Money Disinfectant Machine

Abstract

The present invention discloses an enhanced design of money disinfectant system which provides quality of high ratio of killing germs and is easily cleanable, closable, reusable, and offer the convenient option to disinfect and work smartly with money counting machines. The assembly is in form of a stainless material which combines Ultraviolet Light (UV) with a Heat element. The assembly is a handheld unit and can be added to many other money, related machines, to kill deadly viruses and germs by applying heat and/or UV during a short period time.

Claims

I: a currency purification and distribution system comprising: a cash box system where the outer casing has UV timer control knob; UV intensity control knob; heat temperature control knob; heat timer control knob; heating element; on/off indicator; clips to attach to money counting machine and power cord.

II: The currency storage, purification and distribution system wherein said ultraviolet light administration system and said disinfectant system are triggered upon turning on/off the indicator buttons. the currency purification system of claim 1 wherein said ultraviolet light administration system comprises an ultraviolet light panel comprising far-Ultraviolet light bulb with electrical connections; the currency purification system of claim 1 wherein said system has timer control knob to control time from 1-10 minutes; the currency purification system of claim 1 wherein said system has temperature control knob having a range of temperature capacity of 102 to 250 degrees Fahrenheit, 38.9 and 121.1 degree Celsius; the currency purification system of claim 1 wherein said system has exposure intensity knobs measure the intensity exposure and UV light from 200-400 nanometers or microwatt; the currency purification system of claim 1 wherein said system has handle for ease in portability; the currency purification system of claim 1 wherein said system has clips to attach to money counting machine if required and the currency purification system of claim 1 wherein said system has power cord to meet energy requirements.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0032] FIG. 1 discloses a metal box, which contains a UVC Light lamp and a heating element with temperature controls.

[0033] FIG. 2 discloses a top view of the Money Disinfectant (MD) where multiple control tabs can be seen as per preferred embodiments of the invention.

[0034] FIG. 3 discloses another bottom view of assembly where UV light and heating element of the Money Disinfectant (MD) can be seen as per preferred embodiments of the invention.

[0035] FIG. 4 discloses another complete view of assembly where Money Disinfectant (MD) can be used as an attachment to a typical money counting machine as per preferred embodiments of the invention.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0036] Detailed descriptions of the preferred embodiment are provided herein. It is to be understood, however, that the present invention may be embodied in various forms. Therefore, specific details disclosed herein are not to be interpreted as limiting, but rather as a basis for the claims and as a representative basis for teaching one skilled in the art to employ the present invention in virtually any appropriately detailed system, structure or manner.

[0037] The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the invention. As used herein, the term “and/or” includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items. As used herein, the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the” are intended to include the plural forms as well as the singular forms, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It will be further understood that the terms “comprises” and/or “comprising,” when used in this specification, specify the presence of stated features, steps, operations, elements, and/or components, but do not preclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, steps, operations, elements, components, and/or groups thereof.

[0038] According to the World Health Organization viruses are inactivated at temperatures between 60 and 65 degrees Celsius. The temperature to kill bacteria differs with the bacterial habitat. Although most bacteria do not live above 102 degrees Fahrenheit. At 102 degrees Fahrenheit most bacteria can no longer reproduce.

[0039] Temperature of 165 Fahrenheit to 250 Fahrenheit will kill most of the germs and yet some viruses can't be killed. This is because they don't have structure that can be destroyed by heat, and an Ultraviolet Light is added to kill them. The exact temperatures that kill germs, however, depend on the microbe and how long it stays in the heat.

[0040] Using the above information, the Money Disinfectant was created with a dry heating element and with an Ultraviolet (UVC) Light designed to kill germs, viruses and bacteria. Unlike chemical approaches to water disinfection, UV light provides rapid, effective inactivation of microorganisms through a physical process. When bacteria, viruses and protozoa are exposed to the germicidal wavelengths of UV light, they are rendered incapable of reproducing and infecting.

[0041] Research has further proved that UV Light can kill viruses, including the Flu. It has been known that broad spectrum of Ultraviolet C (far-UVC) light has the power to kill bacteria and viruses by breaking molecular bonds. The average bacterium will be killed in ten seconds at a distance of six inches from the light in a Ultraviolet germicidal fixture. The dosage, a product of UV light intensity and exposure time, is usually measured in microjoules per square centimeter, or equivalently as microwatt seconds per square centimeter Dosages for a 90% kill of most bacteria and viruses range from 2,000 to 8,000.

[0042] UVC light is part of the ultraviolet light spectrum and emits a high frequency of UV light that makes it extremely effective at killing bacteria, viruses, mold and other pathogens. Killing bacteria with UV light requires the use of germicidal wavelengths of 185-254 nanometers (nm).

[0043] The effectiveness of the UVC light is proven as the use of UV sterilization, or ultraviolet germicidal irradiation, has been found to be extremely effective. Sources of UV sterilization can kill over 99% of viruses, bacteria, and fungi in an extremely short amount of time. The time period to disinfect with the UV light can have efficient inactivation of bacteria up to a distance of eight feet on either side and exposure time of 30 minutes is adequate.

[0044] Also, the safety of the UV light has been proven in that UV Light that Is safe for humans but bad for Bacteria and Viruses. Scientists have known for decades that broad-spectrum UVC light, which has a wavelength of between 200 to 400 nanometers (nm), is highly effective at killing bacteria and viruses by destroying the molecular bonds that hold their DNA together.

[0045] The Money Disinfectant (MD) invention as per preferred embodiments functions using UV light and by killing over 100 deadly viruses, bacteria and germs causing illnesses, found on paper monies, by applying heater and/or Ultraviolet light (UV).

[0046] FIG. 1 illustrates the metal box, which contains a UVC Light lamp and a heating element with temperature controls. The assembly consist of following parts Metal Box (1), Ultraviolet timer control knob (2), UV intensity control knob (3), Heat temperature Control Knob (4), heat timer Control Knob (5), clip to attach to money counting machine (6), Unit Handle (7), Power Cord (8), On/Off Indicator light (9), On/Off switch (10), UV light (11) and heating element (12).

[0047] FIG. 2 discloses a top view of the Money Disinfectant (MD) where multiple control tabs Ultraviolet timer control knob (2), UV intensity control knob (3), Heat temperature Control Knob (4), heat timer Control Knob (5) Unit Handle (7), On/Off Indicator light (9), On/Off switch (10) can be seen as per preferred embodiments of the invention.

[0048] FIG. 3 discloses another bottom view of assembly where UV light (11) and heating element (12) of the Money Disinfectant (MD) can be seen as per preferred embodiments of the invention.

[0049] FIG. 4 discloses another complete view of assembly where Money Disinfectant (1) can be used as an attachment to a typical money counting machine as per preferred embodiments of the invention.

[0050] The metal box (1) dimension as per its illustrative embodiments is 8″ of length by 6″ in width by 2″ high top of the box and has a handle attached to it. The anterior portion of the box has on/off switch (10) where the on/off indicator light (9), turns green when unit is On. The top of the box has also a Heat timer control knob (5) to measure amount of time that heat is applied, from 0-60 minutes.

[0051] The top portion of the metal box also has heat temperature control knob (4) to control the amount of heat being applied in Fahrenheit and Celsius degrees, ranging from 102-250 degrees. The assembly further has Far-UVC Light Timer control knob to measure farUVC light exposure time, ranging from O to 10 minutes. The far-UVC Light intensity control knob (3), measure in nanometers (nm) from 200-400 or in micro watts. The assembly has further a Power cord on the right side of assembly and can also be battery operated.

[0052] The top of the box has 2 clips which are used to attach the unit to other equipment such as a typical money counter machine, cash registers, ATMs, etc.

[0053] The assembly contain far-Ultraviolet light bulb (2) with electrical connections. The UV light range from 200-400 nanometer (nm). The UV light provides rapid, effective inactivation of microorganisms through a physical process. When germs, bacteria, viruses and protozoa are exposed to the germicidal wavelengths of UV light, they are rendered incapable of reproducing and infecting. Research further shows that it takes one minute to kill deadly viruses and bacteria using the UV light.

[0054] The assembly as per further embodiments contains a dry heating element (3) with a timer, control knob and a temperature control knob: the timer knob is (O to 10 minutes); and the temperature control knob has a range of temperature capacity of 102 to 250 degrees Fahrenheit, 38.9 and 121.1 degree Celsius.

[0055] The UV Light element contain a bulb, far-ultraviolet light (UVC) that is controlled by 2 knobs to measure time and intensity. The timer knob (4) ranges from (0-10 minutes); where the exposure intensity knob measures the intensity exposure and UV light from 200-400 nanometers (nm) or microwatt UV Light which is safe for humans. The Timer (4) where the time range from 0-10 minutes allows the user to set time as required.

[0056] The temperature control knob (5) has a ranging temperature capacity of 102 to 250 degrees Fahrenheit, 38.9 and 121.1 degree Celsius. The temperature to kill bacteria differs with bacterial habitat. At 102 degrees Fahrenheit most bacteria can no longer reproduce.

[0057] The assembly can be turned on or off when required. It has handles (7) which allows ease of portability. The clips (6) are used to attach unit to another machine, such as money counting machines, cash registers, ATMs, etc. The assembly can be plugged into electrical outlet for Power (8).

[0058] The device as per its further embodiments is crafted from extra firm material to give the ultimate support needed for optimal performance. The device is designed to be made of stainless steel to withstand long time usage. It is also small, lightweight, and easy to use which makes it the superior choice for professionals and for every common user.

[0059] While a specific embodiment has been shown and described, many variations are possible. With time, additional features may be employed. The particular shape or configuration of the platform or the interior configuration may be changed to suit the system or equipment with which it is used.

[0060] Having described the invention in detail, those skilled in the art will appreciate that modifications may be made to the invention without departing from its spirit. Therefore, it is not intended that the scope of the invention be limited to the specific embodiment illustrated and described. Rather, it is intended that the scope of this invention be determined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

[0061] The Abstract of the Disclosure is provided to allow the reader to quickly ascertain the nature of the technical disclosure. It is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims. In addition, in the foregoing Detailed Description, it can be seen that various features are grouped together in various embodiments for the purpose of streamlining the disclosure. This method of disclosure is not to be interpreted as reflecting an intention that the claimed embodiments require more features than are expressly recited in each claim. Rather, as the following claims reflect, inventive subject matter lies in less than all features of a single disclosed embodiment. Thus, the following claims are hereby incorporated into the Detailed Description, with each claim standing on its own as a separately claimed subject matter.