Abstract: A purpose of this invention is to provide an apparatus which can carry out a deodorization/odor-removal/disinfection work even on a large-scaled matter such as a room etc. effectively and efficiently. A deodorization/odor-removal/disinfection apparatus of this invention is equipped with an ozone generator (1), an ozone blow-off mechanism which blows generated ozone from a blow-off port (12), a device (2) which atomizes aqueous hydrogen peroxide, and an aqueous hydrogen peroxide blow-off mechanism which blows the atomized aqueous hydrogen peroxide from a blow-off port (32). This apparatus generates ozone and at the same time produces aqueous hydrogen peroxide under atomized state, makes the both contact each other and then makes them contact with an object.

Abstract: A clothing deodorizer for deer hunters. The deodorizer includes a bag in which is placed the clothing to be deodorized of human odor. Within the bag a perforated container holds a granular material which can adsorb the human odor from the clothing. An object which can pulverize the granular material is placed in the container, so that as the bag is tumbled e.g. in a clothes dryer the object grinds the granular material into a powder which comes out through the perforations, contacts the clothing, and adsorbs the human odor exuded by the clothing.

Abstract: Smoky gas in conduit or closed space is disinfected by a box body, a blower which is arranged within said box body, an input openings and two output opening which can be switched alternately, a feedback pipe connected to the input opening, a vaporization device and a water collection tank connected to above two output opening, respectively, wherein the vaporization device is extended outside the box body with a circulation pipe and the water collection tank extended outside the box body with a gas outlet pipe; during its operation, feedback pipe and circulation pipe are connected to distal end of conduit or closed space, the disinfecting gas generated by vaporization device is sent to conduit or closed space with the help of blower; after finishing disinfecting work, the gas in feedback pipe is filtered by water collection tank and the purified gas is discharged to atmosphere.

Abstract: A fragrance dispenser including a fragrance container for housing a predetermined amount of liquid fragrance. A dispensing mechanism is included for dispensing the fragrance upon the receipt of power. Also provided is a manual actuation switch for allowing the single and immediate transfer of power to the dispensing mechanism upon the depression thereof. Finally, the manual actuation switch is connected to an ignition of the vehicle for being capable of transferring power only when the vehicle is activated.

Abstract: An air freshening device is made from a solution of a polymer and a fragrant material, which is applied to an air permeable substrate. A solid fragrant residue is formed on the substrate. A fragrant material diffuses from the residue for scenting flowing through and about the substrate. Means are provided for attaching the substrate to an air filter received in a forced air heating, ventilating, and cooling system.

Abstract: A new Automobile Air Freshener Dispensing System for radiating a pleasant scent into a vehicle and activating decorative lights whenever a driver presses upon a brake pedal, thereby reducing the concentration of the scent within the vehicle and extending the life of the scenting material. The inventive device includes an encasement having an interior cavity, a plurality of lights secured around an exterior perimeter of the encasement and electrically coupled to a brake light control switch, a fan positioned within the interior cavity and electrically coupled in parallel to the lights, and a replaceable aroma filter positioned juxtaposed to the fan by a vent cover.

Abstract: A device for use to increase muscular strength including an elastic ring providing flexible resistance to force applied to the ring by a user, the ring having first laterally opposite sides and elevated arms rising and falling along a curved path from the sides forming a saddle-like contour, a first pair of laterally opposed grips covering the sides, and a second pair of laterally opposed grips covering the arms, the ring being formed of an elastic rod, a spiral spring, or multiple interconnected spiral springs.

Abstract: A perfume dispenser includes a housing, a fan and a perfume respectively mounted in the housing at different elevations and separated by a partition wall, the housing having clamping plates for mounting in louvers of an air output port of an air conditioner, a first air inlet adapted for guiding currents of air from the air conditioner into the fan chamber to turn the fan, a second air inlet adapted for guiding outside air into the perfume chamber, and a plurality of air outlets adapted for guiding air out of the fan chamber, the partition wall defining an air passage through which air passes from the perfume chamber to the fan chamber.

Abstract: A modular ozone distributing system for producing and distributing ozone to an air duct network of a building. The ozone distributing system includes an ozone generating unit for producing ozone from oxygen containing air and one or more ozone distributing units mounted to and in fluid communication with the air duct network connected to an HVAC system. Ozone produced by the ozone generating unit is delivered to each ozone distributing unit through a conduit. Each ozone distributing unit includes a high-speed blower which receives conditioned air from the air duct network and mixes it with the ozone delivered from the ozone generating unit for distribution into the air duct system. Control of ozone production by the ozone generating unit and distribution by the ozone distributing unit is provided by operation of the HVAC system.

Abstract: An air freshening device used in conjunction with an air circulation system of a building for impregnating the air with an aromatic scent. The device comprises a combination integrally-mixed plastic and scent substance formed through a manufacturing process that produces a shape for the scent impregnating device which permits it to be removeably attached to an air filter.

Abstract: A ceiling fan for cleaning air in a room wherein each blade of the ceiling fan has a cavity open to the top and bottom surfaces of each fan blade and a filter unit in each of the cavities but within the confines of the fan blade such that, when the ceiling fan is operated, the airflow created by the ceiling fan will be forced through the filter unit from the bottom surface through to the top surface, wherein the filter units can collect airborne particles.

Abstract: A ceiling-fan-blade-mounted air freshener apparatus includes a housing assembly which includes a lower housing portion and an upper housing portion projecting upward from the lower housing portion. The upper housing portion includes a plurality of vent apertures. An air freshener/matrix assembly is housed within the housing assembly. A housing-to-blade connector connects the housing assembly to a ceiling fan blade. In one embodiment, the housing-to-blade connector is comprised of a layer of pressure-sensitive adhesive bonded to a bottom side of the lower housing portion. The housing-to-blade connector further includes a peel strip removably adhered to a bottom surface of the layer of pressure-sensitive adhesive. The housing assembly includes a pointed end, and the air freshener/matrix assembly includes a complementary pointed end. The pointed end of the air freshener/matrix assembly is wedged into the pointed end of the housing assembly under an influence of centrifugal force.

Abstract: A deodorizing object is made up of two parts, first, a flat case containing an absorbent material impregnated with a perfumed substance and pierced by holes permitting the diffusion of perfume, and second, a block projecting from the rear face of the case. The block is formed of easily compressible material for the purpose of being inserted between the slats of a ventilator.

Abstract: In a process for increasing the sensual perception of visual and/or acoustic stimulations, especially in cinemas, theatres, concert and lecture halls and in slide shows, videos, television transmissions, audio games and the like, the viewers or listeners are offered suitable odors synchronously with the provision of certain visual and/or acoustic stimulation. The odors passed to the viewers or listeners by a stream of vehicle gas are heated before the discharge of the vehicle gas in the air surrounding the viewers or listeners to an odor-specific temperature which ensures that the odoros or aromatic substances are appreciated.

Abstract: Scrubber sterilization method which initially sterilize a gas scrubber with an initial cleaning with hydrogen peroxide, provide an iodine level of approximately 5 to 10 mg/liter in water which is sprayed into the scrubber to contact the effluent gas stream and kill biological growth, provide injection of more concentrated iodine in water in the event the iodine level in the system falls below a predetermined level, and load the filtrate material in the gas scrubber with iodine to provide an unfavorable surface for adherence of biological growth as well as a secondary sterilization means in the event that the liquid stream with iodine is stopped due to equipment or power failure.

Abstract: An automatically operating air filter and air freshener device which can be mounted on a wall or is self supporting, and in which the motor fan unit is located in front of the filters and part of the air flow is directed to pass through a scent element, while the remainder of the air flow passes through an exit opening in the rear of the device spaced from the wall.

Abstract: According to the present invention, provided is a deodorization, sterilization and drying apparatus for bedding and clothing, which comprises: a warm air generator wherein an alkaline chlorine dioxide gas generator, within which is an alkaline ceramic body that is impregnated with an alkaline chlorine dioxide solution, is located along a flow path of the warm air that is generated in the warm air generator; an air mattress, a case and a bag for deodorizing, sterilizing and drying bedding and clothing by using the warm air from the warm air generator; and a hose for connecting the air mattress, etc., to the warm air generator, whereby the warm air from the warm air generator is brought into contact with the ceramic body so as to supply warm air that contains alkaline chlorine dioxide gas to the air mattress, etc. In addition to the above described arrangement, provided is a deodorization, sterilization and drying apparatus for bedding, etc.

Abstract: An air conditioning vent cover assembly to be disposed over an outlet vent of an air conditioner duct, and including a frame structured for secure, fitted engagement over the outlet vent. The frame itself includes an exterior face having a plurality of openings formed therein so as to permit air flow therethrough from the vent and provide an attractive exterior appearance. Furthermore, rotatably connected to the frame is at least one propeller assembly having a central hub and at least one blade extending from a perimeter of the central hub. The propeller assembly is structured to freely rotate as a result of air flow from the air conditioning duct flowing thereover, such that the air flow is dispersed and more evenly distributed into the room as it passes from the propeller assembly through the exterior face of the frame.

Abstract: An automatic air cleaner has a case and a base; wherein the case has a central cavity provided with a number of receiving grooves defined by ribs disposed at both inner lateral walls of the central cavity for a dust collecting plate and a filter plate to be inserted therein. Dirty air pumped into the case body is cleaned in sequence, moving from the dust collecting plate having rectangular dust collecting members cooperating with electric discharge rods, the filter plate made up of non-woven fabric and provided with an odoriferous agent, and then an ozone tube whose generation of ozone contributes to the termination of bacteria existing in the air. Finally anion pins are adapted to electrify the dust left over in the air so that when the fresh air blown out of the through slots of the case by fans driven by motors, the dust will drop onto the ground. In addition, the dust collecting plate, filter plate, and ozone tube can be easily replaced or withdrawn for cleaning in maintenance.

Abstract: An air freshening device is made from a solution of a polymer and a fragrant material, which is applied to an air permeable substrate. A solid fragrant residue is formed on the substrate. A fragrant material diffuses from the residue for scenting flowing through and about the substrate. An attachment is provided for attaching the substrate to an air filter received in a forced air heating, ventilating, and cooling system.

Abstract: Described is an air freshener unit comprising a container, a disc-shaped cartridge of air freshening material rotatably mounted about a horizontal axis within the container, and a discharge outlet in the wall of the container to allow the air freshening vapor to be dispensed. The container has baffle means adapted to allow a faster rate of evaporation of the air freshening material in one part of the cartridge relative to the remainder of the cartridge. The quicker rate of evaporation of the offset part causes the center of gravity to self-rotate within the container. The disc-shaped cartridge comprises a holder having a hub portion for rotatably mounting the cartridge in the container and holding means for supporting air freshening material in block form uniformly around the hub portion. The hub portion has oppositely directed stub shafts for location in apertures in opposed walls of the container, the apertures allowing the cartridge to rotate.

Abstract: A ceiling fan air freshener diffusion device comprising a scent receptive chamber, a removable drawer for holding a volatile scented medium and a heater for volatilizing the scent medium. The chamber comprises a housing defining a cap for mounting to the hub of a ceiling fan and a continuous sidewall extending downward from the cap. The sidewall defines scent diffusion orifices and a drawer receptive opening. A floor is secured to the housing, abutting the sidewall to seal the housing. An adjustment baffle captivated between the floor and the cap also defines scent diffusion control orifices for regulating diffusion of scent in conjunction with the scent diffusion orifices defined in the sidewall. A tab extending from the baffle through an adjustment slot in the side wall is used to control the aperture defined by the sidewall and baffle orifices together. The preferred embodiment uses a switched resistance heating element located within a base below the floor of the chamber to volatilize the scent medium.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for use in a room for circulating the air, for substantially balancing the temperature of the air distributed in the room, and for treating the air. The apparatus comprises a body having an interior cavity. The cavity is provided with an air-circulating fan assembly and air treating component. The air treating component may be hollow and may include filtering, deodorizing, and scenting material. Strategic placement of the apparatus within a room allows for substantially balanced room temperatures.

Abstract: Contaminated air, e.g., air contaminated by exhaust gases from automobiles and factories, is purified by passing the contaminated air through a soil layer populated with microorganisms. The contaminated air is humidified before the contaminated air is passed through the soil layer or while the contaminated air is being passed through the soil layer. The soil layer may be warmed, or ozone may be supplied to the contaminated air to oxidize nitrogen monoxide in the contaminated air into nitrogen dioxide before the contaminated air is passed through the soil layer.

Abstract: Apparatus and methods for use with electronic activation means such as work or entertainment systems introduce precisely controlled amounts of aromatic chemicals, using metered spray technology, into the immediate vicinity of the operator. Control is provided by microprocessor circuitry so that aromas may be used at appropriate times and intensities by computer or entertainment sources. Multiple removable spray containers may generate numerous aromatic enhancements to a wide variety of applications.

Abstract: An air purifying and moistening device comprises a suction section having an air entrance opening, filter means at said opening and a motor-driven fan, an air purifying section including at least an ultraviolet radiation sterilization lamp, and a water ducting section within which the sterilized air is brought into contact with the water surface before it is discharged into the room. The water supply is a water trough or water tray with a large surface area of substantially stagnant water volume, which trough or tray is covered with a removable cover plate at a distance above the water surface. A casing forms a substantially closed air passage channel part of which is formed within said housing and another part of which is formed by the water surface, the lateral walls of the trough and the cover plate above said water surface.

Abstract: An ozone generator is disclosed in which ozone production is controlled through corona voltage and airflow. The ozone from the generator converts perchloroethylene vapor in dry cleaning effluents into environmentally acceptable compounds. Ozone generation is controlled in response to the perchloroethylene vapor concentration in the mixture that is discharged from a mixing chamber in the apparatus. Other features include an inflatable retention chamber for allowing the ozone and perchloroethylene reaction to go to completion and improved means for cleaning the glass plates in the ozone generator by sliding the plates out of the generator structure.

Abstract: A fragrance enhancer apparatus including a hollow container with a plurality of vent holes formed thereon and with the container having a size for holding a replaceable wick fragrance material therein; an electrically energizable fan disposed within the container for forcing air therefrom through the vent holes; an electrically energizable and user adjustable timer mechanism coupled to the container for allowing the fan to be electrically energized for a period of time; a power supply mechanism for supplying electrical energy for use; and a power switch mechanism coupled between the timer mechanism and power supply mechanism for selectively energizing and de-energizing the timer mechanism.

Abstract: An apparatus for delivering one or more aromas at selected times includes a housing with a receptacle and an aroma delivery device detachably received in the receptacle. The aroma delivery device includes a carrier having a plurality of aroma-bearing elements that are selectively communicated with an air passageway for providing one or more aromas as desired. The device is especially useful for providing a realistic sensory experience in an interactive or non-interactive use, and may be used in such diverse settings as the entertainment industry, the educational training field or a medical arena.

Abstract: A fan blade cover slip is removably secured to each blade of a ceiling fan with fabric extending over the lower face of each blade to substantially cover the lower face of each blade. Each cover slip includes an elongated fabric sheet having longitudinal edges folded over the upper face of a blade to form longitudinal flaps, and with an outward end folded over the upper surface of the fan blade to form an outward end flap. A cord is journaled through a sleeve formed along the longitudinal edges and the outward end of the fabric sheet, with ends projecting out inward ends of the longitudinal sleeves. The projecting ends of the cord are pulled tight and then fastened together to secure the cover slip to the fan blade. An opening is formed generally midway along each longitudinal sleeve, with the cord crossing over from an inward sleeve on one side to the outward sleeve on the opposing longitudinal edge at the openings, to further secure the cover slip on the fan blade.

Abstract: A dispensing device for dispensing a volatile active ingredient from an air-transmitting substrate that forms a part of a refill assembly. The dispensing device includes a housing with an intake vent and an exit vent and an air flow path extending between them. Refill assembly support means are provided for removably supporting the refill assembly with its substrate located in the air flow path. Battery-powered fan means are provided for propelling air from the intake vent through the substrate and out the exit vent. A battery holder holds a fan battery in such a manner that a refill assembly not fully inserted within the refill assembly support means blocks the placement of a battery in the battery holder, while a battery correctly held in the battery holder blocks the removal from the air flow path of a refill assembly supported by the refill assembly support means.

Abstract: An air freshening device is made from a solution of a polymer and a fragrant material, which is applied to an air permeable substrate. A solid fragrant residue is formed on the substrate. A fragrant material diffuses from the residue for scenting flowing through and about the substrate. The air freshening device includes attaching the substrate to an air filter received in a forced air heating, ventilating, and cooling system.

Abstract: In the system for analyzing aqueous samples, the aqueous sample is deposited upon a sheet of filter paper which is held in a filter holder by clamping the peripheral edges of the filter paper between male and female threaded members of the filter holder. The filter paper with the sample is dried by a heated air stream directed perpendicularly toward the paper so that it flows around and through the paper. After the sample has been dried, it is analyzed by near infrared spectral analysis to measure the constituents of the dried sample.

Abstract: An air-treating article for dispensing a volatilizable material, such as air freshener fragrance, into the atmosphere of an enclosed area, such as an automobile interior. The device includes a housing and a reservoir of the volatilizable material therein, and also includes a dual-configured, articulating attachment clip which enables attachment of the device at a high-air-flow station, such as the forced air vent grille of the automobile, or at a low-air-flow station, such as the sun visor of the vehicle. The device enables use of the consistent delivery rates of a low-density polyethylene membranes while at the same producing a higher delivery rate than normally achieved with such membranes.

Abstract: An apparatus for disinfecting an enclosed space for the preservation and sterilization of harvested foods, and for reducing toxic gas levels associated with confining animals in an enclosed space using ozone and an ozone distribution device.

Abstract: A deodorizing and sterilizing dryer can readily provide deodorization, sterilization, and mold prevention for various goods, such as shoes, by supplying a deodorizing and sterilizing air stream. The deodorizing and sterilizing dryer includes, at one end, an outlet and, internally, a heater and a fan. Air that is heated by the heater is forced along an air stream path, which lies between the heater and the outlet, and contacts a columnar ceramic body that is impregnated with an acid solution and a columnar ceramic body that is impregnated with an alkaline chlorine dioxide solution. Both ceramic bodies have a plurality of lengthwise through holes, so as to supply deodorizing and sterilizing air that contains chlorine dioxide gas.

Abstract: An air freshener is provided. The air freshener includes a base, a battery power supply and a fan motor mounted on the base and is covered by a motor cover. The fan motor has a fan blade extending above the motor cover. A shell covers the motor cover and the fan blade. The shell has a perforated open chamber in an upper portion thereof to hold spices. A transparent shade with air vents covers the open chamber. A power switch is provided and mounted on the shell. The power switch is connected in series between the battery power supply and the fan motor for controlling the operation of the fan motor, the fan motor producing currents of air for carrying the smell of the spices out of the transparent shade into the air through the air vents of the transparent shade.

Abstract: A diffuser for vaporizing and dispensing a fluid germicide to disinfect a room and associated equipment. The inventive device includes a vapor generating assembly for mechanically atomizing a fluid germicide. A blower assembly dilutes and heats the vapor and forces the same through a rectangular diffuser to coat the associated room and equipment with a fine mist of the germicide.

Abstract: The dynamic diffuser for a naturally diffusing liquid substance such as a perfume comprises a receptacle for said substance and having a vertical flank which is closed by a membrane that is impermeable to liquid but permeable to gas. All or part of the membrane is caused to come into contact with said substance, at least intermittently, by revolving the receptacle about a horizontal axis. Air-flow generating means, e.g. impeller blades, serve to cause air to flow over the outside of the membrane.

Abstract: An air-treating article for dispensing a volatilizable material, such as air freshener fragrance, into the atmosphere of an enclosed area, such as an automobile interior. The device includes a housing and a reservoir of the volatilizable material therein, and also includes a dual-configured, articulating attachment clip which enables attachment of the device at a high-air-flow station, such as the forced air vent grille of the automobile, or at a low-air-flow station, such as the sun visor of the vehicle. The device enables use of the consistent delivery rates of a low-density polyethylene membranes while at the same producing a higher delivery rate than normally achieved with such membranes.

Abstract: In a process, installation and device for enriching ventilation or air-conditioning air with aromatic substances, the enrichment is homogenized in that a mixture of preferably water and aromatic substance is produced and stocked in a container (11) having a free evaporation surface for the mixture. The intake air current of the ventilation or air-conditioning air or part thereof is taken over the free evaporation area and then fed into the air-conditioning system.

Abstract: A deodorant equipment for an air conditioner includes a heater. A fin covers at least a part of an effective heating area of a surface of the heater. The fin has a radiator portion extending along a longitudinal direction of the heater. A vitreous coating film covers at least a part of an outer surface of the fin. A catalyst layer includes an absorption member and a catalyst. The absorption member absorbs odor components of air. The absorption member releases the odor components when being heated. The catalyst oxidizes and decomposes odor components when being heated.

Abstract: A microbe propagation preventing apparatus and a microbe propagation preventing method are provided to prevent an ion from decreasing at a time of decomposing ozone generated by gaseous discharge or ionization so as to sufficiently generate air ion, and to sufficiently prevent propagation of microbes adhering to an object by using the air ion without secondary pollution. Further, in the apparatus and the method, a gas containing the ion is supplied into water so as to prevent the microbe propagation in the water. In the apparatus, an ozone decomposing chamber is mounted to be electrically insulated from an air duct. An electrode to remove a positive ion is mounted to obtain only a negative ion, and extend a lifetime of the obtained ion. An ion supplying portion is mounted to supply an ionized gas into a space housing the object in which microbes can be propagated, and return the ionized gas to an ionization chamber.

Abstract: A separator plate for a chemical oxygen generator candle includes an elongate rigid thermal insulating section; and at least a first conduit section on one side of the rigid section having a multiplicity of gas flow paths for conducting released oxygen from a burning candle longitudinally along the plate for increasing the burning action of the burning portion of the candle and pre-heating the unburned portion of the candle, and for retaining gas to act as a thermal insulator when the candle is not burning. A plurality of such plates are combined to form a separator assembly for surrounding a candle and a number of such separator assemblies are combined to form a multi-candle oxygen generator.

Abstract: A room humidifier and air purifier withdraws air from ambient room atmosphere into a region having a living plant with its roots in a growing media of highly adsorbent activated carbon and zeolite; passing air preferably downward through such media and back into the air over hot light bulbs which destroy undesirable airborne mold spores. The light bulbs are also used to supply sufficient light for plant growth and aesthetics through indirect lighting on the plant leaves.

Abstract: An air freshening device employing a forced air means to diffuse air freshening material housed in the device throughout an enclosed area thereby allowing continuous freshening of the air in said enclosed area. The device is adapted to cover a heating or air conditioning vent, and may comprise either a box-like housing with adjustable front openings (FIG. 1), or a cylindrical housing (FIGS. 2 or 3) having a rotatable container therein holding an air freshening material, with cooperating adjustable slots.

Abstract: A cartridge including a cylindrical annulus of a porous material adapted to be impregnated with vaporizable deodorizing, disinfecting or humidifying material, having a plurality of openings encircling its central opening, a container having at one end a base having a plurality of openings therein open at the opposite end with this opening bounded by a seat for the annulus, and a battery extending between the base and the open end encircled and partially supported by the boundary of the central opening in the annulus. The cartridge does not have a battery where used for apparatus which already has a power supply.

Abstract: A perfume generating device for preventing a reduction in the level of a consciousness by a supply of relaxing-type aromatic agent, and for preventing a reduction in concentration. Different containers for relaxing-type and refreshing-type aromatic agents and valves for selecting one of the agents are provided on a perfume supply conduit. Upon the selection of the relaxing-type aromatic agent, a repetition of cycles are executed such that, after each three cycles of a relaxing-type aromatic agent, a single supply of refreshing-type aromatic agent or stoppage of the supply of the relaxing-type aromatic agent is performed.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for providing a scent to a compartment comprising a reusable holder having a connecting means and a scented card insertable into the holder. The connecting means can be a clip which is connectable to a louver of an air duct outlet register of a forced air system or to a fan guard of a utility fan. The apparatus can also be modified to attach to an interior surface of a refrigerator and may even be adaptable for use as costume jewelry. The scented card is produced by a process wherein a heat extrudable thermoplastic material is mixed with a chemical blowing agent and at least one fragrance and optionally a coloring agent, the mixture of material and fragrance is heated and extruded to produce a flat fragrant sheet of material which after being trimmed, forms a relatively rigid but flexible card insertable into the holder and removable therefrom.

Abstract: A generator for producing a flow of excited oxygen in the singlet delta electronic state comprising a vacuum chamber, an inlet feed system, an internal reaction zone, a method for cooling said reaction zone, an outlet system for separating the gas from the liquid, and a means for interfacing this device to a lasing device for directing the flowing singlet delta gas into a laser cavity.