The application of UV-C light for a DIY fabricated device to reduce bad smell in boxing gloves

Abstract

Currently, boxing and Muay Thai are popular sports and exercises around the world. Foul-smell in boxing gloves becomes a problem that needs to be eliminated before the next training session. The musty smell in boxing gloves is caused by accumulation of sweat and bacteria from the boxer's hands. The process of eliminating odor using UV-C light can be the solution. In this research, the application of UV-C light was used to fabricate a DIY (Do it yourself) device to reduce bad smell in boxing gloves. Use of a UV-C light at a wavelength of 253.7 nm could remove musty smells within 30 minutes. The odor level in the boxing glove was measured by the electronic nose system, which was made up from 3 gas sensors. The results showed that UV-C light was able to reduce bad smell in boxing gloves up to 90%.