We propose a special design enclosure device that promotes isotropic distribution of germicidal UV-C light for the effective disinfection of difficult to reach surfaces. We used experimental and computational approaches to investigate the disinfection efficacy of this device against
UV-C exposure is an effective disinfectant for a range of bacteria and viruses. As such, UV-C treatment, in combination with a chemical wipe, is a common cleaning protocol in medical facilities. Given the increase in severe bacterial and viral agents in society, having access to environmentally friendly disinfectant methods is of increasing interest. In response, we designed, constructed, and validated a UV-C disinfection system from readily accessible components. To improve the UV-C intensity, the enclosure interior was coated with chrome paint. The system is validated using
- Award ID(s):
- 2028445
- NSF-PAR ID:
- 10171998
- Publisher / Repository:
- Optical Society of America
- Date Published:
- Journal Name:
- Biomedical Optics Express
- Volume:
- 11
- Issue:
- 8
- ISSN:
- 2156-7085
- Format(s):
- Medium: X Size: Article No. 4326
- Size(s):
- Article No. 4326
- Sponsoring Org:
- National Science Foundation
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