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  • Microbiology
  • Radiation Physics

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  • Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is a proven germicide used in healthcare and domestic settings for air and surface disinfection.
  • Current UV air filtration systems often rely on forcing air close to the UV source (near-field) for rapid pathogen inactivation.
  • Existing methods may involve complex electronic controls for airflow regulation, potentially increasing costs and maintenance.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To propose and evaluate an improved, low-cost portable indoor air filtration unit utilizing UV germicidal irradiation.
  • To develop and test passive flow control elements as an alternative to electronic systems for regulating airflow in UV filters.
  • To assess the performance, cost-effectiveness, and efficiency of passive flow control in UV-based air purification.

Main Methods:

  • Design, simulation, and physical construction of two novel passive flow control devices for UV air filtration units.
  • Testing of the developed devices under varying flow rates to measure pathogen inactivation efficacy.
  • Comparative analysis of the passive devices against traditional electronic control systems regarding performance and cost.

Main Results:

  • The designed passive flow control devices achieved comparable net pathogen inactivation rates across different airflow speeds.
  • Passive devices demonstrated superior performance in terms of flow rate and reduced production costs due to the absence of electronics and fewer components.
  • The passive system projected lower maintenance costs, reduced energy consumption (higher efficiency), and a longer operational lifespan.

Conclusions:

  • Passive flow control elements offer a viable and cost-effective alternative to electronic systems in UV-based indoor air filtration.
  • The developed passive devices enhance the efficiency and economic feasibility of portable UV air purification units.
  • This innovation has the potential to improve accessibility and performance of germicidal air filtration in various settings.