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3D printed and image-rendered prototype of the Smart Ionizer device.
Invention Summary:
Portable ionizers have been used on the market as air purifiers for the mitigation of viral infections and pollutants in the air. The production of positive or negative ions in the air can attach to negatively and positively-charged viruses in the air, respectively, to mitigate viral attachment to human cells.
Rutgers researchers have developed an IoT-enabled, dual-polarity ionic air purifier with an optimized concave container design. These design enhancements allow for the production of both positive and negative ions for a broader target range, as well as a concave container design to allow for enhanced spread of the ions. The IoT integration of the purifier further allows for remote, real-time monitoring using mobile devices and allows the device to become a portable, wearable air purifier for personal protection.
Market Applications:
- Air purification devices tailored for hospitals, clinics, and schools
- Wearable, personal protection device for office and home environments
- Vent-attached cleaning device in the production areas of electronic components and medical components for required sterile, dust-free environments
Advantages:
- Produces both negative and positive ions for versatile viral targeting
- Concave design creates a focused zone of ions
- Remote monitoring using a mobile device
- Can attach to room vents
- Includes a power-saving feature to improve battery life
Intellectual Property & Development Status: Provisional patent filed, patent pending. Available for licensing and/or research collaboration. For any business development and other collaborative partnerships contact: marketingbd@research.rutgers.edu
