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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jan. 09, 2007
Filed:
Mar. 25, 2004
A. Michael Baca, Albuquerque, NM (US);
Luis M. Ortiz, Albuquerque, NM (US);
Thomas A. Crow, Albuquerque, NM (US);
Donald W. Wichers, Albuquerque, NM (US);
A. Michael Baca, Albuquerque, NM (US);
Luis M. Ortiz, Albuquerque, NM (US);
Thomas A. Crow, Albuquerque, NM (US);
Donald W. Wichers, Albuquerque, NM (US);
SalTech Corporation, , NM (US);
Abstract
A fluid-borne (e.g., water, air) biological and chemical hazard detection and treatment system can include sensors (e.g., flow rate, contaminant detectors), treatment using ultraviolet laser-emitted light, can be microprocessor controlled and can communicate and be controlled over data networks. Treatment and detection systems can be deployed at various stages along a fluid distribution system, allowing for protection coverage and redundancy. During treatment, fluid enters into and/or passes through a 'treatment area' wherein the fluid is subjected to light emanating from a laser at wavelengths within the ultraviolet range. DNA for microorganisms contained within fluid (including blood) are reactive to laser light as they pass through treatment areas and are rendered un-infective. Treatment systems can be staged in close proximity, providing more than one treatment area and associated light sources to a fluid stream. Such staging can provide for concentrated redundancy prior to its delivery to the intended point of use.