Disinfecting device utilizing ultraviolet radiation
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1. A device for disinfecting a cleaning medium comprising:
- an ultraviolet (UV) bulb positioned to radiate UV light onto the cleaning medium; and
a lens disposed between the UV bulb and the cleaning medium, wherein the lens is adapted to be in direct contact with the cleaning medium.
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Abstract
A disinfecting device is presented having a UV light source for radiation of a cleaning medium to eradicate the medium of infestation agents such as molds, viruses, bacteria and dust mites. The device enhances the disinfection of the medium by providing mechanisms for enhanced penetration of the UV light into the cleaning medium. The device also offers enhanced heat dissipation to promote effective use of the device. Also provided are safety mechanisms to promote the safe and advantageous use of the UV device.
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20 Claims
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1. A device for disinfecting a cleaning medium comprising:
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an ultraviolet (UV) bulb positioned to radiate UV light onto the cleaning medium; and a lens disposed between the UV bulb and the cleaning medium, wherein the lens is adapted to be in direct contact with the cleaning medium. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16)
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17. A device for disinfecting a cleaning medium comprising:
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a UV light source positioned to radiate UV light onto the cleaning medium; and a lens disposed between the UV source and the cleaning medium, wherein the lens is adapted to be in direct contact with the cleaning medium, and wherein the direct contact with the cleaning medium wipes the lens.
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18. A device for disinfecting a cleaning medium comprising:
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a housing; a UV light source disposed within the housing positioned to radiate UV light onto the cleaning medium; a lens disposed between the UV light source and the cleaning medium; and a vacuum assembly, wherein the lens is adapted to be in direct contact with the cleaning medium. - View Dependent Claims (19, 20)
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