Hygienization generator for integrated aqueous ozone and alkaline water production
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing disinfection systems in industries such as food and beverage production and dental care face challenges with biofilm buildup, ineffective biofilm disruption, health and safety risks from caustic chemicals, and lack of dynamic control and monitoring, leading to incomplete disinfection and operational inefficiencies.
Innovation Solution
A hygienization generator system that integrates aqueous ozone and alkaline water production, with dynamic control and monitoring, and optional microfoaming capabilities, to create customizable disinfection solutions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If traditional caustic chemicals and liquid cleaners are used for disinfection, then cleaning capability is provided, but health and safety risks increase and environmental hazards are created
Solution Approach 1:
The patent changes the chemical parameters by using aqueous ozone (oxidizing agent) and alkaline water (pH-adjusted water) instead of traditional caustic chemicals. This parameter substitution maintains disinfection effectiveness while eliminating the harmful health and safety risks associated with conventional chemical cleaners.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent employs aqueous ozone, a strong oxidant, as the primary disinfection mechanism. The ozone generates reactive oxygen species that effectively kill pathogens and disrupt biofilms, providing reliable disinfection performance without the toxic effects of traditional caustic chemicals.
2Reliability
If mechanical scraping or agitation is used to disrupt biofilms, then biofilm removal effectiveness is improved, but the method becomes impractical for inaccessible piping systems
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces mechanical scraping or agitation methods with a chemical solution delivery system. The aqueous ozone and alkaline water mixture is pumped through the piping system, allowing chemical action to disrupt biofilms without requiring physical access to the pipes for mechanical intervention.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent uses the chemical solution (aqueous ozone and alkaline water) as an intermediary that can travel through the piping system to reach biofilm deposits. This intermediary carries the disinfection function throughout the system without requiring direct mechanical contact or access to the piping interior.
3Ease of operation
If chemical cleaning alone is used without mechanical disruption, then ease of operation is maintained, but thorough disinfection is not achieved
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a composite disinfection solution by combining aqueous ozone (oxidizing agent for pathogen kill) and alkaline water (pH-adjusted water for biofilm softening). This composite approach maintains operational simplicity while achieving thorough disinfection through the synergistic action of both components.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent merges two chemical mechanisms (oxidation from ozone and alkaline hydrolysis) into a single integrated cleaning process. This combination allows the system to maintain ease of operation while achieving complete disinfection that neither mechanism could accomplish alone.
4Manufacturing precision
If dynamic control and monitoring of ozone concentration and pH levels are implemented, then disinfection precision is improved, but system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent incorporates sensors and control systems that monitor ozone concentration and pH levels in real-time, providing feedback to maintain optimal disinfection parameters. This feedback mechanism ensures precise control over the chemical properties of the cleaning solution while automating the complexity of parameter management.
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 superior disinfection performance with precise control over ozone concentration and pH levels, effectively disrupting biofilms and reducing chemical residues, while ensuring safety and operational efficiency.
Implementation Method 1
an aqueous ozone generator with an ion exchange material and an electrolysis unit configured to produce a desired ozone concentration from water
Implementation Method 2
an alkaline water generator configured to produce water with a desired pH level
Implementation Method 3
leveraging the unique properties of both components to achieve enhanced microbial inactivation and oxidation performance
Data Source
AI summary
The present invention relates to a hygienization generator system and method for producing customized disinfection solutions by combining aqueous ozone and alkaline water. The system includes an aqueous ozone generator with an ion exchange material and electrolysis unit, an alkaline water generator capable of producing water with adjustable pH levels, and a mixer to form a homogeneous solution. A control system dynamically adjusts ozone concentration and PH levels based on user inputs or preconfigured settings, with real-time feedback provided by integrated sensors. The system features a user interface for parameter selection, remote monitoring capabilities, and optional microfoaming technology to enhance solution efficacy. Applications include surface sanitization, produce washing, dental water line disinfection, and biofilm removal in industrial piping. The portable configuration supports on-site use with modular dispensing options. This invention overcomes prior shortcomings, offering precise, eco-friendly, and versatile disinfection solutions.