R-Zero BEAM
UV-C Air Disinfection System.
R-Zero was founded in the early days of the global COVID-19 pandemic, bringing autonomous disinfection to hospitals, schools, and workplaces. Beam uses UV-C light to continuously eliminate harmful microorganisms from the air in occupied rooms.
Beam is the first system to use LEDs rather than traditional mercury bulbs, resulting in greater efficiency and effectiveness. Natural convective currents in the room draw air through the disinfection zone, allowing it to disinfect 99% of airborne pathogens every 5 minutes - without the high costs and energy consumption of HVAC systems.
Made from lightweight yet sturdy aluminum, Beam is easy to handle and install. Its components are powder coated for durability and easy cleaning, and sensors prevent direct exposure to UV-C for room occupants.
Role
Industrial Design
Industrial Design
Phases
Research, Concept Development
Credits
Fred Bould // Design Direction
Anson Cheung // Design Direction
Francis Lin // Industrial Design
Research, Concept Development
Credits
Fred Bould // Design Direction
Anson Cheung // Design Direction
Francis Lin // Industrial Design
Fresnel lenses focus the 275nm light from the LEDs (four light bars, housing twelve LEDs each) to create a targeted disinfection zone across the top of a room.
During operation, the deflector shields UV light from occupants below while sensors trigger a pause in disinfection if a person is at risk of crossing into the UV light's path.
R-Zero Vive
Far-UV Air and Surface Disinfection System.
Part of R-Zero's air and surface disinfection system, Vive uses a human-safe wavelength of UV-C light to safely disinfect spaces, even while people are present. The three-bulb design evenly distributes all around the device, deactivating microorganisms in the air and on surfaces in seconds
It was my role as the Lead Industrial Designer to bring R-Zero's soft and reassuring design language to the triangular bulb configuration while balancing constraints around mounting, maintenance, and component layout.
Role
Lead Industrial Design
Lead Industrial Design
Phases
Research, Concept Development , Design Development, Manufacturing Support
Credits
Fred Bould // Design Direction
Anson Cheung // Design Direction
Martin Duhayon // Industrial Design
Research, Concept Development , Design Development, Manufacturing Support
Credits
Fred Bould // Design Direction
Anson Cheung // Design Direction
Martin Duhayon // Industrial Design
Unlike other UV-C wavelengths, 222 nm light is safe for human skin and eyes (under certain thresholds), making Vive completely safe for use in occupied spaces.
We tested mounting options to ensure we had a solution that would work for a variety of install scenarios, such as drop ceilings and pole mounts.
