formation of ice. The influence of electrostatic fields on the reorientation of water molecules and the development of a more ordered cluster structure has been noted, which contributes to a decrease in free energy and promotes a more stable liquid state ("Influence of using low voltage electrostatic field during freezing and thawing processes on beef quality", 2022). This manipulation of energy states is crucial in maintaining supercooled conditions, as it directly impacts the thermodynamic stability of the water.

[0129] The interaction of corrugated waves with water molecules to inhibit crystal formation without altering temperature is a complex phenomenon that involves several physical and chemical principles. Corrugated waves, which can be generated through specific modulation techniques, create a unique energy distribution that influences the behavior of water molecules at a molecular level.

[0130] Corrugated waves propagate through water and create oscillations that can influence the kinetic energy of water molecules. Unlike uniform waves, corrugated waves have varying amplitudes and frequencies, which can lead to localized energy concentrations. This dynamic energy distribution can prevent water molecules from achieving the stable configurations necessary for ice crystal formation

[0026] , The oscillatory nature of these waves can keep water molecules in a more energetic state, thus reducing the likelihood of them settling into a crystalline structure.

[0131] Moreover, the presence of corrugated waves can affect the hydrogen bonding network among water molecules. Studies have shown that the application of external fields can alter the orientation and strength of hydrogen bonds in water

[0027] , When corrugated waves are applied, they can induce fluctuations in the hydrogen bond angles and distances, making it energetically unfavourable for water molecules to transition into a solid state. This is particularly relevant in supercooled water, where the stability of the liquid phase is crucial for preventing freezing

[0028] ,

[0132] The oscillatory nature of corrugated waves can disrupt the formation of nucleation sites, which are essential for ice crystal growth. By continuously agitating the water molecules, these waves can prevent the clustering of molecules that typically leads to nucleation. This effect is supported by findings from Orlowska et al., who noted that controlled ice nucleation can be influenced by external fields, suggesting that wave-induced agitation can similarly inhibit nucleation

[0029] ,

[0133] Molecular dynamics simulations have provided insights into how external fields, including those generated by corrugated waves, can alter the dynamics of water molecules. For example, studies have shown that the application of an electrostatic field can lead to changes in the orientation and mobility of water molecules, which in turn affects their ability to form stable ice structures

[0030] , These simulations highlight the potential of corrugated waves to modify the molecular interactions that govern freezing.

[0134] The one or more perishable item may comprise one or more of: one or perishable consumable; one or more perishable produce; one or more perishable proteinaceous foodstuff; one or more perishable food; one or more perishable flower; one or more perishable medicine; one or more perishable vaccine. The one or more perishable proteinaceous foodstuff may comprise one or more of a poultry meat, a (red) meat, a fish, a seafood and a game meat.

[0135] The life prolonged is one or more of shelf-life; best before life or date; usable life; consumable life; or life-time before sale.

[0136] Advantageously, the device 100 of the invention may be retrofitted onto any existing commercial refrigerator, freezer, and cold storage facility avoiding costly modifications or new builds. The flexible modular design is customizable to allow deployment to wide range of storage facility. Plug and play installation process ensures easy installation and minimal operational disruptions. As such, a method of fitting or retrofitting the device 100 or system 400 into a room, container, trailer, refrigerator or other storage vessel, compartment or enclosure. The room container or other storage vessel, compartment or enclosure may be refrigerated.

[0137] Also provided is a room, container, trailer, refrigerator or other storage vessel, compartment or enclosure comprising the device 100 or the system 400.

[0138] The system 400 can be embodied as a non-transitory computer program product comprising a computer usable medium and computer readable program code embodied on said computer usable medium for prolonging the life of one or more perishable items. The computer readable program code comprises computer readable program code devices configured to cause a computing device to generate an electric field from a planar mesh providing a planar surface; and disperse the electric field from the planar surface. The electric field dispersed from the planar surface inhibits water molecules from bonding together to form ice crystals, thereby prolong the life of the one or more perishable item.

[0139] A computer processor may be further comprised to control power supply and / or one or more parameter associated with the generation of the electric filed. One example of a computing device and computer system suitable for use with the invention is shown in Figures 2 A and 2B.

[0140] COMPUTER SYSTEM 200

[0141] The system 400 is, at least in part, embodied in the computer system 200 shown in Figures 2A and 2B. In the embodiment shown computer system 200 comprises a personal computing device 201 comprising input devices such as a keyboard 202, a mouse pointer device 203, a scanner 226, an external hard drive 227, and a microphone 280; and output devices including a printer 215, a display device 214 and loudspeakers 217. In some embodiments video display 214 may comprise a touchscreen. 1 A Modulator-Demodulator (Modem) transceiver device 216 may be used by the personal computing device 201 for communicating to and from a communications network 220 via a connection 221. The network 220 may be a wide-area network (WAN), such as the Internet, a cellular telecommunications network, or a private WAN. Through the network 220, personal computing device 201 may be connected to other similar personal devices 290 or server computers 291 or database 292. Where the connection 221 is a telephone line, the modem 216 may be a traditional “dial-up” modem. Alternatively, where the connection 221 is a high capacity (e.g.: cable) connection, the modem 216 may be a broadband modem. A wireless modem may also be used for wireless connection to network 220.

[0142] The personal computing device 201 typically includes at least one processor 205, and a memory 206 for example formed from semiconductor random access memory (RAM) and semiconductor read only memory (ROM). The personal computing device 201 also includes a number of input / output (I / O) interfaces including: an audio-video interface 207 that couples to the video display 214, loudspeakers 217 and microphone 280; an I / O interface 213 for the keyboard 202, mouse 203, scanner 226 and external hard drive 227; and an interface 208 for the external modem 216 and printer 215. In some implementations, modem 216 may be incorporated within the personal computing device 201, for example within the interface 208. The personal computing device 201 also has a local network interface 211 which, via a connection 223, permits coupling of the personal computing device 201 to a local computer network 222, known as a Local Area Network (LAN).

[0143] As also illustrated, the local network 222 may also couple to the wide network 220 via a connection 224, which would typically include a so-called “firewall” device or device of similar functionality. The interface 211 may be formed by an Ethernet circuit card, a Bluetooth wireless arrangement or an IEEE 802.11 wireless arrangement or other suitable interface. The VO interfaces 208 and 213 may afford either or both of serial and parallel connectivity, the former typically being implemented according to the Universal Serial Bus (USB) standards and having corresponding USB connectors (not illustrated).

[0144] Storage devices 209 are provided and typically include a hard disk drive (HDD) 210. Other storage devices such as, an external HD 227, a disk drive (not shown) and a magnetic tape drive (not shown) may also be used. An optical disk drive 212 is typically provided to act as a non-volatile source of data. Portable memory devices, such as optical disks (e.g.: CD- ROM, DVD, Blu-Ray Disc), USB-RAM, external hard drives and floppy disks for example, may be used as appropriate sources of data to the personal computing device 201. Another source of data to personal computing device 201 is provided by the at least one server computer 291 through network 220.

[0145] The components 205 to 213 of the personal computing device 201 typically communicate via an interconnected bus 204 in a manner that results in a conventional mode of operation of personal computing device 201. In the embodiment shown in FIGS. 2A and 2B, processor 205 is coupled to system bus 204 through connections 218. Similarly, memory 206 and optical disk drive 212 are coupled to the system bus 204 by connections 219. Examples of personal computing devices 201 on which the described arrangements can be practiced include IBM-PC's and compatibles, Sun Sparc stations, Apple computers; smart phones; tablet computers or like a device comprising a computer module like personal computing device 201. It is to be understood that when personal computing device 201 comprises a smart phone or a tablet computer, display device 214 may comprise a touchscreen and other input and output devices may not be included such as, mouse pointer device 203; keyboard 202; scanner 226; and printer 215.

[0146] Figure 2B is a detailed schematic block diagram of processor 205 and a memory 234. The memory 234 represents a logical aggregation of all the memory modules, including the storage device 209 and semiconductor memory 206, which can be accessed by the personal computing device 201 in Figure 2 A. The method 300 may be implemented using personal computing device 201 wherein the method 300 may be implemented as one or more software application programs 233 executable within personal computing device 201. In particular, the steps of the method 300 of the invention may be effected by instructions 231 in the software carried out within the personal computing device 201.

[0147] The software instructions 231 may be formed as one or more code modules, each for performing one or more particular tasks. The software 233 may also be divided into two separate parts, in which a first part and the corresponding code modules performs the method 300 of the invention and a second part and the corresponding code modules manage a graphical user interface between the first part and the user.

[0148] The software 233 may be stored in a computer readable medium, including in a storage device of a type described herein. The software is loaded into the personal computing device 201 from the computer readable medium or through network 221 or 223, and then executed by personal computing device 201. In one example the software 233 is stored on storage medium 225 that is read by optical disk drive 212. Software 233 is typically stored in the HDD 210 or the memory 206.

[0149] A computer readable medium having such software 233 or computer program recorded on it is a computer program product. The use of the computer program product in the personal computing device 201 preferably effects a device or apparatus for implementing the method 300 of the invention.

[0150] In some instances, the software application programs 233 may be supplied to the user encoded on one or more disk storage medium 225 such as a CD-ROM, DVD or Blu-Ray disc, and read via the corresponding drive 212, or alternatively may be read by the user from the networks 220 or 222. Still further, the software can also be loaded into the personal computing device 201 from other computer readable media. Computer readable storage media refers to any non-transitory tangible storage medium that provides recorded instructions and / or data to the personal computing device 201 or computer system 200 for execution and / or processing. Examples of such storage media include floppy disks, magnetic tape, CD-ROM, DVD, Blu-ray Disc, a hard disk drive, a ROM or integrated circuit, USB memory, a magneto-optical disk, or a computer readable card such as a PCMCIA card and the like, whether or not such devices are internal or external of the personal computing device 201. Examples of transitory or non-tangible computer readable transmission media that may also participate in the provision of software application programs 233, instructions 231 and / or data to the personal computing device 201 include radio or infra-red transmission channels as well as a network connection 221, 223, 334, to another computer or networked device 290, 291 and the Internet or an Intranet including email transmissions and information recorded on Websites and the like.

[0151] The second part of the application programs 233 and the corresponding code modules mentioned above may be executed to implement one or more graphical user interfaces (GUIs) to be rendered or otherwise represented upon display 214. Through manipulation of, typically, keyboard 202, mouse 203 and / or screen 214 when comprising a touchscreen, a user of personal computing device 201 and the method 300 of the invention may manipulate the interface in a functionally adaptable manner to provide controlling commands and / or input to the applications associated with the GUI(s). Other forms of functionally adaptable user interfaces may also be implemented, such as an audio interface utilising speech prompts output via loudspeakers 217 and user voice commands input via microphone 280. The manipulations including mouse clicks, screen touches, speech prompts and / or user voice commands may be transmitted via network 220 or 222.

[0152] When the personal computing device 201 is initially powered up, a power-on self-test (POST) program 250 may execute. The POST program 250 is typically stored in a ROM 249 of the semiconductor memory 206. A hardware device such as the ROM 249 is sometimes referred to as firmware. The POST program 250 examines hardware within the personal computing device 201 to ensure proper functioning, and typically checks processor 205, memory 234 (209, 206), and a basic input-output systems software (BIOS) module 251, also typically stored in ROM 249, for correct operation. Once the POST program 250 has run successfully, BIOS 251 activates hard disk drive 210. Activation of hard disk drive 210 causes a bootstrap loader program 252 that is resident on hard disk drive 210 to execute via processor 205. This loads an operating system 253 into RAM memory 206 upon which operating system 253 commences operation. Operating system 253 is a system level application, executable by processor 205, to fulfill various high level functions, including processor management, memory management, device management, storage management, software application interface, and generic user interface.

[0153] Operating system 253 manages memory 234 (209, 206) in order to ensure that each process or application running on personal computing device 201 has sufficient memory in which to execute without colliding with memory allocated to another process. Furthermore, the different types of memory available in the personal computing device 201 must be used properly so that each process can run effectively. Accordingly, the aggregated memory 234 is not intended to illustrate how particular segments of memory are allocated, but rather to provide a general view of the memory accessible by personal computing device 201 and how such is used.

[0154] Processor 205 includes a number of functional modules including a control unit 239, an arithmetic logic unit (ALU) 240, and a local or internal memory 248, sometimes called a cache memory. The cache memory 248 typically includes a number of storage registers 244, 245, 246 in a register section storing data 247. One or more internal busses 241 functionally interconnect these functional modules. The processor 205 typically also has one or more interfaces 242 for communicating with external devices via the system bus 204, using a connection 218. The memory 234 is connected to the bus 204 by connection 219.

[0155] Application program 233 includes a sequence of instructions 231 that may include conditional branch and loop instructions. Program 233 may also include data 232 which is used in execution of the program 233. The instructions 231 and the data 232 are stored in memory locations 228, 229, 230 and 235, 236, 237, respectively. Depending upon the relative size of the instructions 231 and the memory locations 228-230, a particular instruction may be stored in a single memory location as depicted by the instruction shown in the memory location 230. Alternately, an instruction may be segmented into a number of parts each of which is stored in a separate memory location, as depicted by the instruction segments shown in the memory locations 228 and 229. In general, processor 205 is given a set of instructions 243 which are executed therein. The processor 205 then waits for a subsequent input, to which processor 205 reacts by executing another set of instructions. Each input may be provided from one or more of a number of sources, including data generated by one or more of the input devices 202, 203, or 214 when comprising a touchscreen, data received from an external source across one of the networks 220, 222, data retrieved from one of the storage devices 206, 209 or data retrieved from a storage medium 225 inserted into the corresponding reader 212. The execution of a set of the instructions may in some cases result in output of data. Execution may also involve storing data or variables to the memory 234.

[0156] The disclosed arrangements use input variables 254 that are stored in the memory 234 in corresponding memory locations 255, 256, 257, 258. The described arrangements produce output variables 261 that are stored in the memory 234 in corresponding memory locations 262, 263, 264, 265. Intermediate variables 268 may be stored in memory locations 259, 260, 266 and 267.

[0157] The register section 244, 245, 246, the arithmetic logic unit (ALU) 240, and the control unit 239 of the processor 205 work together to perform sequences of micro-operations needed to perform “fetch, decode, and execute” cycles for every instruction in the instruction set making up the program 233. Each fetch, decode, and execute cycle comprises:

[0158] (a) a fetch operation, which fetches or reads an instruction 231 from memory location 228, 229, 230;

[0159] (b) a decode operation in which control unit 239 determines which instruction has been fetched; and

[0160] (c) an execute operation in which the control unit 239 and / or the ALU 240 execute the instruction.

[0161] Thereafter, a further fetch, decode, and execute cycle for the next instruction may be executed. Similarly, a store cycle may be performed by which the control unit 239 stores or writes a value to a memory location 232. Each step or sub-process in the method 300 of the invention may be associated with one or more segments of the program 233, and may be performed by register section 244-246, the ALU 240, and the control unit 239 in the processor 205 working together to perform the fetch, decode, and execute cycles for every instruction in the instruction set for the noted segments of program 233.

[0162] One or more other computers 290 may be connected to the communications network 220 as seen in Fig. 2A. Each such computer 290 may have a similar configuration to the personal computing device 201 and corresponding peripherals.

[0163] One or more other server computer 291 may be connected to the communications network 220. These server computers 291 respond to requests from the personal computing device 201 or other server computers to provide information.

[0164] Method 300 may alternatively be implemented in dedicated hardware such as one or more integrated circuits performing the functions or sub functions of the described method 300. Such dedicated hardware may include graphic processors, digital signal processors, or one or more microprocessors and associated memories.

[0165] It will be understood that in order to practice the method 300 of the invention as described above, it is not necessary that the processors and / or the memories of the processing machine be physically located in the same geographical place. That is, each of the processors and the memories used in the invention may be located in geographically distinct locations and connected so as to communicate in any suitable manner. Additionally, it will be understood that each of the processor and / or the memory may be composed of different physical pieces of equipment. Accordingly, it is not necessary that a processor be one single piece of equipment in one location and that the memory be another single piece of equipment in another location. That is, it is contemplated that the processor may be two pieces of equipment in two different physical locations. The two distinct pieces of equipment may be connected in any suitable manner. Additionally, the memory may include two or more portions of memory in two or more physical locations. To explain further, processing as described above is performed by various components and various memories. It will be understood, however, that the processing performed by two distinct components as described above may, in accordance with a further embodiment of the invention be performed by a single component. Further, the processing performed by one distinct component as described above may be performed by two distinct components. In a similar manner, the memory storage performed by two distinct memory portions as described above may, in accordance with a further embodiment of the invention, be performed by a single memory portion. Further, the memory storage performed by one distinct memory portion as described above may be performed by two memory portions.

[0166] Further, various technologies may be used to provide communication between the various processors and / or memories, as well as to allow the processors and / or the memories of the invention to communicate with any other entity, i.e., so as to obtain further instructions or to access and use remote memory stores, for example. Such technologies used to provide such communication might include a network, the Internet, Intranet, Extranet, LAN, an Ethernet, a telecommunications network (e.g., a cellular or wireless network) or any client server system that provides communication, for example. Such communications technologies may use any suitable protocol such as TCP / IP, UDP, or OSI, for example.

[0167] Examples

[0168] The following non-limiting examples illustrate the embodiments of the invention. These examples should not be construed as limiting: the examples are included for the purposes of illustration only. The Examples will be understood to represent an exemplification of the invention.

[0169] Figure 6 shows spring onions stored in a commercial refrigerator installed with a device according to the invention at 4 degree after 50 days.

[0170] Figure 7 shows asparagus stored in a commercial refrigerator installed with a device according to the invention at -1 degree after 35 days. Figure 8 shows peaches stored in a commercial refrigerator installed with a device according to the invention at 2 degree after 30 days.

[0171] Figure 9 shows strawberries stored in a commercial refrigerator installed with a device according to the invention at 2 degree after 15 days.

[0172] Figure 10 shows pears stored in a commercial refrigerator installed with a device according to the invention at -2 degree after 180 days.

[0173] Figure 11 shows an apple stored in a commercial refrigerator installed with a device according to the invention at 2 degree after 300 days.

[0174] Figure 12 shows a kiwi (fruit) stored in a commercial refrigerator installed with a device according to the invention at 1 degree after 150 days.

[0175] Figure 13 shows grapes stored in a commercial refrigerator installed with a device according to the invention at 2 degree after 120 days.

[0176] Figure 14 shows broccoli stored in a commercial refrigerator installed with a device according to the invention at 4 degree after 50 days.

[0177] Figure 15 shows aging of wagyu beef stored in a commercial refrigerator installed with a device according to the invention at -3 degree after 35 days.

[0178] Figure 16 shows chrysanthemum stored in a commercial refrigerator installed with a device according to the invention after 30 days.

[0179] Figures 17A and 17B show comparative trials with strawberries. Figure 17A shows strawberries stored in a cool room fitted with a device according to the invention for 3.5 weeks at 4 °C. Figure 17B shows strawberries stored in a conventional cool room for 3.5 weeks at 4 °C. Table 1 shows a bacterial growth rate comparison between technology of the invention installed in a cool room and a standard cool room without the xerosphere technology.

[0180] Table 1 :

[0181] (SPC) Standard Plate Count: total number of bacteria.

[0182] Coliforms: Indicates hygiene of product.

[0183] Table 2 shows some comparative data contrasting use of the device of the invention in a cool room with a cool room that does not use the device of the invention. The bacteria would be multiple times higher at day 8, day 11 and day 14, in the latter.

[0184] Table 2: Comparative data

[0185] (SPC) Standard Plate Count: total number of bacteria.

[0186] Coliforms: Indicates hygiene of product .

[0187] Residential Fridges

[0188] Further testing will be conducted to confirm that the technology described herein extends the shelf life of fresh produce stored in residential fridges.

[0189] Hospitals

[0190] Further testing will be conducted to confirm that the technology described herein can extend the shelf life of stored blood products and vaccines.

[0191] The device 100 and the system 400 advantageously applies an electric field to create an environment preventing water molecules from bonding together to form ice crystals. For example, with reference to biological material, the applied electric field will stimulate enzymes within the cellular material to further slowdown metabolism thus prolonging the shelf-life further.

[0192] The technology advantageously maintains the moisture, freshness and further extends the shelf-life of the food. The technology also avoids the need to thaw food, saves time in food preparation. Xerosphere technology contains the spreading of mould spores in fresh produce, reduces spoilage.

[0193] It will be readily understood that one of the key advantages of the device 100 and the system 400 is that it improves food quality and may assist in providing sufficient sustenance to the world population, particularly in developing areas. Advantages include: no or reduced ice crystals; no or reduced oxidation; no or reduced protein denaturation; no or reduced vitamin losses; no or reduced texture damage; no or reduced flavour losses; no or reduced freezer bums; no or reduced moisture loss; no or reduced colour loss.

[0194] A further benefit is that it can be applied at all aspects of the supply chain, from harvest or manufacture, through transport and storage to domestic storage at the consumer’s domicile or other endpoint.

[0195] Another advantage is that no ethylene, 1-MCP or carbon dioxide are required.

[0196] In this specification, the terms “comprises”, “comprising” or similar terms are intended to mean a non-exclusive inclusion, such that an apparatus that comprises a list of elements does not include those elements solely, but may well include other elements not listed.

[0197] Throughout the specification the aim has been to describe the invention without limiting the invention to any one embodiment or specific collection of features. Persons skilled in the relevant art may realize variations from the specific embodiments that will nonetheless fall within the scope of the invention.

[0198] Food will not freeze below subfreezing temperature (0°C to -7°C), retaining 99% of its moisture, preserving quality and texture. The electric field slows cellular metabolism, further prolonging shelf-life.

[0199] SUPERCOOLING SYSTEM

[0200] Shut down safety device which trips and leaves a low DBA siren. The electronic wave is highly filtered and does not have any symptoms of radioactive tolerances.

[0201] The previous wave was a constant. The new wave is emitted as an inverter technology where if the quantity of materials to be travelled through is more, then the wave length is increases in length and if the quantity of materials is less, then the wave length decreases in length.

[0202] The electronic wave of new generation has no UV emission due to its high filtration. This technology of filtration is not common knowledge.

[0203] This is the first and only technology where a positive code emits a wave capturing negative air and conducting an electric wave and also pulsates in movement

[0204] The previous wave was a parallel wave. The new wave is erratic pulses movement. The concept of erratic pulse movement in the context of electromagnetic waves, particularly in a cyclic wave generator, can be understood through the interplay of wave properties and the nature of the medium through which they propagate.

[0205] In electromagnetic wave propagation, particularly in plasma or complex media, the behavior of the waves can be influenced by instabilities and interactions with the medium. Saito and Sakai discuss how high-frequency Langmuir waves can be generated from low- frequency whistler waves in magnetized plasmas, emphasizing that the interactions within the plasma can lead to complex wave behaviors, including erratic movements due to instabilities Saito & Sakai (2004). This suggests that even in a cyclic wave generator, the underlying plasma dynamics can introduce irregularities that manifest as erratic pulse movements.

[0206] When electromagnetic waves encounter obstacles, the forced vibrations of free electrons can lead to scattering, which may disrupt the regularity of the wave pattern, causing it to appear erratic despite its cyclic nature.

[0207] The previous transformer spec was 220 V to 240 V and rated at 60 VAKB 1P00 output to panel wave pattern constant as shown in Figure 5 A. The peaks of the E and B fields coincide, as do the troughs of the wave and at each point, the E and B fields are in the same ratio equal to the speed of light c. The plane wave has the form shown in the Figure above.

[0208] The plane wave solution of Maxwell’s equations has the B field directly proportional to the E field at each point, with the relative directions shown.

[0209] New upgrade transformer:

[0210] G.90 - 1095.20

[0211] 60 VA KB 1P00

[0212] Sec 20 mAmps / 3000 volts

[0213] The new upgrade emits:

[0214] 1. Negative propulsion field

[0215] 2. Positive propulsion field

[0216] 3. The panel emits one single dual wave

[0217] 4. The power supplied to the panel is from the power supply unit which constitutes the specifically wound transformer and the electrical circuit modifies the output of the transformer to create the new dual wave

[0218] Power Distribution Indicator (PDI) 1 absorbs the transformer wave and modifies it to a panel propulsion movement. PDI 2 This circuit absorbs the transformer wave and converts it to a corrugated wave. PDI 3 is the auto shutdown of the entire circuit

[0219] PDI 4 is the circuit that illuminates the control box LED, lighting the signal of auto shutdown of the power supply off and on.

[0220] The two electric waves emit and statistically join each other to form one modular wave as sketched. This electric wave does not change the temperature of the cool room or the environment. This electric wave does not generate any temperature. This wave is a designer wave that creates distortion in allowing matter from changing its state. E.g. Matter exists in solids, liquids and gases. Matter can be changed from one state to another. The electro wave stops the change of state of matter and allow it to stay in it preserved state. That is why this is a unique technology.

[0221] If the wave stops its emission through the material product the state of that matter can be transformed. This program can be set automatically or manually.

[0222] References:

[0223] 1Kang, T., You, Y. & Jun, S. Supercooling preservation technology in food and biological samples: a review focused on electric and magnetic field applications. Food Sci Biotechnol 29, 303-321 (2020). https: / / doi.org / 10.1007 / sl0068-020-00750-6

Claims

CLAIMS DEFINING THE INVENTION1. A device for prolonging life of one or more perishable items, the device comprising: a planar mesh providing a planar surface, configured to generate an electric field and to disperse the electric field from the planar surface, wherein the electric field dispersed from the planar surface inhibits water molecules of said items from bonding together to form ice crystals, thereby prolonging the life of the items.

2. A system for prolonging the life of one or more perishable items, the system comprising: a plurality of devices as claimed in claim 1, each in electrical communication with a power supply unit, wherein a planar mesh of each one of said devices is configured to generate an electric field and to disperse the electric field from the planar surface, wherein the electric field dispersed from the planar surface of each one of said devices inhibits water molecules of said items from bonding together to form ice crystals, thereby prolonging the life of the one or more perishable items.

3. A method for prolonging the life of one or more perishable items, the method comprising the steps of: generating an electric field from a planar mesh providing a planar surface; and dispersing the electric field from the planar surface, wherein the electric field dispersed from the planar surface inhibits water molecules from bonding together to form ice crystals, thereby prolonging the life of the one or more perishable items.

4. A non-transitory computer program product comprising: a computer usable medium and computer readable program code embodied on said computer usable medium for prolonging the life of one or more perishable items, the computer readable program code comprising:computer readable program code devices configured to cause a computing device to: generate an electric field from a planar mesh providing a planar surface; and disperse the electric field from the planar surface, wherein the electric field dispersed from the planar surface inhibits water molecules from bonding together to form ice crystals, thereby prolong the life of the one or more perishable item.

5. A method of fitting or retrofitting the device of claim 1 or the system of claim 2, including the step of installing the planar mesh into a room, container, trailer, refrigerator or other storage vessel, compartment or enclosure.

6. A room, container, trailer, refrigerator or other storage vessel, compartment or enclosure comprising the device of claim 1 or the system claim 2.

7. The method, system, device of any one of claims 1 to 6 wherein the planar mesh comprises stainless steel.

8. The method, system, device of claim 7, wherein the stainless steel mesh comprises 40 mesh stainless steel.

9. The method, system, device of any one of claims 1 to 8, wherein an external surface area of the planar mesh is used to disperse the electric field.

10. The method, system, device of any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the planar mesh is insulated with a polycarbonate sheet.

11. The method, system, device of claim 10, wherein the polycarbonate sheet is disposed on an external surface of the planar mesh.

12. The method, system, device of claim 10 or claim 11, wherein the polycarbonate sheet comprises a length and a width matching or slightly larger than a length and a width of the planar mesh.

13. The method, system, device of any one of claims 1 to 12, wherein the planar mesh is disposed on a substrate.

14. The method, system, device of claim 13, wherein the substrate is a protective substrate providing protection from damage during handling and transport.

15. The method, system, device of claim 13 or claim 14, wherein the protective substrate comprises a thermo foam substrate.

16. The method, system, device of any one of claims 13 to 15, wherein the substrate comprises a length and a width matching or slightly larger than a length and a width of the planar mesh.

17. The method, system, device of any one of claims 1 to 16, wherein the planar mesh is connected to a power supply unit with one or more silver connections.

18. The method, system, device of claim 17, wherein the one or more silver connections comprise one or more silver solder contact.

19. The method, system, device of any one of claims 1 to 18, wherein a computer processor is comprised to control power supply and / or one or more parameters associated with the generation of the electric filed.

20. The method, system, device of any one of claims 1 to 19, wherein the electric field travels with full efficiency for three metres from the distance of the polycarbonate sheet.

21. The method, system, device of any one of claims 1 to 20, wherein an electromagnetic VIBGYOR spectrum is used in conjunction with super cooling electromagnetic wave.

22. The method, system, or device of any one of the claims 1 to 21, wherein the electric field is generated, at least in part, by a wave generator circuit configured to produce a corrugated wave.

23. The method, system, or device of claim 22, wherein the wave generator circuit modulates a square wave to create the corrugated wave, the corrugated wave having a pattern of varying amplitude peaks and troughs that inhibit the aggregation of water molecules into ice crystals.

24. The method, system, or device of claim 23, wherein the corrugated wave is formed by amplitude modulation of a sine wave, resulting in a waveform that prevents ice nucleation by maintaining water molecules in a supercooled liquid state.

25. The method, system, or device of any one of claims 22 to 24, wherein the wave generator circuit includes an oscillator, a modulator, an amplifier, and a transducer, arranged to produce and maintain the corrugated waveform within a predetermined frequency range.

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