Applying negative ions and an electric field to countermeasure droplets/aerosol transmission without hindering communication.

ABSTRACT: In the COVID-19 pandemic, lockdown and acryl partitions were adopted as countermeasures against droplets/aerosol infections; however, these countermeasures restrict communication. In this study, a blocking device was developed using negative ions and an electric field. The device blocks mists simulating droplets/aerosol by a maximum of 89% but transmits light and sound, which is important for communication. The device demonstrated effective blocking performance for aerosol, including the COVID-19 virus spread from patients in a clinic. Our device can help prevent infections without disrupting communication.

SUBMITTER: Kanda K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10460439 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature