JP2006513849A - Water as a free radical solution - Google Patents

Abstract

Functional, free radical solution with no chemicals, cleansed, deodorized and sterilized, with high redox potential of 900mV and stable hydrogen ion concentration (HIC) level of 6-8pH Electrolyzed) water is provided. FRS water is a non-polluting, non-chemical, water-based solution. The raw material and resulting final material in the process of producing FRS water is simply water (H ₂ O). By using the conversion of water molecules by pretreatment and electrolytic treatment, water is converted into water of a free radical solution, and in the water of the free radical solution, this water is converted into normal water by free radicals in the solution of FRS water. A very unique (physical) property and function that is different (physical) from that is added. Conversion Chemically, instead, a physical change in water of atoms or molecules, i.e., H ₂ O molecules of water is converted into various types of free radicals. The conversion is random and continuous and is repeated for at least 2 hours after manufacture.

Description

  The present invention relates to water, and more particularly to functional (electrolyzed) water, which is a free radical solution (FRS).

There is a growing interest in special treated water that has physical properties different from those of ordinary water. Treated water is water that has been treated by various methods such as electrolysis ion separation or electrolysis to produce what is known as functional water with unique physical properties. Normal water is reconstructed into different types of functional (or useful) water by a process that produces a functional water system, such as water having an alkaline or acidic concentration. Is mentioned. These waters, as well as chemical sterilization solutions, can be used for sterilization in settings such as hospitals, clinics, or other industries such as food processing or households. Ultra Acidic Water is a typical example of functional water used as a sterilizing oxidant (bleached product). The highly acidic nature of this solution (pH about 2-3) limits its use, which may be harmful to the environment. In fact, superacidic water and many other prior art functional waters (such as alkaline water) require a neutralizing solution for proper and safe disposal. Furthermore, like all other prior art functional waters, superacid water is produced by adding chemical additives during various stages of water treatment, including electrolysis. Water is a weak electrolyte because it conducts very little current. In order to electrolyze water efficiently, a small amount of additive such as salt or sulfate is added, thereby making the resulting solution an electrolyte. The electrolyte is then placed in a tank (known as an electrolytic cell) that is divided in two by a diaphragm (or membrane). As current passes through the water, between the cathode on one side of the diaphragm (or membrane) and the anode electrode on the other side, H ⁺ ions are deposited on the cathode and OH ⁻ ions are on the anode part of the diaphragm (or membrane) Deposited and electrolyzed water is produced.

  In addition to chemical additives that facilitate the electrolysis process, the resulting prior art electrolyzed water is either acidic or alkaline and has very high effective chlorine levels, thereby further limiting its use.

  An object of the present invention is to provide electrolyzed functional water that is pollution-free and can be used as a cleaning solution, a deodorizing solution, and a sterilizing solution.

  The present invention further aims to provide electrolyzed functional water to which no additives (chemical or other) are added.

  Furthermore, an object of the present invention is to provide electrolyzed functional water having a redox potential level of 900 mV to 1200 mV and a stable hydrogen ion concentration level of 6 to 8 pH.

In line with the essence of the present invention, unique functional (electrolyzed) water is provided that overcomes the lack of prior art functional water. The water of the free radical solution (FRS) of the present invention is functional (electrolyzed) water that has no additives (chemical or otherwise). FRS water is a non-chemical, aqueous solution with very strong cleaning, deodorizing and sterilizing capabilities. The raw materials used in the process of producing FRS water and the FRS water itself are just water (H ₂ O). Its difference from normal water is related to its physical properties and is clearly different from the more common chemical characteristics of water. By using the conversion of water molecules in the environment caused by pretreatment and electrolytic treatment, water is converted to free radical solution water, and this water is separated from normal water by free radicals in aqueous FRS solution (physically ) Adds very unique properties and functions that make it different. Conversion is not chemical, a physical change in water of atoms or molecules, i.e., H ₂ O molecules of water is converted into various types of free radicals. The transformation is random, continuous, and repeated.

  In general, after treating the water, the water molecules are converted to free radical single molecules, and the resulting FRS water has a stable hydrogen ion concentration (HIC) level of 6-8 pH and a redox potential (ORP) of about 900 mV to 1200 mV. Have The useful life of FRS water when exposed to air is at least 2 hours after production and then gradually returns to normal water. The high ORP level of FRS water allows it to be used to generate electricity.

  These and other objects, features, aspects and benefits of the present invention will become apparent to those skilled in the art from the following preferred embodiments, figures and detailed description of the claims that follow, which are described in the embodiments. Does not limit the present invention.

FIG. 1 is a summary table of various properties and corresponding values of water in free radical solutions (FRS). Chemically, FRS water consists of H ₂ O + molecules with free radicals in them. Its hydrogen ion concentration (HIC) level is stable at 6-8 pH, and the redox potential (ORP) is 900 mV to 1200 mV. In general, both ORP and HIC are used as a means to evaluate the chemical properties of solutions including water. The unit of measurement for HIC is “pH”, which means “potential for hydrogen” and represents the negative logarithm of the hydrogen ion concentration, with the following scale:
pH1-3 Super acidity
pH4-5 acidity
pH 6-8 Neutral
pH 9-11 Alkaline
pH 12 or higher A value indicating whether a substance is acidic or alkaline according to superalkalinity.
A stable hydrogen ion concentration (HIC) level of 6-8 pH is important in that it makes the FRS water a safe neutral solution that does not need to be further processed for proper disposal. The range of 6-8 pH is very important as it is not harmful for use and therefore has a wider application. The redox potential (ORP) defines the ability of a substance to either emit or gain free electrons (a substance that gains electrons is called an oxidant). The unit of measurement for ORP is generally expressed in millivolts (mV). For example, normal tap water has an ORP of about 200 mV to 600 mV. As the ORP level of a substance increases, its sterilization capacity increases. The dissolved oxygen (DO) level in FRS water is greater than 10 mg / L and the effective chlorine level is 0-1 mg / L (or PPM). Effective chlorine is an indicator of the volume of chlorine in solution. This low level makes the solution almost free of chlorine, a chemical found in many aqueous products. The service life of FRS water when exposed to air is at least 2 hours after production and then gradually returns to normal water. Some may use FRS water to generate electricity due to its high redox potential.

  FIG. 2 is a flowchart illustrating an exemplary method for producing FRS water. Prior to electrolysis, normal water 2 has been pretreated through treatments 4-10, so that most impurities are removed, water for electrolysis 12 is adjusted, and free radical solution 14 is prepared. Manufactured. As the name implies, the chlorine removal process 4 removes chlorine found in normal water. By removing chlorine in the first stage of the water 2 pretreatment, the overall electrolytic treatment is improved in that no harmful chlorine gas is generated when the water is electrolyzed. The average volume of chlorine in normal water depends on the laws and regulations of the water municipality and its jurisdictions. Generally, normal water has about 20-30 mg / L of chlorine. After chlorine removal treatment 4, the water has about 0-1 mg / L of chlorine.

Magnetic field treatment 6 is a known method of separating H ₂ O water molecules, usually in close cluster together, into a single distinct H ₂ O molecule (known as a single molecule). H ₂ O water molecules in water tend to cluster together, this process, separating of H ₂ O water molecules clusters to separate H ₂ O water molecules. Since the clusters of H ₂ O water molecules require larger energy inputs to convert to free radicals, the separation of the H ₂ O water molecules improves the efficiency of the electrolytic treatment. This is because the clusters of H ₂ O water molecules are not very active. On the other hand, separate H ₂ O water single molecules tend to move more randomly and more actively than clusters of H ₂ O water molecules. As the molecule moves more actively and randomly, its conversion to free radicals becomes easier. Furthermore, since magnets are widely used to increase electrons in various applications such as microwaves, electromagnetic generation, this treatment also helps H ₂ O single molecules increase their electron strength. .

The rare earth ore ceramic filter treatment 8 ultimately converts any remaining clusters of H ₂ O water molecules remaining from the magnetic field treatment 6 into a single distinct H ₂ O single molecule. Rare earth ores are composed of elements such as Nd, Ce, La, Zr, Y, U, Tr, Pd, Fe, Gd, Ti, Ca, K, P, Si and Al. Natural radiation from these materials, further helps to isolate of H ₂ O water molecules cluster separate H ₂ O water monolayer, to further promote effective electrolysis of water, producing a free radical solution .

  An ion exchange filter treatment 10 is used to remove “hardness” from water produced by substances such as calcium and magnesium. These elements combine with other molecules, causing undesirable chemical reactions and hindering the electrolysis of water, thus degrading the efficiency of the electrolysis process. This process can also be used to remove unwanted ions from a contaminated water stream. If normal water or pre-treated water is not available in a service area such as a stricken area, an additional filtration system is required before the pre-treatment steps 4-10.

The pretreated water is electrolyzed using the high electric field electrolysis treatment 12 without adding chemical substances. The free radical solution 14 of the present invention is produced by electrolysis of water. The pretreatment steps 4 to 10 remove most chemical complex materials other than H ₂ O, such as chlorine, magnesium, and calcium. In producing FRS water, all that is needed is H ₂ O. Therefore, the water pretreated before electrolysis 12 is soft water and is approximately equal to pure water. Through the pretreatment process, normal water is purified and most of the impurities are removed, improving the efficiency of electrolysis. Water electrolysis increases the ORP to over 900 mV, and the HIC is stable within the 6-8 pH range.

FIG. 3 is a sample of the spectral transmission test results of FRS water and pure water. An optical spectrum analyzer measures the amount of spectrum absorbed (penetrated) and transmitted by the test substance. The spectral absorption and transmission patterns for the materials tested depend on the chemical complex contained in them. In this case, the test substances are FRS water and pure water. As shown in Fig. 3A (pure water) and Fig. 3B (FRS water), the permeation pattern of both waters is almost the same, so FRS water is almost the same as pure water. Show. The data revealed that the FRS water did not contain any chemical additives and was actually chemically H ₂ O.

FIG. 4 is a list of free radicals and their conversion patterns in FRS water. The conversion pattern shown in FIG. 4 repeatedly occurs at random both during and after the electrolytic treatment. Each free radical is the result of the conversion of H ₂ O water molecules in FRS water, indicating the difference between FRS water and normal water (no conversion of H ₂ O molecules has occurred). The table below is a similar table of conversion patterns and resulting free radicals.
Conversion pattern: Free radicals generated:
2H ₂ O → O ₂ + 4H ⁺ + 4e ^- Oxygen
3H ₂ O → O ₃ + 6H ⁺ + 6e ^- Ozone
_{2H 2 O → H 2 O 2} + 2H + + 2e - hydrogen peroxide
^{_{2H 2 O → * O 2- +}} 4H + + 3e - Superoxide anion
^{_{H 2 O → HO * + H}} + + e - hydroxyl radical
^{_{2H 2 O → 2O + 4H +}} + 4e - → 2H 2 + 1 O 2 Singlet oxygen
^{_{* O 2 - + H + →}} * O 2 H Perhydroxy radical
HO ^* + H ₂ O + e- → H ₃ O _2- Hydroxyl ion
^* O ₂ ⁻ + H ⁺ → HOO or HO ₂ ^* Hydroperoxy radical free radical generation is random and not necessarily in the order described above and in FIG. Free radicals are converted from one to another immediately and often in a random manner. Superoxide anions and hydroxyl radicals drift as free radicals in FRS water and are finally stabilized by conversion to ozone or hydrogen peroxide. Furthermore, hydrogen peroxide and ozone continue to convert after electrolysis in the following manner.
H ₂ O ₂ → H ⁺ + HO _2- (Conversion of hydrogen peroxide)
^{_{O 3 + HO 2 → HO *}} + O 2 - + O 2 (Ozone conversion)
The resulting free radicals are very unstable and tend to bind and stabilize with other surrounding molecules or atoms. This phenomenon is used to eradicate various infectious bacterial diseases such as pathogenic Neisseria gonorrhoeae. By applying FRS water to the infected area, free radicals in the FRS water combine with bacteria and other molecules to sterilize the infected site. When water is electrolyzed, oxygen is strongly removed from the H ₂ O water molecule and converted to one of the unstable free radical atoms that tend to bond with other surrounding atoms or molecules. Bacteria are oxidized and sterilized by the combination of free radicals such as oxygen and other molecules such as pathogenic Neisseria gonorrhoeae. It is important to note that all free radical conversion patterns shown in FIG. 4 are random, continuous, and repeat at approximately the same level for at least 2 hours after electrolysis.

Various tests have shown that FRS water maintains a high level of ORP for at least 2 hours after manufacture. FIG. 5 shows electron spin resonance (ESR) test results of a sample that traps ^* OH radicals in FRS water detected immediately after production, 1 hour after production, and 2 hours after production. All three ESR spectral patterns are nearly identical, showing ^* scavenging of OH radicals, indicating that FRS water consistently maintains the same level and free radical conversion for at least 2 hours after production. It was. The high ORP level of over 900mV generated in FRS water helps the continuous generation and conversion of free radicals to continue semipermanently after electrolysis. In other words, as long as the ORP level is high, the FRS water continues to electrolyze itself. Thus, FRS water can be used as a sterile solution for at least 2 hours after manufacture, which is a substantial utility for use compared to existing electrolyzed water such as, for example, superacid water. The ORP level of superacid water decreases immediately after production, which means a loss of sterilization capacity. Specifically, superacid water can maintain an ORP of 900 mV for only 10-15 minutes after production. The ORP level of the FRS water of the present invention reaches its ORP peak, usually 10-15 minutes after production, and then remains above 900 mV for at least 2 hours, including very high free radical reactions.

  FIG. 6 is a graph of redox potential change versus time in FRS water. An ORP peak is shown about 10-15 minutes after manufacture and the peak is maintained for about 40 minutes. The level of ORP gradually decreases with time. However, a very high level of ORP (about 900 mV) is maintained continuously for over 4 hours after the production of FRS water. Of note, many microorganisms cannot survive in environments where the ORP level is 900 mV or higher, and only a few microorganisms can survive at an ORP level of about 700-1000 mV. FRS water maintains a high level of ORP and a sterilization level of hydrogen ion concentration (HIC) of 6-8 pH. FRS water gradually returns to normal water, but free radicals continue to combine with other free radicals such as oxygen found in FRS water and air. Exposure of FRS to air increases dissolved oxygen (DO) levels and, in part, promotes maintenance of free radical production due to increased redox potential. Generally, FRS water has a DO greater than 10 mg / L. When the ORP level of FRS water decreases from about 1000 mV to about 200 mV to 600 mV, free radical production eventually stops.

  FIG. 7 is a graph showing power consumption during electrolysis in the production of FRS water. As the electrolysis voltage increases, the redox potential of the FRS water increases. This increase in ORP reduces the need for continued power application for continuous electrolysis to produce FRS water, minimizing power consumption during manufacturing. The amount of power applied to electrolyze the water may be adjusted manually by a power source and amplifier, or automatically by a central processing unit. The relationship between the ORP level of FRS water and the application of power to produce FRS water depends on many factors such as, for example, the size of the electrolysis cell, the nature of the water, and the water temperature. The redox potential of the FRS water may be adjusted by adjusting the power to the electrolysis cell and / or the length of time of electrolysis. For example, for use in a medical environment, FRS water with the highest ORP level, such as 1100 mV, may be produced. In agriculture, 900mV ORP for FRS water is sufficient. Since the FRS water maintains an ORP level exceeding 900 mV for at least 2 hours, the FRS water itself may be used as a power source such as a battery.

  FIG. 8 is a comparison table showing the differences between the FRS water of the present invention and other existing prior art electrolyzed waters by ORP, HIC, and available chlorine levels. Prior art functional water, such as superacid water, uses chlorine contained in tap water to increase the redox potential in the aqueous solution. In addition, other additives, including various chemicals, have been added to improve the electrolysis properties of water, which can lead to the generation of various chlorine gases that are harmful to human health. is there. In the FRS water production method of the present invention, most of the chlorine is removed in the first treatment stage of the water. Thus, FRS water results from the conversion of water molecules, while all other existing electrolyzed water results from a chemical reaction between the water molecules and the chemical electrolysis additive.

  While embodiments of the present invention have been illustrated and described, those skilled in the art will be able to conceive numerous variations and alternative embodiments. For example, the hydrogen ion concentration level of 6-8 pH or the redox potential of 900 mV to 1200 mV may be slightly different depending in part on the quality of the water used to produce FRS water. Variations in dissolved oxygen levels depend on many factors including temperature and atmospheric pressure, but should be at least 10 mg / L. Such modifications and alternative embodiments can be considered and practiced without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention and the appended claims.

FIG. 1 is a summary table showing the properties in water and corresponding values of a free radical solution according to the present invention. FIG. 2 is a flow chart illustrating a method for producing FRS water according to the present invention. FIG. 3 is a graph of the results of a spectral transmission test of a sample for FRS water and pure water by an optical spectrum analyzer according to the present invention, and FIG. 3A is a graph of the results of a spectral transmission test of a sample for pure water FIG. 3B is a graphical representation of the results of a sample spectral transmission test for FRS water. FIG. 4 is a table of free radicals in FRS water and their conversion patterns according to the present invention. FIG. 5 is a graphical representation of electron spin resonance (ESR) test results of a sample for trapping ^* OH radicals in FRS water according to the present invention. FIG. 6 is a graph of the change pattern of the oxidation-reduction potential of FRS water according to the present invention. FIG. 7 is a graph showing the power consumption during electrolysis in the production of FRS water according to the present invention. FIG. 8 is a comparison table showing the difference between the FRS water of the present invention and other existing prior art electrolyzed water.

Claims (6)

H ₂ O water molecules containing free radicals,
A stable hydrogen ion concentration of 6-8 pH,
Functional water having a redox potential of 900mV to 1200mV.   The functional water of claim 1, further having a useful life of at least 2 hours after production.   The functional water according to claim 1, wherein the functional water contains no additives during and after production.   The functional water according to claim 3, wherein the functional water is produced by pretreatment and electrolysis of water.   The functional water according to claim 4, wherein the pretreatment comprises purifying water before the electrolysis.   The functional water of claim 1 further having a dissolved oxygen level exceeding 10 mg / L.

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