A61L2202/14

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ENVIRONMENT-ADAPTIVE ROBOTIC DISINFECTION

Provided are methods and apparatus for environment-adaptive robotic disinfecting. In an example, provided is a method that can include (i) creating, from digital images, a map of a structure; (ii) identifying a location of a robot in the structure; (iii) segmenting, using a machine learning-based classifying algorithm trained based on object affordance information, the digital images to identify potentially contaminated surfaces within the structure; (iv) creating a map of potentially contaminated surfaces within the structure; (v) calculating a trajectory of movement of the robot to move the robot to a location of a potentially contaminated surface in the potentially contaminated surfaces; and (vi) moving the robot along the trajectory of movement to position a directional decontaminant source adjacent to the potentially contaminated surface. Other methods, systems, and computer-readable media are also disclosed.

IMPROVEMENTS IN OR RELATING TO DISINFECTION OF OBJECTS
20230226237 · 2023-07-20 · ·

A disinfection apparatus for disinfecting an object is disclosed. The disinfection apparatus comprises at least one disinfection unit operable to perform a disinfection operation on the object to be disinfected, an outer casing and at least one actuating door. The outer casing and the at least one actuating door define a disinfection compartment. The apparatus includes at least one position sensor for detecting the presence of an object to be disinfected having been positioned within the disinfection compartment, at least one obstruction sensor operable to detect whether at least a first safety zone is clear, and a central control unit, the central control unit being operable to control operation of the at least one actuating door, the at least one position sensor, the at least one obstruction sensor, and the at least one disinfection unit.

CAB PROVIDED WITH A SANITIZATION SYSTEM
20230226886 · 2023-07-20 ·

Vehicle comprising a plurality of walls defining a housing and a sanitization system for said housing comprising diffuser means, a source of sanitizing fluid, ventilation means and an electronic unit, this being configured to allow the passage of the sanitizing fluid from the source to the diffuser means, the diffuser means nebulizing this fluid inside said housing, the electronic unit being configured to activate the ventilation means to allow the airing of said housing following the nebulization of the sanitizing fluid inside the housing.

UVC Sanitizing Bag
20230023423 · 2023-01-26 ·

The UVC sanitizing bag is a device intended to help with eliminating harmful bacteria and viruses from various solid products. In order to accomplish this, the device includes a bag base that ensures the bag can stay charged and hold various products. Further, the bag lid ensures the product placed within the device can be exposed to UVC lights from multiple directions. Additionally, the plurality of bag handles and bag pockets provide the user with additional functionality and storage. Further, a plurality of boards and shelves are designed to allow multiple storage levels which can be created within the UVC sanitizing bag and ensure the bag retains its overall shape. Thus, the device is a bag that can sanitize any solid product placed within, quickly and efficiently by utilizing UVC lights and ensures the safety of the user throughout the process.

OZONE TREATMENT DEVICE
20230022128 · 2023-01-26 ·

An ozone treatment device includes an ozone destruct module and an ozone generator mounted within a housing. The ozone destruct module and the ozone generator are mounted between corresponding air inlets and air outlets formed in the housing. The ozone treatment device also includes a controller mounted to the housing. The controller is configured to generate ozone with the ozone generator for a first time period and to automatically destruct ozone with the ozone destruct module for a second time period following the first time period. In certain implementations the treatment device includes an input device for receiving an operator input. In such cases the controller can determine the first and second time periods based on the operator input.

PLASMA TREATMENT APPARATUS AND METHOD USING SAME
20230226236 · 2023-07-20 · ·

The present disclosure relates to a plasma treatment apparatus and a method using the same, and more particularly, to a plasma treatment apparatus for applying, to a target object, such as a biomaterial, characteristics (e.g., removal of organic materials, crosslinking reaction, etching reaction, structural change by surface chemical reaction, sterilization effect, wettability, adhesiveness, bondability, color compatibility, surface reinforcement, modification of surface heat resistance, sterilization, removal of harmful proteins/bacteria, etc.) according to plasma treatment, and a method using the plasma treatment apparatus.

Ultraviolet disinfection device

The present device provides a safe, effective means of mobile ultraviolet (UV) disinfection. A control board within the main body of the device receives data from sensors that may variously measure orientation and speed of the main body as it moves along various surfaces for disinfection. In response to such data, the control board may brighten, dim, or completely shut off UV light-emitting diodes (UVLEs), both to prevent over- and under-exposure of the materials being disinfected, and to prevent a user from unsafely using the device.

Medical device inspection system

A medical device inspection system may include a base, a medical device holder on the base, a fiber scope holder on the base, a moveable roller moveably attached to the base such that it is free to rotate around an axis and move from a first position to a second position along the base, and a feeder coupled with the base for feeding a flexible portion of the fiber scope into a lumen of the medical device. During use, the flexible portion of the fiber scope may extend from the handle, around the moveable roller, and through the feeder to enter an opening in the lumen of the medical device.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR TREATING BIOLOGICAL FLUIDS

Provided are systems and methods for treating a biological fluid, e.g., to inactivate pathogens.

ELECTRONIC DEVICES WITH ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT SOURCES
20230226233 · 2023-07-20 ·

In an example, an electronic device includes a housing and an input device exposed in an upper surface of the housing. The input device may include a transparent input interface. Further, the electronic device may include a transparent photocatalyst layer disposed on the transparent input interface, an ultraviolet (UV) light source disposed in the input device to emit light, and a conductive oxide layer disposed in the input device between the transparent input interface and the UV light source. Furthermore, the electronic device may include a controller to control a degree of transparency of the conductive oxide layer to permit the light to pass through the conductive oxide layer to contact the transparent photocatalyst layer.