KR20230111731A - Multifunctional Space Sterilizing Device - Google Patents

Abstract

The present invention relates to a multifunctional space sterilization device implemented to simultaneously perform various functions such as an air purifier, deodorization, odor removal, diffuser, fine dust reduction, and airborne mold removal, and is seated on a floor surface, and at least one lower body formed along the bottom of one or more air intakes for introducing air into the interior space; a solution tank which holds a sterilizing solution for sterilizing the space while being emitted into the air and is seated inside the lower body; an upper body installed to cover the upper opening of the lower body and discharging vapor of the sterilizing solution diffused from the solution tank upward; a lighting unit installed on the upper body to emit light and emit light; and a control panel installed on the upper side of the upper body for control input of the device.

Description

Multifunctional Space Sterilizing Device {Multifunctional Space Sterilizing Device}

The present invention relates to a multifunctional space sterilization device, and more particularly, to a multifunctional space sterilization device implemented to simultaneously perform various functions such as an air purifier, deodorization, odor removal, diffuser, fine dust reduction, and airborne mold removal.

Recently, the COVID19 virus has become a global epidemic, and many people die, industry and economic activities shrink, national financial losses are enormous, and social order and happy lives are emerging as serious international problems.

In addition, in general, a lot of time and money are invested to achieve a more pleasant and comfortable residential environment due to the improvement of living standards, and in particular, the use of fragrance (or aromatic) for the purpose of preventing or removing odors and according to personal taste is rapidly increasing. It is being used.

The fragrance injector is formed so that the fragrance contained in the container is sprayed once per set period to fill the room with the desired fragrance, and the fragrance is sprayed by pressing the nozzle of the container containing the fragrance or blocking the nozzle inlet with a solenoid valve, and the container is fitted inside the body of the fragrance injector and is configured so that the container is not exposed to the appearance of the fragrance injector.

On the other hand, the above-described background art is technical information that the inventor possessed for derivation of the present invention or acquired during the derivation process of the present invention, and cannot necessarily be referred to as known art disclosed to the general public prior to filing the present invention.

Korean Patent Registration No. 10-1237458 Korean Patent Publication No. 10-2021-0126958

One aspect of the present invention provides a multifunctional space sterilization device implemented to sterilize an indoor space by removing viruses, molds, harmful bacteria, etc. present in indoor air.

The technical problem of the present invention is not limited to the technical problem mentioned above, and other technical problems not mentioned will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the following description.

A multifunctional space sterilization apparatus according to an embodiment of the present invention is seated on a floor surface and includes a lower body formed along a lower portion of at least one air intake unit for introducing air into an interior space; a solution tank which holds a sterilizing solution for sterilizing the space while being emitted into the air and is seated inside the lower body; an upper body installed to cover the upper opening of the lower body and discharging vapor of the sterilizing solution diffused from the solution tank upward; a lighting unit installed on the upper body to emit light and emit light; and a control panel installed on the upper side of the upper body for control input of the device.

In one embodiment, the upper body may include a body body installed to cover an upper opening of the lower body; It is installed between the body main body and the lower body, is formed in a round hemisphere shape upward, forms an opening for discharging air upward at the upper center, and vapor of the sterilizing solution diffused from the solution tank rises along the lower inner surface A vortex generating cover forming a vortex inducing part spirally extending along the lower inner surface to form a vortex; and a discharge fan installed above the vortex generating cover and rotationally driven in response to a driving request transmitted from the manipulation panel to form a rising air current.

In one embodiment, the multifunctional space sterilization device according to an embodiment of the present invention is connected to the operation panel using wireless communication to turn on / off the device, air volume control, operation timer, mode, etc., and a user terminal that controls at least one or more functions of the sleep function; may further include.

In one embodiment, the solution tank is formed in the form of a container with an open upper side to store a sterilizing solution and is seated inside the lower body so that the upper end can be in close contact with the inner surface of the lower body. A solution tank formed in the shape of a trumpet whose diameter gradually increases toward the top; a support column extending from the lower side of the solution tank in a vertical direction along the inside of the solution tank and communicating in a vertical direction; and a plurality of air movement holes formed along the upper side of the solution tank so that the air introduced into the lower body through the air intake can pass through the upper side of the solution tank.

In one embodiment, the solution tank is formed in a round disk shape to the lower side of a diameter larger than the outer diameter of the support pillar so that the vapor of the sterilizing solution rising from the solution tank can be diffused, and is installed on the upper side of the support pillar. It may further include a diffusion guide disc.

In one embodiment, the solution tank, is installed on the inside of the support column fragrance reinforcing portion for diffusing the fragrance; may further include.

In one embodiment, the fragrance reinforcing unit is installed on the lower side of the inner space of the support column, is driven to rotate the diffuser fan for forming a flow of air in the upward direction along the inner side of the support column; It is formed in the shape of a cylinder having an outer diameter smaller than the inner diameter of the support pillar and is installed above the diffuser fan, the lower end of which is bent outward to the inner circumferential surface of the support pillar to accommodate the diffuser solution between the inner circumferential surface of the support pillar and its outer circumferential surface A solution storage pipe formed; The upper side forming an inner diameter larger than the outer diameter of the solution storage tube and forming an outer diameter smaller than the inner diameter of the support pillar is formed in the form of a sealed cylinder to be covered and seated on the outside of the solution storage tube, and as the diffuser fan rotates, the air rises along the inside of the solution storage tube. an elevating pipe that rises while passing through and induces diffusion of the diffuser solution; an opening and closing cover formed in a disk shape having a diameter corresponding to the diameter of the support pillar and installed above the lifting pipe, covering and seated at an upper opening of the support pillar when the lifting pipe is lowered to block diffusion of the diffuser solution, and opening an upper opening of the support pillar when the lifting pipe is raised to induce diffusion of the diffuser solution; and an airtight seal formed in a circular ring shape made of a rubber material and installed along an upper end of the support pillar.

In one embodiment, the outer circumferential surface of the solution storage pipe may include, from a lower side, 1) a first outer surface formed with an outer diameter corresponding to the inner diameter of the lifting pipe, 2) a second outer surface forming an inclined surface as the outer diameter gradually decreases from the upper end of the first outer surface toward the upper side, and 3) a third outer surface formed with an outer diameter smaller than the inner diameter of the lifting pipe from the upper side of the second outer surface.

In one embodiment, in the solution storage pipe, a separation prevention groove protruding in a circular ring form from an inner circumferential surface of the elevating pipe is seated and a separation prevention groove for moving in a vertical direction may be formed along the third outer surface.

In one embodiment, the opening and closing cover may be formed with an air discharge hole formed in communication with an inner space of the elevation pipe from an upper end to discharge a portion of the air that raises the elevation pipe to the upper side.

In one embodiment, the fragrance reinforcing unit is formed of a soft thin film, one side is fixedly installed on the upper side of the opening and closing cover to cover the upper side of the air discharge hole, and when air is discharged through the air discharge hole, the air discharge hole is opened and when air is not discharged, a thin film cover for preventing diffusion of the diffuser solution.

According to one aspect of the present invention described above, the indoor space can be sterilized by removing viruses, molds, harmful bacteria, etc. existing in the indoor air, and the usability of the device can be improved by linking with a smartphone, etc. In addition to the sterilization function, it can function as a diffuser to provide an effect of maintaining an indoor environment in a more comfortable state.

Effects of the present invention are not limited to the effects mentioned above, and various effects may be included within a range apparent to those skilled in the art from the contents to be described below.

1 and 2 are diagrams showing a schematic configuration of a multifunctional space sterilization device according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 3 is a view showing the solution tank of Figure 1.
Figure 4 is a view showing another embodiment of the solution tank of Figure 1;
5 and 6 are views showing the fragrance reinforcing part of FIG.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS The detailed description of the present invention which follows refers to the accompanying drawings which illustrate, by way of illustration, specific embodiments in which the present invention may be practiced. These embodiments are described in sufficient detail to enable one skilled in the art to practice the present invention. It should be understood that the various embodiments of the present invention are different from each other but are not necessarily mutually exclusive. For example, specific shapes, structures, and characteristics described herein may be implemented in another embodiment without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention in connection with one embodiment. Additionally, it should be understood that the location or arrangement of individual components within each disclosed embodiment may be changed without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention. Accordingly, the detailed description set forth below is not to be taken in a limiting sense, and the scope of the present invention, if properly described, is limited only by the appended claims, along with all equivalents as claimed by those claims. Like reference numbers in the drawings indicate the same or similar function throughout the various aspects.

Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described in more detail with reference to the drawings.

1 and 2 are diagrams showing a schematic configuration of a multifunctional space sterilization device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

1 and 2, the multifunctional space sterilization apparatus 10 according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a lower body 100, a solution tank 200, an upper body 300, a lighting unit 400 and an operation panel 500.

The lower body 100 is seated on the bottom surface, and at least one or more air intakes (not shown in the drawing for convenience of description) for introducing air into the inner space in which the solution tank 200 is seated are formed along the lower part, and the upper body 300 is installed on the upper side.

Here, the air inlet may refer to an area made up of a plurality of perforated holes for air movement.

In one embodiment, the lower body 100 has a confirmation window 111 extending in the vertical direction so that the remaining amount of the sterilizing solution (S1) contained in the solution tank 200 seated inside can be checked. Can be formed on one side.

In one embodiment, in the lower body 100, a filter (not shown in the drawing for convenience of explanation) or the like for removing dust or the like may be installed on the inner surface of the air inlet through which air is introduced.

The solution tank 200 contains a sterilizing solution (S1) for sterilizing the space while being emitted into the air, and is seated inside the lower body 100.

Here, the sterilization solution (S1) may be made of natural substances and complex amino acids that do not contain harmful substances such as alcohol, chemicals, or hypochlorous acid water.

The main component of the sterilization solution (S1) may consist of a mixture of peony root extract, yellow oyster mushroom extract, wheat germ extract, complex amino acids, L-lyacin, L-cystine, L-serine, valine, and the like, and may be a complex amino acid solution, which is a naturally-derived component that can be safely used with NO alcohol, NO hypochlorous acid, and NO chemical components.

Accordingly, the sterilization solution (S1) can provide a safe sterilization effect that can be safely used by companion animals as well as important people such as the elderly, children, and families.

The upper body 300 covers the upper opening of the lower body 100 and discharges the steam of the sterilizing solution S1 diffused from the solution tank 200 upward.

In one embodiment, the upper body 300 may include a body body 310, a vortex generating cover 320 and a discharge fan 330.

The body body 310 is installed to cover the upper opening of the lower body 100, and components such as the lighting unit 400 and the control panel 500 are installed on the upper side.

The vortex generating cover 320 is installed between the body main body 310 and the lower body 100, is formed in the shape of a round hemisphere upward, forms an opening 321 at the center of the upper side for discharging air upward, and the sterilizing solution (S1) spreading from the solution tank 200. Vortex spirally extending along the lower inner surface to form a vortex while rising along the lower inner surface. An induction part (not shown in the drawing for convenience of description) is formed.

The discharge fan 330 is installed above the vortex generating cover 320 and is rotationally driven by a drive request transmitted from the control panel 500 to form an ascending airflow.

The lighting unit 400 is installed on the upper body 300 and irradiates light by emitting light in response to a drive request transmitted from the control panel 500 .

In one embodiment, the lighting unit 400 is made of a lighting device such as an LED module, and may emit light in at least one color or more in response to a driving request transmitted from the manipulation panel 500 to emit light.

The manipulation panel 500 is installed on the upper side of the upper body 300 for control input of the device.

In one embodiment, the manipulation panel 500 is composed of a touch input device, etc., and receives at least one or more functions from among device on/off, air volume control, operation timer, mode, and sleep function from the user, and can control driving corresponding thereto.

The multifunctional space sterilization apparatus 10 having the configuration described above may further include a user terminal 600 .

The user terminal 600 is connected to the control panel 500 using wireless communication (e.g., Bluetooth, NFC, etc.) to turn on/off the device 610, adjust the air volume 620, operate a timer 620 (a driving function only for a preset time), a mode light 640 (e.g., the lighting unit 400 emits light or dims while changing to blue-yellow-green-red, etc.), and a sleep function 650 ( For example, at least one function of operation, etc.) is controlled so that the air volume is driven to a minimum and the illumination of the lighting unit 400 is weakened so as not to interfere with sleep.

Here, the user terminal 600 may consist of one or more, and is a broad concept meaning various types of information communication devices and multimedia devices that support wired/wireless networks, such as mobile communication terminals widely used by the general public, such as desktop computers (PCs), notebooks, smart phones, and tablet computers (Tablet PCs).

The multifunctional space sterilization device 10 according to an embodiment of the present invention having the configuration described above is a device capable of simultaneously performing various functions such as air purifier, deodorization, odor removal, diffuser, fine dust reduction, and airborne mold removal, and can sterilize an indoor space by removing viruses, molds, and harmful bacteria present in the indoor air, improve the usability of the device in conjunction with a smartphone, etc., and function as a diffuser in addition to the sterilization function to keep the indoor environment in a more comfortable state.

Figure 3 is a view showing the solution tank of Figure 1.

Referring to FIG. 3 , the solution tank 200 includes a solution tank 210 , a support pillar 220 and a plurality of air movement holes 230 .

The solution tank 210 is formed in the form of a container with an open upper side to store the sterilization solution S1 and is seated inside the lower body 100, and the upper end can be in close contact with the inner surface of the lower body 100. It is formed in the shape of a trumpet whose diameter gradually increases as it goes upward, and components such as a support pillar 220 and a plurality of air movement holes 230 are installed.

The support pillar 220 extends from the lower side of the solution tank 210 in the vertical direction along the inside of the solution tank 210 and communicates with it in the vertical direction.

The air movement hole 230 is formed along the upper side of the solution tank 210 so that air introduced into the lower body 100 through the air intake 110 can move to the upper side of the solution tank 210 and pass therethrough.

The solution tank 200 having the configuration described above may further include a diffusion inducing disk 240 .

The diffusion induction disc 240 is formed in a round disc shape to the lower side of a diameter larger than the outer diameter of the support pillar 220 so that the vapor of the sterilizing solution S1 rising from the solution tank 210 can diffuse. It is installed on the upper side of the support pillar 220.

Figure 4 is a view showing another embodiment of the solution tank of Figure 1;

Referring to FIG. 4 , a solution tank 200a according to another embodiment includes a solution tank 210, a support column 220, a plurality of air movement holes 230, and a fragrance reinforcing unit 700.

Here, since the solution tank 210, the support pillar 220, and the plurality of air movement holes 230 are the same as those of FIG. 3, their descriptions will be omitted.

Fragrance reinforcing unit 700 is installed on the inside of the support pillar 220 to diffuse the fragrance.

In one embodiment, the fragrance reinforcing unit 700 may include a diffuser fan 710, a solution storage tube 720, an elevating pipe 730, an opening and closing cover 740 and an airtight seal 750.

The diffuser fan 710 is installed on the lower side of the inner space of the support column 220, and is rotationally driven by a drive request transmitted from the manipulation panel 500 to form an upward air flow along the inside of the support column 220.

The solution storage pipe 720 is formed in a cylindrical shape having an outer diameter smaller than the inner diameter of the support pillar 220 and is installed above the diffuser fan 710, and the lower end 721 is bent outward to the inner circumferential surface of the support pillar 220 to accommodate the diffuser solution S2 between the inner circumferential surface of the support pillar 220 and its outer circumferential surface.

In one embodiment, the outer circumferential surface of the solution storage pipe 720 is 1) a first outer surface B1 formed with an outer diameter corresponding to the inner diameter of the lifting pipe 730 from the lower side, 2) a second outer surface B2 forming an inclined surface as the outer diameter gradually decreases from the upper end of the first outer surface B1 to the upper side, 3) the inside of the lifting pipe 730 from the upper side of the second outer surface B2 It may be made of a third outer surface (B3) formed with a smaller outer diameter than the diameter.

That is, when the elevating pipe 730 is seated on the first outer surface B1, the flow of air is blocked, and when the elevating pipe 730 rises to the third outer surface B3, the air can move.

In one embodiment, in the solution storage pipe 720, a separation preventing groove 722 for moving only a preset height (for example, 1 cm to 5 cm, etc.) in the vertical direction may be formed along the third outer surface B3 with a separation prevention projection 731 protruding from the inner circumferential surface of the elevation pipe 730 in a circular ring shape so as to prevent the elevation pipe 730 from being separated from being continuously raised.

The elevating pipe 730 is formed in a cylindrical shape with an inner diameter larger than the outer diameter of the solution storage pipe 720 and an outer diameter smaller than the inner diameter of the support pillar 220, and is covered and seated on the outside of the solution storage pipe 720. 0) along the space between the outer surface and its inner surface, the air descends (A1 in FIG. 6) and then rises (A2 in FIG. 6) through the stored diffuser solution (S2) to induce diffusion of the diffuser solution (S2).

The opening and closing cover 740 is formed in a disk shape having a diameter corresponding to the diameter of the support column 220 and is installed above the elevating pipe 730. When the elevating pipe 730 descends, the opening cover 740 covers the upper opening of the supporting column 220 and is seated to block the diffusion of the diffuser solution S2, and when the elevating pipe 730 rises, the upper opening of the support column 220 is opened to prevent diffusion of the diffuser solution S2. induce

The airtight seal 750 is formed in a circular ring shape made of rubber and is installed along the upper end of the support pillar 220 .

In one embodiment, the opening and closing cover 740 has an air discharge hole 741 communicating from the upper end to the inner space of the elevation pipe 730 so that a part of the air that raises the elevation pipe 730 can be discharged upward. Can be formed.

Accordingly, when the lifting pipe 730 descends, the air filled inside can be discharged through the air discharge hole 741, so that a stable descent can be achieved.

Fragrance reinforcing unit 700 having a configuration as described above may further include a thin film cover (760).

The thin film cover 760 is formed of a soft thin film, and one side is fixedly installed on the upper side of the opening and closing cover 740 to cover the upper side of the air discharge hole 741, and when air is discharged through the air discharge hole 741, the air discharge hole 741 is opened and when air is not discharged, the air discharge hole 741 is covered to prevent diffusion of the diffuser solution S2.

In one embodiment, the opening and closing cover 740, as shown in FIG. 6, a seating groove 742 corresponding to the shape of the thin film cover 760 can be formed on the upper side so that the thin film cover 760 can be seated.

The solution tank 200a according to another embodiment having the configuration as described above is driven only when the user needs it to spread the diffusion of the diffuser solution S2 into the air to fill the space with fragrance, and when not driven, the diffusion of the diffuser solution S2 can be prevented to prevent unnecessary waste of the diffuser solution S2.

The above-described embodiments are for illustrative purposes, and those skilled in the art to which the above-described embodiments belong can easily be modified into other specific forms without changing the technical spirit or essential features of the above-described embodiments. It will be appreciated. Therefore, it should be understood that the above-described embodiments are illustrative in all respects and not restrictive. For example, each component described as a single type may be implemented in a distributed manner, and similarly, components described as distributed may be implemented in a combined form.

The scope to be protected through this specification is indicated by the claims to be described later rather than the detailed description above, and should be construed to include all changes or modifications derived from the meaning and scope of the claims and equivalent concepts thereof.

10: multifunctional space sterilization device
100: lower body
200: solution tank
300: upper body
400: lighting unit
500: operation panel
600: user terminal
700: fragrance reinforcing unit

Claims (10)

a lower body seated on a bottom surface and formed along a lower portion of at least one air intake unit for introducing air into an internal space;
a solution tank which holds a sterilizing solution for sterilizing the space while being emitted into the air and is seated inside the lower body;
an upper body installed to cover the upper opening of the lower body and discharging vapor of the sterilizing solution diffused from the solution tank upward;
a lighting unit installed on the upper body to emit light and emit light; and
A multifunctional space sterilization device comprising a; operation panel installed on the upper side of the upper body for control input of the device.
The method of claim 1, wherein the upper body,
a body body installed to cover the upper opening of the lower body;
It is installed between the body main body and the lower body, is formed in a round hemisphere shape upward, forms an opening for discharging air upward at the upper center, and vapor of the sterilizing solution diffused from the solution tank rises along the lower inner surface A vortex generating cover forming a vortex inducing part spirally extending along the lower inner surface to form a vortex; and
A space sterilization device comprising a; discharge fan installed above the vortex generating cover and rotationally driven by a driving request transmitted from the operation panel to form an upward airflow. Multifunctional space sterilization device.
According to claim 1,
A user terminal connected to the operation panel using wireless communication to control at least one or more functions of the device, such as on/off, air volume control, operation timer, mode, and sleep function; further comprising a multifunctional space sterilization device.
The method of claim 1, wherein the solution tank,
It is formed in the form of a container with an open upper side to store a sterilizing solution and is seated inside the lower body, and has a diameter gradually increasing toward the upper side so that the upper end can be in close contact with the inner surface of the lower body. A solution tank formed in the shape of a trumpet;
a support column extending from the lower side of the solution tank in a vertical direction along the inside of the solution tank and communicating in a vertical direction; and
A plurality of air movement holes formed along the upper side of the solution tank so that the air introduced into the lower body through the air intake can pass through the upper side of the solution tank.
The method of claim 4, wherein the solution tank,
A diffusion induction disk formed in a round disk shape to the lower side of a diameter larger than the outer diameter of the support column and installed on the upper side of the support column so that the vapor of the sterilization solution rising from the solution tank can diffuse.
The method of claim 4, wherein the solution tank,
A multifunctional space sterilization device further comprising a; fragrance reinforcing unit installed on the inside of the support pillar to diffuse fragrance.
The method of claim 6, wherein the fragrance reinforcing unit,
a diffuser fan installed at the lower side of the inner space of the support pillar and driven to rotate to form an air flow in an upward direction along the inner side of the support pillar;
It is formed in the shape of a cylinder having an outer diameter smaller than the inner diameter of the support pillar and is installed above the diffuser fan, the lower end of which is bent outward to the inner circumferential surface of the support pillar to accommodate the diffuser solution between the inner circumferential surface of the support pillar and its outer circumferential surface A solution storage pipe formed;
The upper side forming an inner diameter larger than the outer diameter of the solution storage tube and forming an outer diameter smaller than the inner diameter of the support pillar is formed in the form of a sealed cylinder to be covered and seated on the outside of the solution storage tube, and as the diffuser fan rotates, the air rises along the inside of the solution storage tube. an elevating pipe that rises while passing through and induces diffusion of the diffuser solution;
an opening and closing cover formed in a disk shape having a diameter corresponding to the diameter of the support pillar and installed above the lifting pipe, covering and seated at an upper opening of the support pillar when the lifting pipe is lowered to block diffusion of the diffuser solution, and opening an upper opening of the support pillar when the lifting pipe is raised to induce diffusion of the diffuser solution; and
A multifunctional space sterilization device comprising a; airtight sealing formed in a circular ring shape made of rubber material and installed along the upper end of the support pillar.
The method of claim 7, wherein the outer circumferential surface of the solution storage pipe,
From the lower side, 1) a first outer surface formed with an outer diameter corresponding to the inner diameter of the lifting pipe, 2) a second outer surface forming an inclined surface as the outer diameter gradually decreases from the upper end of the first outer surface toward the upper side, 3) a multifunctional space sterilization device composed of a third outer surface formed from the upper side of the second outer surface to an outer diameter smaller than the inner diameter of the lifting pipe.
The method of claim 8, wherein the solution storage tube,
A multifunctional space sterilization device in which a separation prevention groove protruding in a circular ring form from the inner circumferential surface of the elevation pipe is seated and a separation prevention groove for moving in the vertical direction is formed along the third outer surface.
The method of claim 8, wherein the opening and closing cover,
Multifunctional space sterilization device, in which an air discharge hole formed in communication from the upper end to the inner space of the elevating pipe is formed so that a part of the air that raises the elevating pipe can be discharged upward.