EP4222022A1 - Disinfection module - Google Patents

Disinfection module

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EP4222022A1
EP4222022A1 EP21773613.1A EP21773613A EP4222022A1 EP 4222022 A1 EP4222022 A1 EP 4222022A1 EP 21773613 A EP21773613 A EP 21773613A EP 4222022 A1 EP4222022 A1 EP 4222022A1
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disinfection module
housing
light source
module
disinfection
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French (fr)
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Valentin Maier
Tilo Volkmann
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Mercedes Benz Group AG
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  • the invention relates to a disinfection module with at least one light source emitting UV-C radiation for disinfecting an object.
  • the invention also relates to a vehicle with such a disinfection module.
  • a storage compartment for a vehicle is known from KR101517694 B1, the storage compartment having a wireless charger and LED modules on two sides of the housing. Furthermore, the storage compartment is designed to be displaceable in the X direction and the LED modules are designed in such a way that an object placed in the storage compartment can be disinfected.
  • the invention is based on the object of specifying a novel disinfection module with at least one light source emitting UV-C radiation for disinfecting an object and a vehicle with such a disinfection module.
  • the object is achieved according to the invention by a disinfection module which has the features specified in claim 1 and by a vehicle which has the features specified in claim 10 .
  • a disinfection module with at least one light source emitting UV-C radiation for disinfecting an object comprises a housing in which the at least one light source is arranged, the housing being designed to be portable and a connection element for connecting the at least one light source to an electrical voltage source Supply of at least one light source having electrical energy. Due to the fact that the disinfection module is designed to be portable, it can be used at different locations for the disinfection of objects, if necessary, particularly at locations where there is a voltage source that is compatible with the connection element.
  • the disinfection module is intended for use in a vehicle, with the disinfection module being able to be arranged, for example, in a storage compartment of a center console, in a glove compartment or in another suitable installation space of the vehicle.
  • a vehicle user uses a shelf in the vehicle that is ergonomically accessible for him to safely stow away an object such as a key, a smartphone, a wallet or a mouth and nose protector.
  • the respective object can be disinfected by means of the disinfection module, so that the vehicle user can remove the object almost free of bacteria and viruses after a comparatively short disinfection time or leave it in the storage compartment.
  • disinfection is offered to the vehicle user as a selectable menu item on the part of the disinfection module and/or on the part of the vehicle.
  • the disinfection module also makes it possible to disinfect a storage area, in particular in the vehicle, so that a user of another vehicle can be provided with at least one disinfected storage area.
  • connection element has an interface of a serial bus system, a power bank, d. H. a portable additional battery can be used to operate the disinfection module.
  • Such a disinfection module enables an object, for example a smartphone, to be disinfected comparatively quickly and easily, so that bacteria and/or viruses can be killed and thus any risk of infection that may be present can be at least significantly reduced.
  • the intensity of the UV-C radiation is designed in such a way that damage to irradiated objects is largely ruled out.
  • the housing is pivotably arranged on the connecting element, so that it is possible to align the at least one light source with respect to the object to be disinfected and/or with respect to the shelf to be disinfected. As a result, the efficiency of the disinfection can be increased.
  • the housing and the connecting element are connected to one another via a ball joint, so that the light source emitting at least one UV-C radiation can be pivoted along a number of degrees of freedom.
  • a protective cap which can be arranged at least on the housing in order to align it.
  • an environment-dependent correct alignment for example an angle of the housing with the light source emitting UV-C radiation
  • the protective cap can represent an accessory that can be supplied, for example, in relation to vehicles in a series-specific manner.
  • This protective cap is then arranged at a specific location in the interior of the vehicle in such a way that it provides the disinfection module with a fixed spatial orientation. This ensures that possible sources of error are minimized when installing and using the disinfection module and that the module can be used efficiently
  • a specific orientation of the disinfection module is set, in particular of the light source emitting at least one UV-C radiation, the disinfection module also being protected from twisting and/or mechanical influences by means of the protective cap.
  • a possible embodiment of the disinfection module provides that a standing device is formed, arranged or can be arranged on the housing. It is thus possible to position the disinfection module as freely as possible, for example within a storage compartment. It can also be provided that, in addition or as an alternative to the standing device, a suction cup is or can be arranged on the housing, so that the disinfection module can also be attached to a cover element or a wall surface of a storage compartment and thus UV-C radiation can be absorbed from above and/or is emitted laterally into the storage compartment.
  • the connection element comprises a cable, so that the disinfection module can be freely positioned according to an available length and depending on a position of the voltage source.
  • the disinfection module has a module for wireless charging of at least one compatible mobile communication unit, in particular a smartphone.
  • the module can be supplied with electrical energy via the voltage source to which the disinfection module is connected.
  • a safety device comprising at least one sensor for determining a closed state of a storage compartment for arranging the object to be disinfected by means of the emitted UVC radiation of the at least one light source.
  • the closed state of the storage compartment in which the disinfection module is arranged can be detected on the basis of detected signals from the sensor, which works on a lidar basis and/or can be designed as a light sensor, so that the detected signals can be used both to activate and to deactivate the disinfection module .
  • the invention relates to a vehicle with a disinfection module, which has at least one light source emitting UV-C radiation, so that a vehicle user can place one or more objects, such as B. a key and / or a smartphone, can disinfect the ferry operation of the vehicle.
  • a disinfection module which has at least one light source emitting UV-C radiation, so that a vehicle user can place one or more objects, such as B. a key and / or a smartphone, can disinfect the ferry operation of the vehicle.
  • a vehicle includes such a disinfection module and the vehicle is a rented vehicle and/or an organized shared vehicle, it is therefore possible to make the vehicle with disinfected storage areas available to a new or another vehicle user.
  • FIG. 1 schematically shows a storage compartment with a portable disinfection module
  • Fig. 2 schematically the disinfection module
  • FIG. 3 schematically shows the disinfection module with a housing in a first position
  • FIG. 5 schematically shows the disinfection module with the housing in the first position and a protective cap
  • FIG. 6 schematically shows the disinfection module with the housing in the second position and the protective cap
  • Fig. 8 schematically the disinfection module with a suction cup
  • FIG. 9 schematically shows the disinfection module with a module for wireless charging of a mobile communication unit.
  • FIG. 1 shows a closed storage compartment A with a portable disinfection module 1, the storage compartment A being located in a vehicle that is not shown in detail.
  • the disinfection module 1 is shown separately.
  • the disinfection module 1 comprises a light source 2 emitting UV-C radiation S, which is arranged with its electronic ballast in a housing 3, the disinfection module 1 also having a connection element 4 in order to supply the light source 2 with its electronic ballast with electrical energy.
  • a possible Execution is designed as the light source 2 emitting UV-C radiation light-emitting diode.
  • Disinfection using UV-C radiation is based on a physical process that kills microorganisms comparatively quickly and effectively.
  • the disinfection module 1 described below is designed to be portable.
  • the disinfection module 1 can therefore be used in different areas of the vehicle, e.g. B. in a shelf in a center console, in a glove box or in another volume of space that can be opened and closed.
  • the vehicle user not only has the option of putting down an object during the ferry operation, but can also disinfect it at the same time using the disinfection module 1 .
  • the disinfection module 1 Since the disinfection module 1 is designed to be portable, it can be offered to a vehicle user as an accessory. For example, it is possible for the disinfection module 1 to be carried along by a vehicle user or for the disinfection module 1 to be assigned to a vehicle and thus remain in the vehicle.
  • the disinfection module 1 includes the housing 3 on which a connection element 4 is arranged, which is designed as a plug connector, in particular for connection to a serial bus system arranged in the vehicle.
  • a socket corresponding to the connection element 4 is arranged in the storage compartment A as a voltage source 5, into which the connection element 4 can be inserted, so that the electronic ballast and the light source 2 emitting UV-C radiation S are supplied with electrical energy.
  • the disinfection module 1 according to the present exemplary embodiment in FIG. 1 is connected to the serial bus system or another electrical voltage source 5, so that the disinfection module 1 is fixed in the storage compartment A, then the UV-C radiation S-emitting light source 2 is aligned, in particular on a storage surface of the storage compartment A, on which an object to be stowed and disinfected is placed.
  • the disinfection module 1 is a separate functional element which can be stowed in the vehicle or connected to another suitable location and put into operation.
  • An intensity of the UV-C radiation S of the disinfection module 1 is designed in such a way that damage to an irradiated object, for example a smartphone, can be largely ruled out.
  • Figures 3 and 4 show the disinfection module 1 in different positions P1, P2, the disinfection module 1 being shown in Figure 3 in a position P1 and in Figure 4 in a further position P2.
  • the disinfection module 1 can be moved along one degree of freedom, with the housing 3 being arranged on the connection element 4 such that it can be pivoted via an axis of rotation R for this purpose.
  • the light source 2 emitting UV-C radiation S can be aligned in relation to different environmental conditions, so that an optimized irradiation of objects and/or a storage area can be ensured at least in a plurality of storage compartments A.
  • a course of the axis of rotation R can deviate from a course shown in Figures 3 and 4, whereby alternatively or additionally a differently designed joint, for example a ball and socket joint, can be provided so that the disinfection module 1 can be moved along two degrees of freedom in order to rotate the light source 2 to be optimally aligned in relation to an object to be disinfected and/or a storage area to be disinfected.
  • a differently designed joint for example a ball and socket joint
  • a linear adjustment of the housing 3 with the light source 2 and the connecting element 4 is also conceivable, a telescopic guide being suitable for this purpose.
  • a protective cap 6 shown in FIGS. 5 and 6 is provided to ensure correct alignment of the disinfection module 1 depending on the environment, for example in relation to an angle, ie an angle of inclination.
  • the protective cap 6 can be a plastic injection-moulded part that is supplied with the purchase of the disinfection module 1, for example for a specific series.
  • the protective cap S is slipped over the disinfection module 1 , the light source 2 emitting UV-C radiation S being uncovered by the protective cap 6 .
  • the protective cap 6 is also slipped over the connection element 4, with the protective cap 6 also being able to have a different shape, so that, for example, the connection element 4 is also uncovered and exposed.
  • the protective cap 6 is form-fitting, z. B. by clipping or latching, to the disinfection module 1 fastened, with a positioning of the protective cap 6 in relation to the disinfection module 1, an alignment of the same adjusts and the disinfection module 1 is protected by the protective cap 6 against twisting and against mechanical influences.
  • FIG. 7 shows the disinfection module 1 with a standing device 7 which is formed on the housing 3, arranged in a fixed manner or, if necessary, can be arranged on the housing 3, e.g. B. positively fastened is.
  • the disinfection module 1 can be freely positioned, for example in a storage compartment A, as shown, with the connection element 4 comprising a cable 8 on which the plug connector is arranged.
  • the disinfection module 1 can be positioned essentially freely in space by means of the stand device 7, with the cable 8 having a corresponding length for this purpose.
  • a suction cup 9 is or can be arranged on the housing 3 of the disinfection module 1, as shown in FIG.
  • the disinfection module 1 can also be attached to a cover element 10 or a wall surface F of the storage compartment A by means of the suction cup 9, so that the UV-C radiation S is emitted into the storage compartment A from above and/or from the side. Is to it is necessary for the cover element 10 and/or the wall surfaces F to have a corresponding surface.
  • FIG. 9 A possible embodiment of the disinfection module 1 is shown in FIG. 9, with the disinfection module 1 comprising a module 11 for wireless charging of a mobile communication unit, in particular a smartphone, and/or another device that can be charged in this way.
  • This module 11 which works according to the principle of a so-called wireless midi interface, includes a further connection element 12 for connecting the module 11 to the voltage source 5.
  • the module 11 can be combined for wireless charging by means of the stand device 7, by means of the suction cup 9 and/or another device, so that both the disinfection module 1 and the module 11 can be used at the same time.
  • the module 11 can be fixed to the storage surface of the storage compartment A by means of the suction cup 9, so that the module 11 can largely be prevented from slipping around when the vehicle is in operation.
  • a safety device which has a lidar-based sensor, a light sensor and/or another suitable sensor.
  • a closed state of the storage compartment A can be determined on the basis of detected signals from the sensor or sensors. For example, to determine the closed state, a distance between the cover element 10 of the storage compartment A and a sensor of the safety device can be determined.
  • the safety device can be used to activate and deactivate the disinfection module 1 when it is determined that the storage compartment A is closed.

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Abstract

The invention relates to a disinfection module (1) comprising at least one light source (2) emitting UV-C radiation (S) for disinfecting an object. According to the invention, the disinfection module (1) comprises a housing (3), in which the at least one light source (2) is arranged, the housing (3) being designed in a portable manner and has a connection element (4) for the connecting the at least one light source (2) to an electrical voltage source (5) for supplying the at least one light source (2) with electrical energy. The invention further relates to a vehicle comprising such a disinfection module (1).

Description

Desinfektionsmodul disinfection module
Die Erfindung betrifft ein Desinfektionsmodul mit zumindest einer UV-C-Strahlung emittierenden Lichtquelle zum Desinfizieren eines Gegenstandes. Die Erfindung betrifft weiterhin ein Fahrzeug mit einem solchen Desinfektionsmodul. The invention relates to a disinfection module with at least one light source emitting UV-C radiation for disinfecting an object. The invention also relates to a vehicle with such a disinfection module.
Aus der KR101517694 B1 ist ein Ablagefach für ein Fahrzeug bekannt, wobei das Ablagefach ein kabelloses Ladegerät und LED-Module an zwei Seiten des Gehäuses aufweist. Weiterhin ist das Ablagefach in X-Richtung verschiebbar ausgebildet und die LED-Module sind derart ausgebildet, dass ein in der Ablage abgelegter Gegenstand desinfiziert werden kann. A storage compartment for a vehicle is known from KR101517694 B1, the storage compartment having a wireless charger and LED modules on two sides of the housing. Furthermore, the storage compartment is designed to be displaceable in the X direction and the LED modules are designed in such a way that an object placed in the storage compartment can be disinfected.
Der Erfindung liegt die Aufgabe zugrunde, ein neuartiges Desinfektionsmodul mit zumindest einer UV-C-Strahlung emittierenden Lichtquelle zum Desinfizieren eines Gegenstandes und ein Fahrzeug mit einem solchen Desinfektionsmodul anzugeben. The invention is based on the object of specifying a novel disinfection module with at least one light source emitting UV-C radiation for disinfecting an object and a vehicle with such a disinfection module.
Die Aufgabe wird erfindungsgemäß durch ein Desinfektionsmodul, welches die in Anspruch 1 angegebenen Merkmale aufweist, und durch ein Fahrzeug, welches die in Anspruch 10 angegebenen Merkmale aufweist, gelöst. The object is achieved according to the invention by a disinfection module which has the features specified in claim 1 and by a vehicle which has the features specified in claim 10 .
Vorteilhafte Ausgestaltungen der Erfindung sind Gegenstand der Unteransprüche. Advantageous configurations of the invention are the subject matter of the dependent claims.
Ein Desinfektionsmodul mit zumindest einer UV-C-Strahlung emittierenden Lichtquelle zum Desinfizieren eines Gegenstandes umfasst erfindungsgemäß ein Gehäuse, in welchem die zumindest eine Lichtquelle angeordnet ist, wobei das Gehäuse portabel ausgebildet ist und ein Anschlusselement zur Verbindung der zumindest einen Lichtquelle mit einer elektrischen Spannungsquelle zur Versorgung der zumindest einen Lichtquelle mit elektrischer Energie aufweist. Dadurch, dass das Desinfektionsmodul portabel ausgeführt ist, kann diese bei Bedarf an verschiedenen Orten zur Desinfektion von Gegenständen eingesetzt werden, insbesondere dort, wo sich eine mit dem Anschlusselement kompatible Spannungsquelle befindet. According to the invention, a disinfection module with at least one light source emitting UV-C radiation for disinfecting an object comprises a housing in which the at least one light source is arranged, the housing being designed to be portable and a connection element for connecting the at least one light source to an electrical voltage source Supply of at least one light source having electrical energy. Due to the fact that the disinfection module is designed to be portable, it can be used at different locations for the disinfection of objects, if necessary, particularly at locations where there is a voltage source that is compatible with the connection element.
Insbesondere ist das Desinfektionsmodul zur Verwendung in einem Fahrzeug vorgesehen, wobei das Desinfektionsmodul beispielsweise in einem Ablagefach einer Mittelkonsole, in einem Handschuhfach oder in einem anderweitig geeigneten Bauraum des Fahrzeuges angeordnet werden kann. In particular, the disinfection module is intended for use in a vehicle, with the disinfection module being able to be arranged, for example, in a storage compartment of a center console, in a glove compartment or in another suitable installation space of the vehicle.
Beispielsweise nutzt ein Fahrzeugnutzer eine für ihn ergonomisch gut zugängliche Ablage im Fahrzeug, um einen Gegenstand wie beispielsweise einen Schlüssel, ein Smartphone, ein Portemonnaie oder einen Mund-und-Nasenschutz sicher zu verstauen. Neben der Verstauung kann der jeweilige Gegenstand mittels des Desinfektionsmoduls desinfiziert werden, so dass der Fahrzeugnutzer nach einer vergleichsweise kurzen Desinfektionszeit den Gegenstand nahezu bakterien- und virenfrei entnehmen oder in der Ablage belassen kann. Hierzu wird dem Fahrzeugnutzer die Desinfektion als auswählbaren Menüpunkt seitens des Desinfektionsmoduls und/oder seitens des Fahrzeuges angeboten. For example, a vehicle user uses a shelf in the vehicle that is ergonomically accessible for him to safely stow away an object such as a key, a smartphone, a wallet or a mouth and nose protector. In addition to being stowed away, the respective object can be disinfected by means of the disinfection module, so that the vehicle user can remove the object almost free of bacteria and viruses after a comparatively short disinfection time or leave it in the storage compartment. For this purpose, disinfection is offered to the vehicle user as a selectable menu item on the part of the disinfection module and/or on the part of the vehicle.
Mittels des Desinfektionsmoduls ist es zudem möglich, eine Ablagefläche, insbesondere im Fahrzeug zu desinfizieren, somit kann einem Nutzer eines fremden Fahrzeuges zumindest eine desinfizierte Ablage zur Verfügung gestellt werden. The disinfection module also makes it possible to disinfect a storage area, in particular in the vehicle, so that a user of another vehicle can be provided with at least one disinfected storage area.
Weist das Anschlusselement eine Schnittstelle eines seriellen Bussystems auf, so kann auch eine Powerbank, d. h. ein portabler Zusatzakkumulator zum Betrieb des Desinfektionsmoduls verwendet werden. If the connection element has an interface of a serial bus system, a power bank, d. H. a portable additional battery can be used to operate the disinfection module.
Ein solches Desinfektionsmodul ermöglicht vergleichsweise schnell und einfach die Desinfektion eines Gegenstandes, beispielsweise eines Smartphones, so dass Bakterien und/oder Viren abgetötet werden können und somit eine gegebenenfalls vorhandene Infektionsgefahr zumindest erheblich verringert werden kann. Such a disinfection module enables an object, for example a smartphone, to be disinfected comparatively quickly and easily, so that bacteria and/or viruses can be killed and thus any risk of infection that may be present can be at least significantly reduced.
Dabei ist eine Intensität der UV-C-Strahlung derart ausgelegt, dass eine Beschädigung bestrahlter Gegenstände weitestgehend ausgeschlossen ist. In einer Ausbildung des Desinfektionsmoduls ist das Gehäuse schwenkbar an dem Anschlusselement angeordnet, so dass es möglich ist, die zumindest eine Lichtquelle in Bezug auf den zu desinfizierenden Gegenstand und/oder in Bezug auf die zu desinfizierende Ablagefläche auszurichten. Dadurch kann eine Effizienz der Desinfektion gesteigert werden. The intensity of the UV-C radiation is designed in such a way that damage to irradiated objects is largely ruled out. In one embodiment of the disinfection module, the housing is pivotably arranged on the connecting element, so that it is possible to align the at least one light source with respect to the object to be disinfected and/or with respect to the shelf to be disinfected. As a result, the efficiency of the disinfection can be increased.
Das Gehäuse und das Anschlusselement sind in einer Weiterbildung des Desinfektionsmoduls über ein Kugelgelenk miteinander verbunden, so dass die zumindest eine UV-C-Strahlung emittierende Lichtquelle entlang mehrerer Freiheitsgrade geschwenkt werden kann. So ist es beispielsweise auch möglich, das Gehäuse mit der UV-C-Strahlung derart auszurichten, dass sämtliche Wandflächen eines Ablagefaches, in dem das Desinfektionsmodul angeordnet ist, desinfiziert werden können. In a development of the disinfection module, the housing and the connecting element are connected to one another via a ball joint, so that the light source emitting at least one UV-C radiation can be pivoted along a number of degrees of freedom. For example, it is also possible to align the housing with the UV-C radiation in such a way that all wall surfaces of a storage compartment in which the disinfection module is arranged can be disinfected.
In einer weiteren Ausbildung des Desinfektionsmoduls ist eine Schutzkappe vorgesehen, die zur Ausrichtung des Gehäuses zumindest an diesem anordbar ist. Insbesondere kann mittels der Schutzkappe eine umgebungsabhängige korrekte Ausrichtung, beispielsweise ein Winkel des Gehäuses mit der UV-C-Strahlung emittierenden Lichtquelle sichergestellt werden. Dabei kann die Schutzkappe ein Zubehörteil darstellen, welches beispielsweise in Bezug auf Fahrzeuge baureihenspezifisch mitgeliefert werden kann. Diese Schutzkappe ist dann an einem bestimmten Ort im Innenraum des Fahrzeugs so angeordnet, dass sie dem Desinfektionsmodul eine räumliche Orientierung fest vorgibt. So wird gewährleistet, dass beim Einbau und der Verwendung des Desinfektionsmoduls mögliche Fehlerquellen minimiert werden und ein effizienter Einsatz des Moduls stattfinden kann In a further embodiment of the disinfection module, a protective cap is provided which can be arranged at least on the housing in order to align it. In particular, an environment-dependent correct alignment, for example an angle of the housing with the light source emitting UV-C radiation, can be ensured by means of the protective cap. In this case, the protective cap can represent an accessory that can be supplied, for example, in relation to vehicles in a series-specific manner. This protective cap is then arranged at a specific location in the interior of the vehicle in such a way that it provides the disinfection module with a fixed spatial orientation. This ensures that possible sources of error are minimized when installing and using the disinfection module and that the module can be used efficiently
Mittels der an dem Desinfektionsmodul angeordneten Schutzkappe stellt sich also eine bestimmte Ausrichtung des Desinfektionsmoduls ein, insbesondere der zumindest einen UV-C-Strahlung emittierenden Lichtquelle, wobei das Desinfektionsmodul mittels der Schutzkappe außerdem vor einer Verdrehung und/oder mechanischen Einflüssen geschützt wird. By means of the protective cap arranged on the disinfection module, a specific orientation of the disinfection module is set, in particular of the light source emitting at least one UV-C radiation, the disinfection module also being protected from twisting and/or mechanical influences by means of the protective cap.
Eine mögliche Ausführung des Desinfektionsmoduls sieht vor, dass an dem Gehäuse eine Standvorrichtung ausgebildet, angeordnet oder anordbar ist. Somit ist es möglich, das Desinfektionsmodul, beispielsweise innerhalb eines Ablagefaches, weitestgehend frei zu positionieren. Auch kann vorgesehen sein, dass zusätzlich oder alternativ zu der Standvorrichtung an dem Gehäuse ein Saugnapf angeordnet oder anordbar ist, so dass das Desinfektionsmodul auch an einem Abdeckelement oder einer Wandfläche eines Ablagefaches befestigbar ist und somit die UV-C-Strahlung von oben und/oder seitlich in das Ablagefach emittiert wird. A possible embodiment of the disinfection module provides that a standing device is formed, arranged or can be arranged on the housing. It is thus possible to position the disinfection module as freely as possible, for example within a storage compartment. It can also be provided that, in addition or as an alternative to the standing device, a suction cup is or can be arranged on the housing, so that the disinfection module can also be attached to a cover element or a wall surface of a storage compartment and thus UV-C radiation can be absorbed from above and/or is emitted laterally into the storage compartment.
Das Anschlusselement umfasst in einer möglichen Weiterbildung des Desinfektionsmoduls ein Kabel, so dass das Desinfektionsmodul entsprechend einer zur Verfügung stehenden Länge und in Abhängigkeit einer Position der Spannungsquelle frei positionierbar ist. In a possible development of the disinfection module, the connection element comprises a cable, so that the disinfection module can be freely positioned according to an available length and depending on a position of the voltage source.
Des Weiteren weist das Desinfektionsmodul in einer weiteren Ausführungsform ein Modul zum kabellosen Laden zumindest einer kompatiblen mobilen Kommunikationseinheit, insbesondere eines Smartphones, auf. Dabei ist das Modul über die Spannungsquelle, an welcher das Desinfektionsmodul angeschlossen ist, mit elektrischer Energie versorgbar. Furthermore, in a further embodiment, the disinfection module has a module for wireless charging of at least one compatible mobile communication unit, in particular a smartphone. The module can be supplied with electrical energy via the voltage source to which the disinfection module is connected.
In einer weiteren möglichen Ausführungsform ist eine zumindest einen Sensor umfassende Sicherheitsvorrichtung zur Ermittlung eines Schließzustandes eines Ablagefaches zur Anordnung des mittels der emittierten UVC-Strahlung der zumindest einen Lichtquelle zu desinfizierenden Gegenstandes vorgesehen. Anhand erfasster Signale des Sensors, welcher lidarbasiert funktioniert und/oder als Lichtsensor ausgebildet sein kann, ist der Schließzustand des Ablagefaches, in der das Desinfektionsmodul angeordnet ist, erfassbar, so dass die erfassten Signale sowohl zur Aktivierung als auch zur Deaktivierung des Desinfektionsmoduls genutzt werden können. In a further possible embodiment, a safety device comprising at least one sensor is provided for determining a closed state of a storage compartment for arranging the object to be disinfected by means of the emitted UVC radiation of the at least one light source. The closed state of the storage compartment in which the disinfection module is arranged can be detected on the basis of detected signals from the sensor, which works on a lidar basis and/or can be designed as a light sensor, so that the detected signals can be used both to activate and to deactivate the disinfection module .
Darüber hinaus betrifft die Erfindung ein Fahrzeug mit einem Desinfektionsmodul, welches zumindest eine UV-C-Strahlung emittierende Lichtquelle aufweist, so dass ein Fahrzeugnutzer einen oder mehrere Gegenstände, wie z. B. einen Schlüssel und/oder ein Smartphone, im Fährbetrieb des Fahrzeuges desinfizieren kann. In addition, the invention relates to a vehicle with a disinfection module, which has at least one light source emitting UV-C radiation, so that a vehicle user can place one or more objects, such as B. a key and / or a smartphone, can disinfect the ferry operation of the vehicle.
Umfasst ein Fahrzeug ein solches Desinfektionsmodul und bei dem Fahrzeug handelt es sich um ein Miet- und/oder ein organisiert gemeinschaftlich genutztes Fahrzeug, besteht somit die Möglichkeit, das Fahrzeug mit desinfizierten Ablageflächen einem neuen oder einem anderen Fahrzeugnutzer zur Verfügung zu stellen. If a vehicle includes such a disinfection module and the vehicle is a rented vehicle and/or an organized shared vehicle, it is therefore possible to make the vehicle with disinfected storage areas available to a new or another vehicle user.
Ausführungsbeispiele der Erfindung werden im Folgenden anhand von Zeichnungen näher erläutert. Dabei zeigen: Exemplary embodiments of the invention are explained in more detail below with reference to drawings. show:
Fig. 1 schematisch ein Ablagefach mit einem portablen Desinfektionsmodul, 1 schematically shows a storage compartment with a portable disinfection module,
Fig. 2 schematisch das Desinfektionsmodul, Fig. 2 schematically the disinfection module,
Fig. 3 schematisch das Desinfektionsmodul mit einem Gehäuse in einer ersten Position, 3 schematically shows the disinfection module with a housing in a first position,
Fig. 4 schematisch das Desinfektionsmodul mit dem Gehäuse in einer zweiten Position, 4 schematically shows the disinfection module with the housing in a second position,
Fig. 5 schematisch das Desinfektionsmodul mit dem Gehäuse in der ersten Position und einer Schutzkappe, 5 schematically shows the disinfection module with the housing in the first position and a protective cap,
Fig. 6 schematisch das Desinfektionsmodul mit dem Gehäuse in der zweiten Position und der Schutzkappe, 6 schematically shows the disinfection module with the housing in the second position and the protective cap,
Fig. 7 schematisch das Desinfektionsmodul mit einer Standvorrichtung, 7 schematically shows the disinfection module with a standing device,
Fig. 8 schematisch das Desinfektionsmodul mit einem Saugnapf und Fig. 8 schematically the disinfection module with a suction cup and
Fig. 9 schematisch das Desinfektionsmodul mit einem Modul zum kabellosen Laden einer mobilen Kommunikationseinheit. 9 schematically shows the disinfection module with a module for wireless charging of a mobile communication unit.
Einander entsprechende Teile sind in allen Figuren mit den gleichen Bezugszeichen versehen. Corresponding parts are provided with the same reference symbols in all figures.
Figur 1 zeigt ein geschlossenes Ablagefach A mit einem portablen Desinfektionsmodul 1 , wobei sich das Ablagefach A in einem nicht näher dargestellten Fahrzeug befindet. In Figur 2 ist das Desinfektionsmodul 1 separat dargestellt. FIG. 1 shows a closed storage compartment A with a portable disinfection module 1, the storage compartment A being located in a vehicle that is not shown in detail. In Figure 2, the disinfection module 1 is shown separately.
Das Desinfektionsmodul 1 umfasst eine UV-C-Strahlung S emittierende Lichtquelle 2, die mit ihrer Vorschaltelektronik in einem Gehäuse 3 angeordnet ist, wobei das Desinfektionsmodul 1 zudem ein Anschlusselement 4 aufweist, um die Lichtquelle 2 mit ihrer Vorschaltelektronik mit elektrischer Energie zu versorgen. In einer möglichen Ausführung ist die Lichtquelle 2 als UV-C-Strahlung emittierende Leuchtdiode ausgebildet. The disinfection module 1 comprises a light source 2 emitting UV-C radiation S, which is arranged with its electronic ballast in a housing 3, the disinfection module 1 also having a connection element 4 in order to supply the light source 2 with its electronic ballast with electrical energy. In a possible Execution is designed as the light source 2 emitting UV-C radiation light-emitting diode.
Eine Desinfektion mittels UV-C-Strahlung beruht auf einem physikalischen Prozess, welcher Mikroorganismen vergleichsweise schnell und wirksam abtötet. Disinfection using UV-C radiation is based on a physical process that kills microorganisms comparatively quickly and effectively.
Um, insbesondere im Fährbetrieb des Fahrzeuges, Gegenstände des Fahrzeugnutzers, z. B. einen Schlüssel, ein Smartphone, einen Mund-und-Nasenschutz und/oder ein Portemonnaie, desinfizieren zu können, ist das im Folgenden beschriebene Desinfektionsmodul 1 portabel ausgebildet. In order, especially when the vehicle is operating as a ferry, objects belonging to the vehicle user, e.g. B. a key, a smartphone, a mouth and nose protector and/or a wallet, the disinfection module 1 described below is designed to be portable.
Das Desinfektionsmodul 1 kann also in unterschiedlichen Bereichen des Fahrzeuges, z. B. in einer Ablage in einer Mittelkonsole, in einem Handschuhfach oder in einem anderen Raumvolumen, welches geöffnet und geschlossen werden kann, angeordnet werden. The disinfection module 1 can therefore be used in different areas of the vehicle, e.g. B. in a shelf in a center console, in a glove box or in another volume of space that can be opened and closed.
Der Fahrzeugnutzer hat also nicht nur die Möglichkeit einen Gegenstand während des Fährbetriebes abzulegen, sondern er kann diesen gleichzeitig mittels des Desinfektionsmoduls 1 desinfizieren. The vehicle user not only has the option of putting down an object during the ferry operation, but can also disinfect it at the same time using the disinfection module 1 .
Da das Desinfektionsmodul 1 portabel ausgebildet ist, kann dieses einem Fahrzeugnutzer als Zubehörteil angeboten werden. So ist beispielsweise möglich, dass das Desinfektionsmodul 1 von einem Fahrzeugnutzer mitgeführt wird oder das Desinfektionsmodul 1 einem Fahrzeug zugeordnet ist und somit in dem Fahrzeug verbleibt. Since the disinfection module 1 is designed to be portable, it can be offered to a vehicle user as an accessory. For example, it is possible for the disinfection module 1 to be carried along by a vehicle user or for the disinfection module 1 to be assigned to a vehicle and thus remain in the vehicle.
Wie oben beschrieben, umfasst das Desinfektionsmodul 1 das Gehäuse 3 an dem ein Anschlusselement 4 angeordnet ist, welches als Steckverbinder ausgebildet ist, insbesondere zur Verbindung mit einem im Fahrzeug angeordneten seriellen Bussystem. As described above, the disinfection module 1 includes the housing 3 on which a connection element 4 is arranged, which is designed as a plug connector, in particular for connection to a serial bus system arranged in the vehicle.
Dazu ist in dem Ablagefach A eine mit dem Anschlusselement 4 korrespondierende Buchse als Spannungsquelle 5 angeordnet, in welche das Anschlusselement 4 einsteckbar ist, so dass die Vorschaltelektronik und die UV-C-Strahlung S emittierende Lichtquelle 2 mit elektrischer Energie versorgt werden. For this purpose, a socket corresponding to the connection element 4 is arranged in the storage compartment A as a voltage source 5, into which the connection element 4 can be inserted, so that the electronic ballast and the light source 2 emitting UV-C radiation S are supplied with electrical energy.
Ist das Desinfektionsmodul 1 gemäß dem vorliegenden Ausführungsbeispiel in Figur 1 mit dem seriellen Bussystem oder einer anderen elektrischen Spannungsquelle 5 verbunden, so dass das Desinfektionsmodul 1 in dem Ablagefach A befestigt ist, dann ist die UV-C- Strahlung S emittierende Lichtquelle 2 ausgerichtet, insbesondere auf eine Ablagefläche des Ablagefaches A, auf welcher ein zu verstauender und zu desinfizierender Gegenstand abgelegt wird. If the disinfection module 1 according to the present exemplary embodiment in FIG. 1 is connected to the serial bus system or another electrical voltage source 5, so that the disinfection module 1 is fixed in the storage compartment A, then the UV-C radiation S-emitting light source 2 is aligned, in particular on a storage surface of the storage compartment A, on which an object to be stowed and disinfected is placed.
Ist das Anschlusselement 4 des Desinfektionsmoduls 1 nicht angeschlossen, so handelt es sich bei dem Desinfektionsmodul 1 um ein separiertes Funktionselement, welches im Fahrzeug verstaut oder an anderweitiger geeigneter Stelle angeschlossen und in Betrieb genommen werden kann. If the connecting element 4 of the disinfection module 1 is not connected, then the disinfection module 1 is a separate functional element which can be stowed in the vehicle or connected to another suitable location and put into operation.
Eine Intensität der UV-C-Strahlung S des Desinfektionsmoduls 1 ist dabei derart ausgelegt, dass eine Beschädigung eines bestrahlten Gegenstandes, beispielsweise eines Smartphones, weitestgehend ausgeschlossen werden kann. An intensity of the UV-C radiation S of the disinfection module 1 is designed in such a way that damage to an irradiated object, for example a smartphone, can be largely ruled out.
Die Figuren 3 und 4 zeigen das Desinfektionsmodul 1 in verschiedenen Positionen P1 , P2, wobei das Desinfektionsmodul 1 in Figur 3 in einer Position P1 und in Figur 4 in einer weiteren Position P2 dargestellt ist. Figures 3 and 4 show the disinfection module 1 in different positions P1, P2, the disinfection module 1 being shown in Figure 3 in a position P1 and in Figure 4 in a further position P2.
Das Desinfektionsmodul 1 ist gemäß dem in den Figuren 3 und 4 gezeigten Ausführungsbeispiel entlang eines Freiheitsgrades bewegbar, wobei das Gehäuse 3 hierzu über eine Rotationsachse R schwenkbar an dem Anschlusselement 4 angeordnet ist. According to the exemplary embodiment shown in FIGS. 3 and 4, the disinfection module 1 can be moved along one degree of freedom, with the housing 3 being arranged on the connection element 4 such that it can be pivoted via an axis of rotation R for this purpose.
Dadurch kann die UV-C-Strahlung S emittierende Lichtquelle 2 in Bezug auf unterschiedliche Umgebungsbedingungen ausgerichtet werden, so dass eine optimierte Bestrahlung von Gegenständen und/oder einer Ablagefläche zumindest in einer Mehrzahl von Ablagefächern A sichergestellt werden kann. As a result, the light source 2 emitting UV-C radiation S can be aligned in relation to different environmental conditions, so that an optimized irradiation of objects and/or a storage area can be ensured at least in a plurality of storage compartments A.
Ein Verlauf der Rotationsachse R kann von einem in den Figuren 3 und 4 gezeigten Verlauf abweichen, wobei alternativ oder zusätzlich ein anderweitig ausgebildetes Gelenk, beispielsweise ein Kugelgelenk vorgesehen sein kann, so dass das Desinfektionsmodul 1 entlang zweier Freiheitsgrade bewegt werden kann, um die Lichtquelle 2 in Bezug auf einen zu desinfizierenden Gegenstand und/oder zu desinfizierende Ablagefläche optimiert auszurichten. A course of the axis of rotation R can deviate from a course shown in Figures 3 and 4, whereby alternatively or additionally a differently designed joint, for example a ball and socket joint, can be provided so that the disinfection module 1 can be moved along two degrees of freedom in order to rotate the light source 2 to be optimally aligned in relation to an object to be disinfected and/or a storage area to be disinfected.
Denkbar ist auch eine lineare Verstellung des Gehäuses 3 mit der Lichtquelle 2 und dem Anschlusselement 4, wobei sich hierzu eine Teleskopführung eignen kann. Zur Sicherstellung einer umgebungsabhängigen korrekten Ausrichtung des Desinfektionsmoduls 1 , beispielsweise in Bezug auf einen Winkel, d. h. einen Neigungswinkel, ist eine in den Figuren 5 und 6 gezeigte Schutzkappe 6 vorgesehen. A linear adjustment of the housing 3 with the light source 2 and the connecting element 4 is also conceivable, a telescopic guide being suitable for this purpose. A protective cap 6 shown in FIGS. 5 and 6 is provided to ensure correct alignment of the disinfection module 1 depending on the environment, for example in relation to an angle, ie an angle of inclination.
Bei der Schutzkappe 6 kann es sich um ein Kunststoff-Spritzgussteil handeln, welches bei Erwerb des Desinfektionsmoduls 1 beispielsweise baureihenspezifisch mitgeliefert wird. The protective cap 6 can be a plastic injection-moulded part that is supplied with the purchase of the disinfection module 1, for example for a specific series.
Die Schutzkappe S wird über das Desinfektionsmodul 1 gestülpt, wobei die UV-C- Strahlung S emittierende Lichtquelle 2 von der Schutzkappe 6 unverdeckt ist. Gemäß den Figuren 5 und 6 ist die Schutzkappe 6 auch über das Anschlusselement 4 gestülpt, wobei die Schutzkappe 6 auch eine andere Form aufweisen kann, so dass beispielsweise das Anschlusselement 4 ebenfalls unverdeckt ist und freiliegt. The protective cap S is slipped over the disinfection module 1 , the light source 2 emitting UV-C radiation S being uncovered by the protective cap 6 . According to FIGS. 5 and 6, the protective cap 6 is also slipped over the connection element 4, with the protective cap 6 also being able to have a different shape, so that, for example, the connection element 4 is also uncovered and exposed.
Insbesondere ist die Schutzkappe 6 formschlüssig, z. B. mittels Verclipsen oder Verrasten, an dem Desinfektionsmodul 1 befestigbar, wobei sich durch eine Positionierung der Schutzkappe 6 in Bezug auf das Desinfektionsmodul 1 eine Ausrichtung desselben einstellt und das Desinfektionsmodul 1 mittels der Schutzkappe 6 gegenüber einem Verdrehen sowie gegenüber mechanischen Einflüssen geschützt ist. In particular, the protective cap 6 is form-fitting, z. B. by clipping or latching, to the disinfection module 1 fastened, with a positioning of the protective cap 6 in relation to the disinfection module 1, an alignment of the same adjusts and the disinfection module 1 is protected by the protective cap 6 against twisting and against mechanical influences.
In Figur 7 ist das Desinfektionsmodul 1 mit einer Standvorrichtung 7 gezeigt, welche an dem Gehäuse 3 ausgebildet, fest angeordnet oder bei Bedarf an dem Gehäuse 3 anordbar, z. B. formschlüssig befestigbar, ist. FIG. 7 shows the disinfection module 1 with a standing device 7 which is formed on the housing 3, arranged in a fixed manner or, if necessary, can be arranged on the housing 3, e.g. B. positively fastened is.
Gegenüber den weiter oben beschriebenen Ausführungsformen ist das Desinfektionsmodul 1 , beispielsweise in einem Ablagefach A, wie dargestellt, frei positionierbar, wobei das Anschlusselement 4 ein Kabel 8 umfasst, an dem der Steckverbinder angeordnet ist. Compared to the embodiments described above, the disinfection module 1 can be freely positioned, for example in a storage compartment A, as shown, with the connection element 4 comprising a cable 8 on which the plug connector is arranged.
Mittels der Standvorrichtung 7 ist das Desinfektionsmodul 1 im Wesentlichen frei im Raum positionierbar, wobei das Kabel 8 hierzu eine entsprechende Länge aufweist. The disinfection module 1 can be positioned essentially freely in space by means of the stand device 7, with the cable 8 having a corresponding length for this purpose.
Alternativ oder zusätzlich zu der Standvorrichtung 7 ist an dem Gehäuse 3 des Desinfektionsmoduls 1 ein Saugnapf 9 angeordnet oder anordbar, wie in Figur 8 gezeigt ist. Mittels des Saugnapfes 9 ist das Desinfektionsmodul 1 auch an einem Abdeckelement 10 oder einer Wandfläche F des Ablagefaches A befestigbar, so dass die UV-C-Strahlung S von oben und/oder seitlich in das Ablagefach A emittiert wird. Dazu ist es erforderlich, dass das Abdeckelement 10 und/oder die Wandflächen F eine entsprechende Oberfläche aufweisen. As an alternative or in addition to the standing device 7, a suction cup 9 is or can be arranged on the housing 3 of the disinfection module 1, as shown in FIG. The disinfection module 1 can also be attached to a cover element 10 or a wall surface F of the storage compartment A by means of the suction cup 9, so that the UV-C radiation S is emitted into the storage compartment A from above and/or from the side. Is to it is necessary for the cover element 10 and/or the wall surfaces F to have a corresponding surface.
Eine mögliche Ausführungsform des Desinfektionsmoduls 1 ist in Figur 9 dargestellt, wobei das Desinfektionsmodul 1 ein Modul 11 zum kabellosen Laden einer mobilen Kommunikationseinheit, insbesondere eines Smartphones, und/oder einer anderen derart aufladbaren Vorrichtung umfasst. A possible embodiment of the disinfection module 1 is shown in FIG. 9, with the disinfection module 1 comprising a module 11 for wireless charging of a mobile communication unit, in particular a smartphone, and/or another device that can be charged in this way.
Dieses Modul 11 , welches nach dem Prinzip einer sogenannten Wireless Midi Interface funktioniert, umfasst ein weiteres Anschlusselement 12 zur Verbindung des Moduls 11 mit der Spannungsquelle 5. This module 11, which works according to the principle of a so-called wireless midi interface, includes a further connection element 12 for connecting the module 11 to the voltage source 5.
Dabei ist das Modul 11 zum kabellosen Laden mittels der Standvorrichtung 7, mittels des Saugnapfes 9 und/oder einer anderen Vorrichtung kombinierbar, so dass sowohl das Desinfektionsmodul 1 als auch das Modul 11 gleichzeitig genutzt werden können. The module 11 can be combined for wireless charging by means of the stand device 7, by means of the suction cup 9 and/or another device, so that both the disinfection module 1 and the module 11 can be used at the same time.
Mittels des Saugnapfes 9 ist das Modul 11 an der Ablagefläche des Ablagefaches A fixierbar, so dass ein Herumrutschen des Moduls 11 im Fährbetrieb des Fahrzeuges weitestgehend ausgeschlossen werden kann. The module 11 can be fixed to the storage surface of the storage compartment A by means of the suction cup 9, so that the module 11 can largely be prevented from slipping around when the vehicle is in operation.
Weiterhin kann eine nicht näher dargestellte Sicherheitsvorrichtung vorgesehen sein, die einen lidarbasierten Sensor, einen Lichtsensor und/oder einen anderen geeigneten Sensor aufweist. Anhand erfasster Signale des Sensors oder der Sensoren kann ein Schließzustand des Ablagefaches A ermittelt werden. Beispielsweise kann zur Ermittlung des Schließzustandes ein Abstand zwischen dem Abdeckelement 10 des Ablagefaches A und einem Sensor der Sicherheitsvorrichtung ermittelt werden. Furthermore, a safety device, not shown in detail, can be provided, which has a lidar-based sensor, a light sensor and/or another suitable sensor. A closed state of the storage compartment A can be determined on the basis of detected signals from the sensor or sensors. For example, to determine the closed state, a distance between the cover element 10 of the storage compartment A and a sensor of the safety device can be determined.
Insbesondere kann die Sicherheitsvorrichtung dazu dienen, dass das Desinfektionsmodul 1 bei Ermittlung, dass das Ablagefach A geschlossen ist, aktiviert und deaktiviert wird. In particular, the safety device can be used to activate and deactivate the disinfection module 1 when it is determined that the storage compartment A is closed.

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Patentansprüche Desinfektionsmodul (1) mit zumindest einer UV-C-Strahlung (S) emittierenden Lichtquelle (2) zum Desinfizieren eines Gegenstandes, gekennzeichnet durch ein Gehäuse (3), in welchem die zumindest eine Claims Disinfection module (1) with at least one UV-C radiation (S) emitting light source (2) for disinfecting an object, characterized by a housing (3) in which the at least one
Lichtquelle (2) angeordnet ist, wobei das Gehäuse (3) portabel ausgebildet ist und ein Anschlusselement (4) zur Verbindung der zumindest einen Lichtquelle (2) mit einer elektrischen Spannungsquelle (5) zur Versorgung der zumindest einen Lichtquelle (2) mit elektrischer Energie aufweist. Desinfektionsmodul (1) nach Anspruch 1, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass das Gehäuse (3) schwenkbar an dem Anschlusselement (4) angeordnet ist. Desinfektionsmodul (1) nach Anspruch 1 oder 2, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass das Gehäuse (3) und das Anschlusselement (4) über ein Kugelgelenk miteinander verbunden sind. Desinfektionsmodul (1) nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass eine Schutzkappe (6) vorgesehen ist, die zur Ausrichtung des Gehäuses (3) zumindest an diesem anordbar ist. Desinfektionsmodul (1) nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass an dem Gehäuse (3) eine Standvorrichtung (7) ausgebildet, angeordnet oder anordbar ist. Desinfektionsmodul (1) nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass an dem Gehäuse (3) ein Saugnapf (9) angeordnet oder anordbar ist. Desinfektionsmodul (1) nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass das Anschlusselement (4) ein Kabel (8) umfasst. Desinfektionsmodul (1) nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, gekennzeichnet durch ein Modul (11) zum kabellosen Laden zumindest einer kompatiblen mobilen Kommunikationseinheit. Desinfektionsmodul (1) nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, gekennzeichnet durch eine zumindest einen Sensor umfassende Sicherheitsvorrichtung zur Ermittlung eines Schließzustandes eines Ablagefaches (A) zur Anordnung des mittels der emittierten UV-C-Strahlung (S) der zumindest einen Lichtquelle (2) zu desinfizierenden Gegenstandes. Fahrzeug mit einem Desinfektionsmodul (1) nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 9. light source (2) is arranged, the housing (3) being designed to be portable and a connection element (4) for connecting the at least one light source (2) to an electrical voltage source (5) for supplying the at least one light source (2) with electrical energy having. Disinfection module (1) according to Claim 1, characterized in that the housing (3) is arranged pivotably on the connection element (4). Disinfection module (1) according to Claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the housing (3) and the connection element (4) are connected to one another via a ball joint. Disinfection module (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that a protective cap (6) is provided, which can be arranged at least on the housing (3) in order to align it. Disinfection module (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that a standing device (7) is formed, arranged or can be arranged on the housing (3). Disinfection module (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that a suction cup (9) is or can be arranged on the housing (3). Disinfection module (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the connection element (4) comprises a cable (8). Disinfection module (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by a module (11) for wireless charging of at least one compatible mobile communication unit. Disinfection module (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by a safety device comprising at least one sensor for determining a closed state of a storage compartment (A) for arranging the to be disinfected by means of the emitted UV-C radiation (S) of the at least one light source (2). object. Vehicle with a disinfection module (1) according to one of Claims 1 to 9.
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