Shoe Sanitization Device
OwnerMatthew Tucker, Stacy Childersinventors
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Abstract
A shoe sanitization device is provided. The device is designed for the efficient and safe disinfection and deodorization of shoe soles, suitable for residential, commercial, and institutional use. The device comprises a durable, antimicrobial housing resembling a bathroom scale, featuring a textured non-slip surface for stability. The device employs UV-C light technology with a wavelength range of 200 to 280 nanometers and reflective surfaces for uniform pathogen neutralization, activated automatically by pressure sensors. Additional safety measures include sensors preventing accidental UV exposure. The device is powered by a rechargeable battery and incorporates LED indicators for operational status and a deodorization module using ozone or activated carbon filters.
Claims20
A shoe sanitization device comprising:
- a housing having a top surface, the top surface comprised of a non-slip area;
- a UV-C light positioned beneath the top surface;
- a reflective surface disposed within the housing, the reflective surface configured to direct a light emitted by the UV-C light uniformly across a shoe sole placed on the top surface;
- a sensor configured to detect the presence of a user on the top surface and wherein activation of the sensor activates the UV-C light in response;
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- a power source configured to supply power to the UV-C light.
A shoe sanitization device comprising:
- a housing having a top surface, the top surface comprised of a non-slip area;
- a UV-C light positioned beneath the top surface;
- an LED indicator;
- a reflective surface disposed within the housing, the reflective surface configured to direct a light emitted by the UV-C light uniformly across a shoe sole placed on the top surface;
- a sensor configured to detect the presence of a user on the top surface and wherein activation of the sensor activates the UV-C light in response;
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- a power source configured to supply power to the UV-C light.
A method of using a shoe sanitization device, the method comprising the following steps:
- providing a shoe sanitization device comprising a housing with a top surface, a UV-C light positioned beneath the top surface, and a sensor configured to detect the presence of a user standing on the shoe sanitization device;
- placing footwear on the top surface of the housing;
- viewing an LED indicator to indicate the footwear has been sanitized;
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- removing the footwear from the top surface of the housing.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.