Researchers have invented a prototype new form of high-performance air purifier that promises zero harmful waste and is 99.999% efficient in removing common bacteria and viruses::New purifier and filtering foam invented by University of Bath engineers is ready for commercialisation, seeking partners

    • Deebster@programming.dev
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      9 months ago

      You could be right, because of this bit:

      FOAM3R filter technology, patented by the University

      HEPA is patent-free so can be extremely cheap.

      On the other hand, the fact that it can filter out VOCs without needing a separate carbon filter is good and if it reduces maintenance some companies could find them worthwhile.