Modular Sanitizing Light Conveyor for Flexible Line Integration
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing sanitizing devices are not easily adaptable for different conveyor systems and are not transportable, limiting their versatility and applicability beyond large manufacturing settings.
Innovation Solution
A sanitizing assembly comprising an enclosure, conveyor module, sanitizing light sources, and optional sealing module, which can be integrated with external conveyor systems, allowing for sanitization and sealing of objects using electromagnetic light, and featuring a modular design for flexibility.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If sanitizing devices are designed as large fixed assembly lines in manufacturing settings, then sanitization effectiveness is improved, but adaptability to different conveyor systems and transportability deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The sanitizing device is divided into separate functional modules: a conveyor module and a sanitizing module with enclosure. This segmentation allows each module to be independently configured and adapted to different conveyor systems while maintaining effective sanitization functionality.
Solution Approach 2:
The sanitizing assembly is designed with universal interfaces and standardized components that enable it to be integrated with various types of conveyor systems (belt conveyors, roller conveyors, etc.). The modular design allows the same sanitizing module to serve multiple applications across different settings.
2Reliability
If sanitizing devices are designed as large fixed assembly lines, then sanitization effectiveness is improved, but transportability deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
By dividing the sanitizing device into separable modules (conveyor module, sanitizing module with enclosure, sealing module), the system becomes transportable while maintaining effectiveness. Each module can be moved and reconfigured as needed without compromising the sanitization process.
3Adaptability or versatility
If a complete sanitizing assembly with conveyor module and sealing module is used, then functionality and versatility are improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The complete sanitizing assembly is segmented into distinct functional modules that can be independently installed, operated, and maintained. This modular approach reduces overall system complexity by allowing each module to be optimized separately while maintaining full functionality when integrated.
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
The assembly effectively sanitizes objects using electromagnetic light and can be easily integrated with various conveyor systems, providing a versatile and transportable solution for sanitization and sealing needs.
Implementation Method 1
Electromagnetic light emitted at a certain wavelength range may have the effect of sanitizing and disinfecting the surface of an object that is exposed to the emission
Data Source
AI summary
The invention relates generally to a sanitizing device that may comprise of an enclosure, a conveyor module, a plurality of sanitizing light sources, and possibly a sealing module. Objects that need to be sanitized may be transported or placed inside the enclosure and can be exposed to sanitizing lights from a plurality of sanitizing light sources. After the exposure to the sanitizing lights, the objects may convey out of the apparatus or go through a sealing module before exiting the enclosure. The conveyor module of the sanitizing device may be driven by torque created by an exterior conveyor belt or a motorized mechanism integrated within the apparatus.