AI-Driven Insect Odorant Sensing Disruption Tech
Legal Citation
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed binary compositions for disrupting odorant sensing in insects, but these compositions have limitations in terms of efficacy, adaptability, and scalability. The new invention addresses these limitations by introducing a paradigm shift in odorant-sensing disruption, integrating machine learning, real-time adaptation, and autonomous deployment to create a more effective, efficient, and sustainable solution.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce a fundamental shift in the approach to odorant-sensing disruption, moving from static compositions to dynamic, adaptive systems that integrate machine learning and autonomous deployment. This paradigm shift is non-obvious and novel compared to the original patent, as it requires a deep understanding of insect behavior, machine learning, and autonomous systems.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the invention could include the use of different machine learning algorithms, various types of sensors for detecting insect proximity, or alternative deployment strategies for the binary compositions. The invention could also be adapted for use in different settings, such as residential areas or public spaces, to provide a broader range of applications.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The next-generation odorant-sensing disruption systems have significant commercial potential in the agricultural and disease vector management industries, offering a more effective, efficient, and sustainable solution for managing insect populations. The market for these systems is substantial, with potential applications in crop protection, public health, and environmental sustainability.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A01 | A01N43/653 |
| A | A01 | A01N33/06 |
| A | A01 | A01N2300/00 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Entomological chemical control technologies, focusing on odorant disruption systems for agricultural and disease vector management, requiring expertise in chemical composition, insect behavior, and sensing mechanisms
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A researcher with advanced degrees in entomology, chemical engineering, or biochemistry, possessing knowledge of insect olfactory systems, chemical composition techniques, and emerging technologies for pest management
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that integrating machine learning and autonomous deployment with existing binary composition technologies represents a predictable extension of known pest control methodologies. The source patent establishes a foundational approach to odorant-sensing disruption, which naturally invites technological enhancements using contemporary computational and robotic systems. The proposed variations represent logical technological progressions that combine existing knowledge of insect behavior, chemical composition, and emerging sensing technologies.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,856,955 |
|---|---|
| Title | Binary compositions as disruptors of Orco-mediated odorant sensing |
| Assignee(s) | VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY |