Advanced Water Management Systems
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
This inventive concept leverages the core technology of an advanced drip filter coffee maker to develop novel water management systems for various industries, including agriculture, horticulture, pet care, and commercial buildings.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent for the advanced drip filter coffee maker addressed the limitations of traditional coffee machines, including difficulties in removing and cleaning the filter basket. This inventive concept builds upon the core technology to solve new problems in different industries, such as inefficient irrigation in agriculture, inadequate pet watering, and inefficient water usage in commercial buildings.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept comprises a system for monitoring and controlling agricultural irrigation, a method for precision irrigation in greenhouses, a smart gardening system, a device for automated pet watering, and a method for optimizing water usage in commercial buildings. Each application leverages the advanced drip filter coffee maker's components, such as the water reservoir, pump, and heater, to provide innovative solutions for water management. For example, the agricultural irrigation system uses a sensor to detect soil moisture levels and adjusts the pump's water flow accordingly. The smart gardening system integrates a mobile application and cloud-based server to provide personalized gardening recommendations.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The novelty of this inventive concept lies in the application of the advanced drip filter coffee maker's technology to entirely new industries and use cases. The inventive step is the recognition of the potential for this technology to solve significant problems in water management beyond coffee making.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of this inventive concept could include using the coffee maker's technology in other industries, such as industrial processes, fire suppression systems, or even disaster relief efforts. Variations could include adapting the system for use with different types of liquids or fluids.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The potential commercial applications of this inventive concept are vast, with potential markets including agricultural suppliers, greenhouse operators, pet owners, commercial building owners, and industrial process managers. The inventive concept has the potential to significantly reduce water waste, improve crop yields, and enhance the overall efficiency of various industries.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A47 | A47J31/02 |
| A | A47 | A47J31/0573 |
| A | A47 | A47J31/061 |
| A | A47 | A47J31/0605 |
| A | A47 | A47J31/106 |
| A | A47 | A47J31/36 |
| A | A47 | A47J31/44 |
| A | A47 | A47J31/4403 |
| A | A47 | A47J31/4407 |
| A | A47 | A47J31/4457 |
| A | A47 | A47J31/4482 |
| A | A47 | A47J31/52 |
| A | A47 | A47J31/521 |
| A | A47 | A47J31/525 |
| A | A47 | A47J31/4492 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Water management systems, fluid distribution technologies, and electromechanical appliance design, with expertise in fluid transfer, sensor integration, and control systems for precision liquid delivery
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
An engineer with advanced knowledge of fluid dynamics, control systems, sensor technologies, and appliance design, capable of adapting existing mechanical and electrical systems across different technical domains
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the fundamental components of the drip coffee maker - water reservoir, pump, heater, and sensor integration - represent a modular system easily adaptable to multiple liquid management applications. The technical principles of controlled fluid transfer are universally applicable across industries, making the PTD's variations predictable extensions of the source patent's core technological framework. The modifications represent straightforward reconfiguration of known components to solve analogous technical challenges in water management.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,102 |
|---|---|
| Title | Advanced drip filter coffee maker |
| Assignee(s) | BREVILLE PTY LIMITED |