Electrostatic vapor/aerosol/air ion generator
First Claim
1. Apparatus for generating electrostatically charged aerosols and vapors comprising:
- a porous, capillary unit of elongated configuration having a vapor dispensing end;
electrode means, said electrode means consisting essentially of a single electrode disposed in close proximity to said capillary unit;
electrical contact means on said electrode for connecting said electrode to a source of high voltage, direct current (DC) power; and
means for supplying liquid to said capillary unit, whereby liquid passes through said porous capillary unit in proximity to said electrode and is electrostatically charged and dispensed as vapor or aerosol from said dispensing end of said capillary unit.
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Abstract
The controlled generation of vapors and/or aerosols from liquids is accomplished by applying a regulated, DC voltage to a wick-like, porous emitter or generator assembly which is supplied with the desired liquid to be vaporized. An electrostatic charge is applied to the liquid by means of an electrode positioned in contact with the wick assembly and connected to the DC power supply. The wick assembly includes a porous, capillary material, such as braided fibers, through which the liquid passes to exposed, vapor-emitting fiber tips.
The environment in a room, or enclosed space of any kind, may be aromatically conditioned and/or have its quality modified and enhanced by using a selected liquid conditioning substance such as an aromatic oil, deodorant, disinfectant, fumigant, fungicide, insecticide, or bactericide.
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16 Claims
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1. Apparatus for generating electrostatically charged aerosols and vapors comprising:
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a porous, capillary unit of elongated configuration having a vapor dispensing end; electrode means, said electrode means consisting essentially of a single electrode disposed in close proximity to said capillary unit; electrical contact means on said electrode for connecting said electrode to a source of high voltage, direct current (DC) power; and means for supplying liquid to said capillary unit, whereby liquid passes through said porous capillary unit in proximity to said electrode and is electrostatically charged and dispensed as vapor or aerosol from said dispensing end of said capillary unit. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13)
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14. Apparatus for generating electrostatically charged vapors and aerosols for release into a room comprising:
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a porous, capillary unit of elongated configuration having a vapor dispensing end terminating in a plurality of filaments; electrode means, said electrode means consisting essentially of a single electrode disposed in close proximity to said capillary unit; electrical contact means on said electrode for connecting said electrode to a source of high voltage, direct current (DC) power; means for supplying liquid to said capillary unit, whereby liquid passes through said capillary unit in proximity to said electrode and is electrostatically charged and dispensed as a vapor or aerosol from said dispensing end of said capillary unit, said liquid supplying means comprising an outer, liquid impervious vessel which holds a supply of liquid; and an electrically insulating holder having an upwardly opening recess within which said vessel is removably received for vapor dispensing operation. - View Dependent Claims (15, 16)
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