JPH02198688A - Device and method for activated water by fluidization and pyroelectricity of ceramics using in boiling water - Google Patents

Abstract

PURPOSE:To eliminate adhesiveness and to facilitate cleaning of foreign matter by fluidizing granular ceramics materials contg. tourmaline by a boiling aq. soln. and the bubbles generated by boiling so that nearly the semipermanent service life is obtd. and the need for exchange is eliminated. CONSTITUTION:The tourmaline ore contg. the tourmaline which is the ceramics belonging to a polar crystal body having permanent spontaneous polarization is pulverized and the fine powder obtd. in such a manner is refined to form the granular materials 1. Such granular materials are sealed into a container 3 made of a metal or ceramics having many through-holes to allow the good passage of only the liquid, such as aq. soln. The water in the container 3 is boiled by heating and the granular materials 1 sealed into the container 3 are vigorously fluidized by the generated bubbles in the container 3 so that the materials collide and rub against each other. The prevention of sticking on the wall surface and the effect of association, such as beating, dispersing, penetrating, leaching, detergency, emulsifying and mixing are enhanced in this way.

Description

[Detailed Description of the Invention] [Field of Industrial Application] The present invention broadly relates to a ceramic fluidizing electric field water activator and a method for producing fluidizing electric field activated water, and particularly relates to a fluidizing electric field water activator used for hot water and its fluidizing electric field water activator. The present invention relates to a method for producing live water. Note that "sewage" here refers to water that has been given energy to undergo some kind of physical or chemical reaction, and this is called "water activation," and activated water is called "water activation." It is called ``live water''.

In particular, ceramic fluid electric field water activators and fluid electric field used in boiling water can be used to remove slime from boilers and improve taste and flavor in cooking, etc. due to the interfacial effect of this activated water. The present invention relates to a method for producing live water.

[Prior Art] As conventional so-called activated water technology that imparts special functions to water, chemical water activation devices and manufacturing methods are mainly employed. This equipment and manufacturing method not only costs money, but also causes a chain reaction of pollution, which ultimately leads to rivers, lakes, oceans, etc.
Furthermore, the negative effects on animals, plants, and the human body are being expanded.

Therefore, in recent years, physical and electrochemical water activation devices and production methods have attracted attention instead of chemical production methods, and research and development thereof has become active, and several products have already been put into practical use.

If we classify these devices and manufacturing methods that have been announced recently, they can be broadly classified into the following two types. The first is natural stone.

The second one is physical and electrochemical.

First, those using natural stone include devices and manufacturing methods that bring water into contact with natural stone or sintered ceramic. Of these,
The most widely used are natural zeolites, followed by aqueous solutions passed through layers of crushed or sintered granules of granite and igneous rocks.

Next, physical and electrochemical equipment and manufacturing methods include magnetic field processing. A manufacturing method based on the theory of water electrolysis, in which electrodes are provided and an electric field is applied directly to water to cause a current to flow therein, has also been researched and put into practical use. Also, a method using an electrostatic field has been developed.

Conventionally, there have been products on the market that are made by sintering ceramic into plate shapes, vibrator shapes, or granular shapes and are used for cooking. According to the manufacturer's instructions, this product appears to be due to adsorption with a zeolite-based or 5-inch porous material, ion exchange, etc., and the usage period is 1 to 3 months. This is natural due to its nature.

On the other hand, the flowing electric field method relies on the electric field created by countless electrodes generated on the surface of a polar crystal called tourmaline that undergoes permanent spontaneous electric polarization, and the effective period is almost permanent and cannot be replaced. does not require In addition, it is not due to adsorption by porous pores, and isolated excess hydroxyl ions that are added to water by the action of an electric field (
Due to the surfactant effect produced by 011-), there is no adhesion, and foreign matter can be easily cleaned, and there is no generation of strange odors due to decomposition and deterioration of the adhering matter.

[Problems to be Solved by the Invention] Below are the disadvantages of the current magnetic field treatment and the conventional electric field treatment using electrodes, which are described in Japanese Patent Application No. 63-222559. Make frequent bullet points.

First, magnetic field processing will be described.

(2) The effect can only be obtained at a flow rate above a certain level, and since the flow rate requires approximately 2 to 4 m/sec, no effect can be expected at low flow rates.

■ Because a strong magnet is used, iron in the raw water adheres to the magnet and must be removed. The inside of the device also needs to be cleaned once or twice a year.

■ It takes a long time to see the effects, so it is difficult to conduct short-term experiments or preliminary tests, and we will not know until we see the results of use.

■ According to Faraday's law, the direction of magnetic field lines, water flow direction,
There are certain conditions regarding the direction of the force acting on charged impurities such as ions, and contradictory conditions between the magnitude of the flow velocity and the duration of the magnetic field, making it difficult to increase the effect.

■ Because it is ineffective and unstable, it is often combined with other manufacturing methods.

■ It is expensive.

Next, we will discuss electric field processing using electrodes.

■ There is a lifespan due to electrode corrosion (open when replaced).

■ Performance decreases due to increased resistance loss on the electrode surface due to deposits such as precipitates.

■ Requires cleaning and removal of deposits due to precipitation.

■ Requires ancillary equipment such as a high voltage (4,000 to 5,000 OOV, DC) generator, automatic voltage control, earth leakage prevention device, and insulation safety equipment. In addition, these maintenance and inspection tasks are necessary.

■ The price is high.

That's all for now.

However, in the conventional manufacturing method as described above, the structure and
Due to the method, it is impossible to use the device and the method of use as in the present invention. In that respect, it can be said that it is only a ceramic flowing electric field. This point is fundamentally different.

The main features of this flowing electric field method are described below.

■ Refers to the so-called electrolysis phenomenon in which only a voltage higher than the water decomposition pressure is generated.

■Therefore, hydrogen and oxygen are generated at the anode and cathode, resulting in strong oxidation and reduction effects. For the flowing electric field method, the voltage is below the decomposition pressure, and oxidation and reduction are only weak effects.

■Furthermore, a practical sterilization effect cannot be expected at a voltage below the decomposition pressure. It has a certain degree of deodorizing effect.

(2) The so-called neutralization effect in the flowing electric field method refers to a tendency to bring the pH of the solution closer to weak alkalinity of around 7.5 rather than 7.0. This is due to the generation of excess Of(''' ions that do not have a symmetrical cation. This OH- ion disappears in 2 to 3 days, and the pH returns to neutral.

■ OH- ions can migrate independently from cations to create water that is present in excess. This produces many surfactant effects. This phenomenon plays a large and important role both in practical terms and in principle.

■ The generation of ionic current and its role are also fundamentally important, but the amount of current is extremely small, and the water purification effect caused by it is not very significant except for extremely small amounts of substances.

■ In the flowing electric field method, the main charge is due to exfoliation of the tourmaline. Experiments have shown that the exfoliation charging effect of the tourmaline is the most important, greater than several other charging effects of the dielectric. Currently, we are using refined ore called tourmaline (containing about 10 to 40% pure tourmaline), which should be properly called tourmaline ore, but this cannot be used alone. Hardness and abrasion resistance are low in nodules, 20-80
% of other ceramics and sintering aids, then granulated and fired is practical in terms of hardness and wear resistance. alumina,
Even when silica is used, triboelectricity and other weak charging phenomena occur, but as a result of comparative experiments, the strength is less than 1/]0 compared to those containing tourmaline, and in terms of effectiveness and performance, it plays a supplementary role. Stop.

[Means for Solving the Problems] Therefore, the ceramic fluidized electric field water activator used for boiling water and the method for producing fluidized electric field activated water according to the present invention further apply the invention of the previously filed Japanese Patent Application No. 63-222559. It is something. That is, like a permanent magnet in magnetism, the tourmaline focuses on and utilizes the electrical energy it possesses through permanent polarization. The electrically charged state of the ceramic granules containing tourmaline is usually electrically neutralized by ions and other deposits and does not appear on the surface.

Therefore, the particulate matter is made to flow by the boiling aqueous solution and the bubbles generated by the boiling, and such deposits are peeled off from there, and various effects are exerted by the action of the electric field caused by the electric charge that appears.

Below, the specific configuration of the ceramic fluid electric field activated water activator used for boiling water and the method for producing fluid electric field activated water of the present invention will be explained in detail.

First, the configuration of the ceramic fluid electric field water activator of the first invention will be described. In this invention, first, there is an aggregate of ceramic grains containing tourmaline. Next, there is a container having a water passage hole that does not allow the flow of ceramic grains containing tourmaline.

This container contains the ceramic aggregate containing the tourmaline described above.

And then there are fluid means. This fluidizing means fluidizes the above-mentioned aggregate of ceramic grains containing tourmaline using a boiling aqueous solution and bubbles generated by the boiling.

Next, the configuration of the ceramic fluidizing electric field water activator of the second invention will be described. This invention first strengthens the mechanical hardness of a ceramic containing tourmaline with a reinforcing ceramic.

First, there is an aggregate of granules made by mixing ceramic containing tourmaline and hardness-enhancing ceramic powder with water and granulating and sintering the mixture. Next, there is a container that has a water flow hole that does not allow the above-mentioned particulate matter to flow through. This container is for containing the above-mentioned aggregate of granules.

And then there are fluid means. This fluidizing means fluidizes the above-mentioned aggregate of granules using a boiling aqueous solution and air bubbles.

Finally, the configuration of the ceramic fluid electric field activated water production method according to the third invention will be described. This invention is a manufacturing method using the aggregate of ceramic grains containing tourmaline according to the first invention. First, an aggregate of ceramic grains containing tourmaline is placed in water containing impurities such as electrolytes such as juice from rice, other foods, seasonings, ice-like foods, ice-like seasonings, and even boiling water. Flow through bubbles in boiling water. As a result, each part of the ceramic particle aggregate containing the tourmaline is brought into contact with and collide with each other. Therefore, the deposits on the surface of the aggregate of ceramic grains containing tourmaline are peeled off.

Then, the charges of the electrolyte ions and colloids are neutralized and separated from the water by precipitation. Next, this precipitate is further peeled off and separated from the surface of the ceramic particles containing the tourmaline due to the flow and friction. The above is repeated. The electric field created by the electrodes that are peeled off and exposed on the surface brings about the so-called electric field effect.

[Function] Since the ceramic fluid electric field water activator and the electric field activated water production method used for boiling water of the present invention are constructed as described above, the following effects occur.

First, the operation of the ceramic flowing electric field water activator of the first invention will be described. In this invention, first, an aggregate of ceramic grains containing tourmaline is placed in a container having holes for water to flow through, and since the ceramic grains containing tourmaline are not allowed to flow through this container, only water is allowed to flow through the container. distribute it.

Then, the above-mentioned aggregate of ceramic grains containing tourmaline is made to flow within the container by the boiling aqueous solution and the generated air bubbles.

Next, the operation of the ceramic flowing electric field water activator of the second invention will be described. This invention first strengthens the mechanical hardness of a ceramic containing tourmaline with a reinforcing ceramic.

First, an aggregate of granules obtained by mixing ceramic containing tourmaline and hardness-enhancing dielectric ceramic powder with water and granulating and sintering the mixture is placed in a container having a water passage hole. Since this container does not allow the ceramic grains containing tourmaline to flow through it, only water flows through it.

Then, the above-mentioned aggregate of ceramic grains containing tourmaline is made to flow in the container by a boiling aqueous solution and generated air bubbles.

Finally, the operation of the ceramic fluid electric field activated water production method of the third invention will be described. This invention is a manufacturing method using the aggregate of ceramic grains containing tourmaline according to the first invention. First, an aggregation of ceramic grains containing tourmaline is made to flow in a boiling aqueous solution and bubbles generated in water containing rice, other food, seasonings, etc. Forcing parts of the body to come into contact with each other. As a result, the deposits on the surface of the aggregate of ceramic grains containing tourmaline are peeled off, and the ions of the electrolyte and the electric charge of the charged colloid are neutralized and precipitated and separated from the water. This precipitate is exfoliated and separated from the surface of the ceramic grains containing the tourmaline. On the other hand, in parallel with this phenomenon, a minute current flows due to spontaneous dissociation into H" and OH- under water electrolysis, and an excess of OH is released from cations due to the effect of electric field action. -Ions are generated.

The above is repeated.

Therefore, the action of tourmaline, which is a polar crystal, will be briefly described below.

In the case of tourmaline, which has permanent electrical polarization, when the ions and charged colloids adsorbed on the surface are "peeled off" by friction or collision, a charge due to spontaneous polarization appears, which is similar to being electrically charged. It becomes a state. As a dielectric, tourmaline also has piezoelectricity and pyroelectricity, and its polarity is thought to be the same as the direction of permanent polarization, and even if it is not the same, it can be said to be a ferroelectric material like what is called tourmaline. On the other hand, since it is not affected by an external electric field, there is almost no attenuation of the intensity of permanent polarization.

However, as mentioned above, tourmaline is usually electrically neutralized by ions and other deposits.
``It doesn't appear on the surface. Therefore, such an effect is exerted by peeling off such deposits by flow. Then, the ions in the water are deposited and attached there again. Therefore, by repeating this process, the dissolved substance in the water is solidified and precipitated. Then, due to the action of an electric field below the electrolytic layer, which is added to the water appearing due to the peeling, the water becomes rich in OH- ions. Its main effects are: ■ Precipitation and dispersion of ionic substances (dissolved impurities) in the solution onto the electrode surface.

■ A phenomenon in which OH- ions become rich. The reason is that water spontaneously dissociates into 120 # H"+OH-. When a voltage below the decomposition pressure is applied, the ions move to the cathode and the OH- ions move to the anode.

Therefore, the moving speed of H0 ions is about twice as fast as that of OH- ions. The H1 ion discharges on the electrode surface and the discharge potential becomes H0→l −+ 12, which is half that of the OH − ion, and it is easy to discharge and become H2. For the above two reasons, ■+ ions are lost as H2, and 011- ions remain in the water, resulting in Q) l-rich water ions. This 011
-'' ions are electrochemically unstable, and corresponding tens of charges are generated at so-called interfaces such as solid objects in water, containers, and walls of vibrators.

Next, the ten charges generated here attract Ol- ions. The interface between these solids contains many OH- ions. However, since these ions are hydrated by water molecules, they do not disappear easily due to discharge, but they disappear in about 3 days. Several interfacial effects exhibited by this OH- ion produce many beneficial active effects. Also,
Unlike surfactants, it does not leave any residue behind, so it is harmless when used for cooking and other purposes. This "interface effect" is the most important during cooking.

Polar crystals such as "electrets" and tourmaline are permanently polarized and are not affected by external electric fields, so tourmaline can also be considered to be included in electrets. However, tourmaline, which differs greatly in its formation process, strength, and composition, is more appropriately called a polar crystal. Therefore, it is expressed in this way in this specification. Of course, it can also be called an electret in a broader sense.

If you need a detailed explanation of this effect, please refer to the above
Patent application for electret flowing electric field water purification device and manufacturing method (
Please refer to the specification of Japanese Patent Application No. 63-222559).

[Example] Hereinafter, the ceramic fluid electric field water activator used for boiling water and the method for producing electric field activated water according to the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings using examples thereof.

FIG. 1 shows a side sectional view of an embodiment of the ceramic fluidized electric field water activator used for boiling water and the method for producing electric field activated water according to the present invention. FIG. 2 shows an enlarged side view of an embodiment of the container of FIG. 1 with water passage holes. FIG. 3 is a side sectional view of that of FIG. 2;

Ceramics have different dielectric constants depending on their type. Also, even if the materials are the same, they differ depending on their direction with respect to the crystal axis. These small, granulated and sintered particles are made to flow in water, and when they collide and rub against the surface, countless small electrodes are created, which are charged with positive and negative static electricity. arise.

In addition, when tourmaline, which is a ceramic belonging to a polar crystal with permanent polarization, is mixed with this granular material, in addition to this charging phenomenon, there is also electricity that is attracted to the electrode part of the surface of this tourmaline. Ions and colloids are "peeled off" by the flow action, exposing surface charges, and a phenomenon similar to charging occurs. This peeling electrification is much stronger than the electrification caused by triboelectricity, piezoelectricity, or pyroelectricity.

However, since tourmaline ore alone does not have sufficient surface hardness, hardness-enhancing ceramics such as alumina and silica are mixed with it to increase its hardness and wear resistance. An electric field effect occurs due to the electric charges on the electrodes that appear when the billet is made to flow in an aqueous solution.

Therefore, it is a refined powder obtained by crushing tourmaline ore containing tourmaline, which is a ceramic belonging to a polar crystal with permanent spontaneous polarization, or a dielectric ceramic such as aluminum or silica is added to it to strengthen its hardness. Mix and granulate
A container made of a heat-resistant material such as metal or ceramic and has a large number of flow holes 2 (see Figure 3) through which only liquids such as aqueous solutions can circulate through granular materials made by sintering. (
Sphere, tube, tablet shape) 3. The amount of the granules 1 is slightly less than the volume of the container 3 so that the granules can flow well in the container 3.

The size, shape, and material of the container 3 vary depending on its use. Examples of its uses include rice cookers, pots, pots, kettles, etc.
A container 3 containing an aggregate of ceramic grains 1 containing tourmaline is placed in a device for boiling water such as water. After its use. You can wash them in the same way as regular tableware and store them in the same way.

To explain the principle, first, the water in the container 3 is also boiled by heating. At this time, particulate matter 1 is sealed in the container 3 by air bubbles generated from the water in the container 3.
flow violently within the container 3 and collide and rub against each other.

As is well known in electrolysis, the effect of the electric field is greater as the temperature is higher, and this can be achieved by reducing the amount of granules 1 required.

Bubbles generated by boiling force the boiling water 5 out of the holes in the container, and as the bubbles break, the boiling water 5 flows in.

By doing this without interruption and by violently stirring the boiling water 5 due to the flow of the granules 1, the boiling water 5 inside the container 3 is violently mixed with the boiling water 5 outside the container 3, and the boiling water 5 inside the pot 4 etc. Combined with heat convection and boiling, it is quickly homogenized.

In addition to the above-mentioned cooking, the ceramic fluid electric field water activator used with boiling water and the method for producing electric field activated water according to the present invention include:
Since water is replaced with water that has special functions such as sea surface activation, it is necessary to use activated water for boilers, activated water for washing, and prevent scaling from clogging sink drain pipes and preventing adhesion to bathtub tiles, etc. There are various examples that utilize the surface activity of isowater.

Below, various experimental examples of the use of the ceramic fluid electric field water activator for boiling water and the electric field activated water production method according to the present invention in cooking will be described.

Experimental Example 1: In the case of rice cooking, the above-mentioned container 3 containing granular material 1 was placed in an Ichisaka rice cooker and an aluminum pot 4, and 2 cups of regular rice was cooked therein.

As a result, the phenomenon of ``rice standing up,'' in which the rice grains stand vertically, was noticeable;
It had increased by more than %. The rice is white in color, glossy and fluffy, and has no core. Furthermore, it is non-sticky and has no odor. Moreover, it has become a product that does not turn yellow over time and does not deteriorate in taste even after being re-breathed.

Experimental Example - 2゜ Chicken, Chinese cabbage, and tofu were used, and the container 3 containing the above granular material 1 was placed in a pot dish using kelp as the soup stock and boiled.

As a result, there was no fishy odor at all, and there was almost no "scum". Furthermore, the taste (especially the soup) was delicious, not too strong, mild and firm.

Experimental Example 3 Green tea was added to the hot water that had been boiled in the container 3 containing the granular material 1 described above.

As a result, it was delicious without any bitterness, and I only needed about half the time to add hot water. In other words, it has become easier to serve tea.

[Effects of the Invention] The ceramic fluidized electric field water activator used for boiling water and the method for producing electric field activated water according to the present invention have the above-described configuration, and therefore have the following great effects.

■ PH1 neutralization effect It works to bring the pH of water closer to 7.5 (weakly alkaline) regardless of whether it is acidic or alkaline. P of internal water in living organisms
H is 7.3 to 7.5.

■ Precipitating impurities such as dissolved ions.

■ Creates OH-rich water and imparts many interfacial effects to the water. That is, the effects of association such as prevention of wall adhesion, flocculation, dispersion, penetration, leaching, detergency, emulsification, and mixing are improved.

■ Shows weak oxidation-reduction power (deodorizing effect, etc.).

■ Hydrolyzes molecular chlorine and water to ionize chlorine residue and eliminate chlorine odor and taste.

・As a result of the above, the following phenomena specifically occurred.

■ Penetration of water into ingredients (along with cooking ingredients) ■ It becomes easier for the unique taste of the ingredients to be extracted.

■ Reduces the occurrence of "blackness" due to flocculation and dispersion effects. The generated material also has good dispersibility and does not coagulate easily.

■ The oil and fat components and aqueous solution emulsify well and do not separate significantly.

■ Sufficient mixing and association of dissolved substances and water occurs at a microscopic level, imparting richness, mellowness, umami, and flavor to the taste, eliminating bitterness and off-flavors.

■ Eliminates the unpleasant taste caused by the use of hard water, removes calcium scale from kettles, etc., prevents adhesion, and improves thermal efficiency. This effect is due to the above-mentioned effects, and is particularly due to some interfacial effects caused by isolated 011-ion-rich water.

■ After cooking, if you wash the dishes in a container such as a spherical object with water boiled in a kettle, the dirt will easily come off due to the interfacial effect. In addition, it has been confirmed through practice that slime is less likely to adhere to drains such as sinks, pipe walls, etc., and is useful in preventing such problems.

As mentioned above, since the ceramic fluid electric field activated water device and the electric field activated water production method used for boiling water according to the present invention use boiling of water, the electric field effect due to the above-mentioned flow of particulates and the electric field effect due to high temperature have a large effect. .

[Brief explanation of the drawing]

FIG. 1 shows a side sectional view of an embodiment of the ceramic fluidized electric field water activator used for boiling water and the method for producing electric field activated water according to the present invention. FIG. 2 shows an enlarged side view of an embodiment of the container of FIG. 1 with water-only flow holes. FIG. 3 shows a side sectional view of the one shown in FIG. I... Ceramic grains containing tourmaline 2... Distribution hole 3... Container 4... Pot 5... Boiling water

Claims (3)

[Claims] (1) An aggregate of ceramic particles containing tourmaline, a container containing the ceramic aggregate containing tourmaline, which has water circulation holes that do not allow the circulation of the ceramic particles containing tourmaline, Used in boiling water, characterized by comprising a fluidizing means for fluidizing a granular aggregate of tourmaline (permanent electric localizer or polar crystal ceramic) using a boiling aqueous solution and air bubbles generated by boiling. Ceramic fluid electric field water activator. (2) An aggregate of granules made by mixing ceramics containing tourmaline and hardness-enhancing ceramic powder with water and granulating and sintering the mixture, and a container containing the aggregate of granules, in which the above granules are distributed. 1. A ceramic fluidized electric field water activator for use with boiling water, characterized in that it has a water flow hole that prevents the water from flowing, and a fluidizing means that fluidizes the above-mentioned aggregate of granules using a boiling aqueous solution and air bubbles. (3) Tourmaline is produced by flowing an aggregate of ceramic grains containing tourmaline in water containing impurities such as electrolytes, causing each grain of the assembly of ceramic grains containing tourmaline to come into contact with each other and collide with each other. The deposits on the surface of the aggregate of ceramic grains containing the tourmaline are peeled off, and the charge appearing on the electrode on the surface of the tourmaline grains neutralizes the charge of the electrolyte and separates it from the water. The following electric field action is applied, and then the precipitate is exfoliated and separated again from the surface of the ceramic particles containing the tourmaline by flowing and friction by the boiling aqueous solution and bubbles. A ceramic fluid electric field activated water production method for use with boiling water characterized by repeating the above steps.