Abstract:
A method for producing a gas discharge light source for emitting an electromagnetic radiation comprising a gas discharge tube filled with at least one discharge gas material and having a means for generating a gas discharge includes the following method steps: igniting the gas discharge tube filled with the discharge gas material, performing a forming operation in which the electrical operating power of the gas discharge light source is at least as high as the desired continuous operation power, the gas discharge tube is held at a temperature which is at least as high as the subsequent operating temperature, the intensity of the emitted electromagnetic radiation in the region of the desired wavelengths is monitored and the partial pressure of the vaporized discharge gas material is varied until the intensity of the selected electromagnetic radiation has reached a maximum value, whereupon a reservoir with excess discharge gas material is separated from the gas discharge tube in such a manner that the gas discharge tube under operating conditions does not contain any condensed discharge gas material. A gas discharge tube having a discharge material forming a discharge gas under operating conditions is distinguished in that the discharge gas material is incorporated in the inner wall of the gas discharge tube and there is no longer any condensed discharge gas material in the gas discharge tube.
Abstract:
A water purification system to provide uncontaminated, odorless water from a contaminated source implementing an ultraviolet chamber and sensor to ensure effective bacterial kill. A sensor shuts off water to user if ultraviolet light intensity falls below a safe minimum. A decalcification unit is provided to assure proper operation of the UV sensor.
Abstract:
A fluid purification system includes an elongated ultraviolet radiation emitting tube and independent fluid flow-controlling conduits. Each conduit is transparent to allow ultraviolet light emitted by the tube to enter the conduit, and defines a continuous, aand is helically wound closely about the tube to insure that fluid flow through the conduits is exposed to the ultraviolet light. The system includes a filter having inlet and outlet ports. An end of each conduit is connected to one of the inlet and outlet ports of the filter. The system thus exposes the fluid to ultraviolet radiation both before and after the fluid is filtered.
Abstract:
A water purifier unit mounted on the outlet end of a faucet includes a housing defining an inlet port, a labyrinth flow passage, and an output port. The flow passage communicates between the inlet and outlet ports, with the housing carrying a wall formed of ultraviolet-transmissive material adjacent to the labyrinth flow passage. An ultraviolet radiation source is positioned to irradiate the labyrinth flow passage through the wall. In the illustrative embodiment, means are provided for mounting the unit with the inlet port directly connected to the outlet of the faucet.
Abstract:
An ultraviolet sterilization and disinfection system for fluids which includes apparatus for sensing selected operating characteristics such as physical characteristics of the fluid to be disinfected or sterilized and the operating conditions of the ultraviolet sources proportioning these variable and generally non-linear parameters and modifying such factors as fluid flow, ultraviolet energy imparted to the fluid to insure destruction of selected organisms without the use of excessive energy. Control may also be provided for the admission of selected quantities of disinfecting chemicals such as chlorine to the fluid.
Abstract:
A water purification system utilizes an ultraviolet generator encased in a quartz cylinder to irradiate water flowing through a passageway defined by the surface of the quartz cylinder and an outer casing. An ultraviolet sensor and control circuit shuts off the water when the ultraviolet radiation level drops below a predetermined level. A flow-sensing switch controls an ultraviolet dimming circuit which reduces the generator output when water is not flowing. Water flow is controlled by reduced annular spaces at the inlet and outlet of the passageway and the quartz cylinder and the ultraviolet sensor are kept free of sedimentation by wiper blades.
Abstract:
FIG. 1 is a front, perspective view of a portable water treatment device showing our new design; FIG. 2 is a right side elevation thereof; FIG. 3 is a left side elevation thereof; FIG. 4 is a front elevation view thereof; FIG. 5 is a rear elevation view thereof; FIG. 6 is a top, plan view thereof; and, FIG. 7 is a rear, perspective view thereof. The dash-dash broken lines illustrate portions of the portable water treatment device that form no part of the claimed design. The dash-dot-dash broken lines illustrate boundaries and form no part of the claimed design. The portable water treatment device is also shown with a symbolic break along its length in FIGS. 1 and 4-7. The appearance of any portion of the portable water treatment device between the symbolic break lines forms no part of the claimed design.
Abstract:
Water disinfecting modules, water supply systems, methods of assembling a water supply system as well as method of disinfecting water are provided. The water disinfecting module includes a frame, hot and cold water flow switches and hot and cold UV treatment modules is provided. The frame supports a hot and cold water inlets and hot and cold water outlets. Hot and cold water flow switches are fluidly interposed between the respective inlets and outlets for sensing water flow. Hot and cold water UV treatment modules are fluidly interposed between corresponding inlets and outlets and are coupled to flow switches for activation upon sensing of water flow. All of the components are supported by the frame to form a complete unit. The systems and methods incorporate the use of such a water disinfecting module.
Abstract:
A wastewater reuse system including a wastewater tank configured to treat wastewater from a contaminant side of a water treatment device, such as a reverse osmosis (RO) filtration system, such that the treated water can then be delivered to a fluid delivery device (e.g., a faucet, a side sprayer, etc.) for reuse.