Medical Equipment Sanitizing Chair System
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
A hospital room furniture system integrating UV light sanitizers and vacuum technology into chairs to reduce hospital-acquired infections by sanitizing medical equipment, improving patient safety and reducing healthcare costs.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent, 'Chair having a cleaning implement integrated thereon', primarily focused on personal foot cleaning. However, the limitations of this design did not address the critical issue of hospital-acquired infections. The new inventive concept tackles this problem by applying the core technology to the medical field, providing a novel solution for sanitizing medical equipment in hospital settings.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The Medical Equipment Sanitizing Chair System comprises a chair having a cleaning implement integrated thereon, specifically a UV light sanitizer and/or a vacuum configured to remove particulate matter from medical equipment. The system can be used in various hospital settings, such as patient rooms, operating theaters, and medical equipment storage areas. The UV light sanitizer utilizes ultraviolet light to kill bacteria, viruses, and other microorganisms, while the vacuum technology removes dirt, dust, and other contaminants from medical equipment surfaces. The system can be designed as a standalone unit or integrated into a network of chairs connected to a central cleaning solution dispenser.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new inventive concept's novelty lies in its application of the original patent's core technology to the medical field, specifically for sanitizing medical equipment. The inventive step is the integration of UV light sanitizers and vacuum technology into chairs, providing a unique solution for reducing hospital-acquired infections.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the Medical Equipment Sanitizing Chair System could include using different types of sanitizing technologies, such as ozone generators or hydrogen peroxide misting systems. The system could also be adapted for use in other industries, such as food processing or laboratory settings, where equipment sanitization is crucial.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The Medical Equipment Sanitizing Chair System has significant commercial potential in the healthcare industry, particularly in hospital settings. The system could be marketed as a comprehensive solution for reducing hospital-acquired infections, improving patient safety, and reducing healthcare costs. Target industries could include hospitals, medical device manufacturers, and healthcare technology companies.
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Medical equipment sanitization and furniture design, involving integration of cleaning technologies into seating systems, requiring knowledge of infection control, medical device engineering, and ergonomic furniture design
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A biomedical engineer or medical equipment designer with expertise in infection prevention, understanding of UV sanitization technologies, and experience designing multi-functional medical furniture
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize the natural extension of a cleaning-integrated chair concept from personal hygiene to medical equipment sanitization. The core technological principle of integrating a cleaning mechanism into a chair's structure remains consistent, with the primary variation being the specific sanitization technology and target surface. The PTD represents a predictable application of the source patent's fundamental design approach to a related technical problem.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,086 |
|---|---|
| Title | Chair having a cleaning implement integrated thereon |