Smart Animal Garment: AI-Powered Health Monitoring System
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Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed a smart animal garment for monitoring health and wellbeing, but it had limitations in terms of data analysis, predictive capabilities, and adaptability. This new invention addresses these limitations by introducing a more advanced system that combines wearable sensors, cloud-based analytics, and machine learning to provide a more comprehensive and proactive approach to animal care.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce a paradigm shift in smart animal garment technology by integrating wearable sensors, cloud-based analytics, and machine learning to provide a more comprehensive and proactive approach to animal care. The invention's novelty lies in its ability to predict health risks, optimize animal performance, and provide personalized recommendations, which is a significant departure from the original patent's focus on monitoring health and wellbeing.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the invention could include the use of different types of sensors, such as EEG or ECG sensors, or the integration of additional features, such as GPS tracking or environmental monitoring. The system could also be adapted for use with different species or in various settings, such as veterinary clinics, farms, or zoos.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The next-generation smart animal garment system has significant commercial potential in the animal health and wellbeing industry, with potential applications in veterinary medicine, animal training, and animal husbandry. The market for smart animal garments is expected to grow rapidly in the coming years, driven by increasing demand for advanced animal care solutions.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A01 | A01K29/005 |
| A | A01 | A01K11/008 |
| A | A01 | A01K13/008 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/002 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/02055 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/0533 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/11 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/1112 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/6801 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/6804 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/6805 |
| B | B68 | B68C1/02 |
| B | B68 | B68C1/12 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/024 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/0816 |
| A | A61 | A61B2503/40 |
| A | A61 | A61B2562/0219 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Animal health monitoring technologies, wearable sensor systems for veterinary and performance tracking, with expertise in biomedical sensors, data analytics, and animal physiological monitoring
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A multidisciplinary professional with advanced degrees in biomedical engineering, veterinary science, or sensor technologies, possessing knowledge of wearable sensor design, data processing algorithms, and animal health monitoring techniques
Obviousness Rationale
A person of ordinary skill would recognize that extending the source patent's horse monitoring garment to include cloud-based analytics and machine learning represents a predictable technological progression. The fundamental sensor integration concept remains consistent, with the primary innovation being enhanced data processing and interpretation capabilities. The PTD's variations represent logical extensions of the original patent's monitoring framework by adding sophisticated data analysis and predictive capabilities.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,856,924 |
|---|---|
| Title | Garment |
| Assignee(s) | Equimetrics Limited |