MUMBAI, India, April 10 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202411066596 A) filed by Amity International School, New Delhi, on Sept. 3, 2024, for 'a portable solar-powered sterilization device for rural areas with enhanced pathogen elimination.'
Inventor(s) include Aarna Wadhawan; and Ambreen Kauser.
The application for the patent was published on April 10, under issue no. 15/2026.
According to the abstract released by the Intellectual Property India: "The present invention discloses a portable solar-powered sterilization device designed for use in rural and unsanitary conditions where reliable electricity is scarce. It comprises a solar panel, three 11-watt UV-C tubes, a lithium-ion solar battery, charge controllers, a DC to AC converter, and indicator bulbs. The device's outer structure is made from biodegradable 5mm and 10mm sunboard, with an aluminum-coated interior to enhance UV-C light reflection. The solar panel charges the battery, which provides 12V DC power converted to 220V AC for the UV-C tubes. The device includes visual indicators for battery status and is equipped with wheels and a handle for easy mobility. This invention ensures effective pathogen elimination, improves hygiene and safety in remote areas, and promotes environmental sustainability by reducing reliance on conventional power sources."
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