Versatile Support Frame System
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
A modular and adaptive support frame system, originating from a clothing hanger design, now applicable to diverse industries and use cases, including medical supply organization, retail item storage, robotic inventory management, modular shelving, and wearable vital sign monitoring.
Background and Problem Solved
The original clothing hanger patent, while innovative, was limited to its primary function. The new inventive concept addresses the need for a versatile support frame system that can be adapted to various industries and applications, overcoming the constraints of traditional storage and organization solutions.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The Versatile Support Frame System consists of a vertical frame, a support frame with a center part and paired support parts, and a moving bar. This modular design enables the system to be easily configured and reconfigured to accommodate diverse items, such as medical supplies, retail products, inventory items, and even wearable devices. The support frame's adaptability is key to its broad applicability, allowing it to be integrated into various industries and use cases.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new inventive concept's novelty lies in its ability to transcend the original clothing hanger design, applying the core technology to entirely new industries and use cases. The inventive step is the recognition of the support frame's modular and adaptive nature, enabling its integration into diverse applications.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments may include adjustable support frames, customizable vertical frames, or integrated sensor modules. Variations could involve using different materials, such as carbon fiber or aluminum, to enhance durability and strength. Additionally, the system could be designed for specific industries, like a medical supply organization system with sterilizable components.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The Versatile Support Frame System has far-reaching commercial potential, targeting industries such as healthcare, retail, logistics, and wearables. The system's adaptability and modularity make it an attractive solution for companies seeking to optimize storage capacity, streamline inventory management, or develop innovative wearable devices.
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Structural support systems and modular design, with expertise in mechanical engineering, product design, and adaptable frame technologies
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A skilled practitioner with knowledge of mechanical design, understanding of modular system principles, ability to recognize cross-industry design adaptations, and proficiency in translating structural concepts across different applications
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize the fundamental modularity of the source patent's clothing hanger design, which inherently suggests broad applicability beyond clothing storage. The core technical elements - vertical frame, support frame, and moving bar - represent a generic structural system easily translatable to multiple domains. The PTD's variations represent predictable extensions of the original design by simply substituting the supported items and slightly modifying the frame's configuration.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,095 |
|---|---|
| Title | Clothes hanger |
| Assignee(s) | LG ELECTRONICS INC. |