Public peer-reviewed literature is widely available. We supply the Links for some of these and will be adding to this list periodically in our website.

Please check https://aeraze.com/uv-publications/

Aeraze is a simple to use hand-controlled device that helps prevent outbreaks of SARS-CoV-2 and other pathogens by sanitizing high-touch surfaces and high-traffic indoor locations. Aeraze delivers Far UV 222nm irradiation from a handheld Kr:Cl excimer source to inactivate microorganisms.  With its high power, Aeraze can sanitize large areas rapidly, while giving real-time feedback to the operator of the irradiated areas, indicating which areas have been successfully treated or where additional treatment is required.

Aeraze simply delivers Far UV light and controls it real time. The academic papers determined as a result of trials that a few mJ/cm2  (referenced published values range from 1.7 to 3) are sufficient to fully (99.9%) inactivate SARS-CoV-2.

Aeraze's handpiece delivers the radiation from a 50cm2 aperture, and computational modelling through actual measurements ensures the energy value reached at a given distance. This way Aeraze's feedback instructs the operator on distance and speed of movement to obtain the desired inactivation threshold.

In order to increase and ensure its efficacy, Aeraze settings have been calculated with reference to the highest published values increased by 30%.

Wipes and Chemical Solutions: Wiping down surfaces regularly can be a useful part of a multi-layered disinfection strategy but have not proven to be effective at eliminating the spread of pathogens like SARS-CoV-2 alone. The traditional sanitation practice of wiping down surfaces, spraying or fogging generates physical waste, introduces potentially troublesome chemicals to an environment. Attempting to clean while spaces are occupied or in a high-traffic environment is also disruptive and often impossible and time consuming. Aeraze provides a fast and safe sanitization without the use and exposure to bleach, chemicals, hydrogen peroxide or ozone.

Ventilation and HEPA filters: A popular and effective alternative to reduce the risk of indoor airborne exposure has been to utilize HVAC systems to bring in fresh air to dilute the potential viral load. A significant challenge with this strategy is that if the ambient temperatures outside are around comfortable room temperature, the HVAC systems have largely been programmed not to run, which would result in no fresh air. A HEPA (High-Efficiency Particulate Air) filter can be an important part of common air purifier systems and is recognized by NIOSH as an evidence-based disinfection solution. The potential challenge in relying on HEPA filters alone is that ASHRAE estimates only 40-60% of the air within a space is recirculated through the ductwork if the HEPA filter is mounted in the HVAC ductwork and even less may be filtered in smaller portable units. They also do nothing for surface contamination and could potentially spread the viral load beyond the area a contamination event would have naturally settled.

Fixed Germicidal UV-C Disinfection lamps: Germicidal UV has proven to be even more effective at reducing the viral load in occupied rooms than HVAC ductwork-based systems, particularly when utilized in a room with ceiling fans to provide better air mixing. Germicidal UV-C (254nm) systems are designed not to expose people to their harmful radiation, but as fixed installations their irradiation is not reaching all air volumes and surfaces in a room and is effective only when providing a long exposure time (usually hours). However, when a carrier contaminates a space either with a sneeze, cough, talking, breathing, or singing, gravity immediately begins to pull most of the pathogens towards the ground or other surfaces (such as desks, chairs, etc) and the process of irradiation should start again. While air handling may be used to try to fight gravity, it may not address a meaningful amount of the contaminated air and surfaces and may even keep some pathogens airborne longer which could be counterproductive. They also do not provide any surface treatment. Aeraze rapidly disinfects air and surfaces and allows these settings to be safely sanitized in a few minutes.

Aeraze's irradiated light sanitizes the air it travels through and the surfaces it hits. It is effective and inactivates pathogens but does not remove dirt from surfaces. Aeraze is designed to rapidly sanitize high-traffic areas or critical environments from pathogens exposure when and where other practises are not viable, but a multi-layered sanitation approach is always highly recommended.

A variety of limited testing on all kinds of surfaces from plastics to steel, wood, paper, has been performed. There is no evidence of significant material degradation other than potential discoloration for some plastics. The Dynamic Dosage Control limits the irradiation to the actual inactivation thresholds and prevents overexposure and potential ageing of materials. As 222nm cannot penetrate cells, the physical characteristics prevent it from penetrating most materials and induce damages.

Aeraze is intended for professional operators use. Operator's skin and eyes must be properly protected by PPE (gloves and shields) according to safety regulations. Aeraze is not meant as a device for treatment its radiation at its power level is dangerous if directed on eyes or skin. Although 222nm wavelength is considered less harmful to skin than conventional UVC we recommend following safety recommendations based on ICNIRP guidelines.

Aeraze features a grip control that immediately turns the emission off if the operator does not hold the handpiece, to avoid any potential mishandling and through the App an Exposure Limit can be set. This feature enables a transparent countdown that prevents overexposure to UV of the operator by turning the device off once the UV limit is reached.

Because we're in 2021! And Aeraze's App is easily installed in any Android smartphone to control the device. (Apologies to iOS users – we'll be porting this App to iPhones later on). The App commands all settings of the device and is the bridge to the cloud for all the parameters monitoring, a peace of mind for any operator. Beside localization and predictive maintenance, the App allows also seamless Over the Air firmware upgrades to any Aeraze device. This connection will be further expanded by offering other features as for example tuition and direct service for operators or a better and more detailed analysis of its usage through the integration with the backend.

To make sure that the Dynamic Dosage Control consistently monitors the procedures by providing the correct feedback to the operator, its sensors readings need to be checked. The operator will be aware on the control App if there's malfunctioning sensor, but a calibration procedure instead is preferably performed every month. The App features this routine, and it takes a few seconds to run it. This is also reported to the remote maintenance system of each Aeraze device.

The main components of Aeraze have been custom designed and some of Aeraze's features are patent pending.