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Electromagnetic Device for Removing Air Nanoparticles Containing SARS-CoV-2 Virions

Description

One of the most significant problems related to the spread of the Covid-19 pandemic is the role of nanoparticles containing the virus that are released by ill people. Most nanoparticles are in the <5-micron size and can remain in the air, and can also can remain for longer times in closed spaces with poor air circulation. This technology provides a novel design of HEPA air filters with the capacity to filter 0.3-micron nanoparticles with filter plates that can deactivate the virus.

Additional information

Patent number and inventor

Patent pending

Miguel Yacaman, John Sanchez, Ricardo Guirado-Lopez, and Alejandro Sanchez Badillo.

Potential applications

Air circulation applications.

Benefits and advantages

This HEPA air filter collects the remaining viral particles before the air is injected back into the room. The filter is coated with silver nanoparticles which have been proven to kill 85% of the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Additionally, the filter is not only antiviral but also antibacterial and antifungal.

Case number and licensing status

2021-024

This invention is available for licensing.