Advanced Specimen Lockbox System for High-Risk Environments
Legal Citation
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent, 'Intelligent laboratory lockbox system,' provided a solution for the safe handling of specimens in laboratories. However, the existing system had limitations in addressing specific challenges in unique operational environments. The present invention adapts the original concept to cater to these niche markets, offering specialized variations that overcome the constraints of the original system.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The novelty of the present invention lies in the adaptation of the original intelligent laboratory lockbox system to address specific challenges in various operational environments. The inventive step is the incorporation of specialized components and features that enable the system to operate effectively in these unique environments, thereby providing a tailored solution for each niche market.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the invention could include the integration of advanced sensors for monitoring specimen conditions, the use of artificial intelligence for predictive maintenance, or the development of customized software applications for specific operational environments. Variations of the invention could also involve the use of different materials or designs for the vault unit, communication module, or power backup system, depending on the specific requirements of each niche market.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The invention has significant commercial potential in various industries, including disaster relief, environmental monitoring, high-security facilities, remote field research, and high-containment laboratories. The specialized laboratory lockbox systems can provide a competitive advantage to organizations operating in these niches, enabling them to ensure the safe handling and transportation of specimens in challenging environments.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A42 | A42B1/225 |
| G | G06 | G06Q10/0633 |
| G | G06 | G06Q10/0832 |
| G | G06 | G06Q10/0833 |
| Y | Y10 | Y10T24/32 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Laboratory specimen management systems, focusing on secure storage, tracking, and environmental monitoring technologies with expertise in IoT, sensor integration, and secure communication protocols
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A professional with advanced engineering or computer science background, experience in laboratory information systems, knowledge of sensor technologies, communication protocols, and specimen management workflows
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the source patent's intelligent lockbox system provides a fundamental framework for specimen tracking and environmental monitoring that can be readily adapted to specialized environments. The core technical elements of temperature sensing, communication modules, and secure storage are universally applicable across different operational contexts. The variations disclosed in the PTD represent predictable extensions of the source patent's core technological concepts by applying known engineering techniques to specific use case scenarios.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,017 |
|---|---|
| Title | Intelligent laboratory lockbox system |
| Assignee(s) | CERNER INNOVATION, INC. |