Component Sanitizer With UV Cavity for Shared Workspaces
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Solution Overview
Problem
The challenge of efficiently sanitizing shared work space components without the inconvenience of carrying personal devices or using ineffective sanitizing wipes is unresolved, particularly in shared workspaces where multiple employees use the same equipment.
Innovation Solution
A device with a cavity and integrated sanitation component, such as an ultraviolet light, that automatically sanitizes components like keyboards and mice when placed within, using sensors or user activation for efficient germ reduction.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If employees use shared work space components, then space utilization is improved, but germ transmission increases
Solution Approach 1:
The sanitation device performs preliminary sanitization of components before they are used by employees. The ultraviolet light source is activated to sanitize components that are placed in the cavity, eliminating harmful germs before the components come into contact with users, thus resolving the contradiction between space sharing and germ transmission prevention
2Object-affected harmful factors
If sanitizing wipes are used, then germ reduction is achieved, but wait time and inconvenience increase
Solution Approach 1:
The invention replaces the mechanical action of manually wiping components with sanitizing wipes with an automated ultraviolet light sanitation system. Components are placed in the cavity and the ultraviolet light source automatically sanitizes them, eliminating the need for manual wiping and reducing wait time while maintaining effective germ reduction
3Object-affected harmful factors
If personal sanitizing devices are carried, then hygiene is maintained, but portability and convenience are reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The invention extracts the sanitation function from portable personal devices and integrates it into a stationary workspace device. Instead of employees carrying personal sanitizing devices, the sanitation function is provided by a fixed device located at the workspace, eliminating the need for portability while maintaining hygiene
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Provides convenient, thorough sanitization of shared work space components, reducing germ transmission and enhancing hygiene without the bulk of personal devices or wait times associated with wipes.
Implementation Method 1
a sanitation component including an ultraviolet light located within the cavity
Data Source
AI summary
One embodiment provides a device, including: a body including a top surface, the body being formed to create a cavity located under the top surface and within the body, wherein the cavity receives a component within the body; and a sanitation component located within the body and directed toward the cavity; wherein when the component is placed into the cavity, the sanitation component is activated. Other aspects are claimed and described.