Advanced Immunoisolation Membrane Technology
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Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed a chamber for transplantation with a membrane for immunoisolation, primarily designed for biological constituent transplantation. However, the technology's potential for broader applications was limited by its original scope. The present invention addresses this limitation by exploring new use cases, leveraging the core technology to tackle diverse challenges in various industries.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce novel applications of the core technology, expanding its scope beyond biological constituent transplantation. The inventive step lies in recognizing the membrane's potential for diverse uses and adapting the chamber's design to accommodate these new applications.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments may include varying membrane materials, pore sizes, or surface properties to optimize performance for specific applications. Additional variations could involve integrating sensors, microfluidics, or other technologies to enhance the chamber's functionality and accuracy.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The invention has significant commercial potential in various industries, including environmental monitoring, food safety, agriculture, air quality management, and cosmetics. The technology's adaptability and versatility make it an attractive solution for companies seeking innovative, effective, and efficient solutions to tackle diverse challenges.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A01 | A01N1/0231 |
| B | B01 | B01D63/089 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/00969 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Biomedical engineering and membrane filtration technologies, with expertise in selective permeability systems, immunoisolation techniques, and cross-domain membrane applications
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A skilled practitioner with advanced degrees in bioengineering, materials science, or chemical engineering, possessing knowledge of membrane technologies, filtration principles, and interdisciplinary problem-solving skills
Obviousness Rationale
The source patent's core innovation of a selectively permeable membrane for immunoisolation provides a fundamental technological framework that can be readily adapted to alternative monitoring and detection applications. A PHOSITA would recognize that the membrane's core functional principles of selective permeability and barrier properties are universally applicable across different domains. The PTD's variations represent predictable extensions of the original membrane technology by applying its core filtration and detection capabilities to different environmental and diagnostic contexts.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,856,946 |
|---|---|
| Title | Chamber for transplantation and device for transplantation |
| Assignee(s) | FUJI ELECTRIC CO., LTD. |