Adaptive Liquid Discharge Technology for Diverse Industries
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept extends the core technology of the original drip coffee machine patent to novel applications in agriculture, industrial processes, public spaces, wastewater treatment, and greenhouses, enabling precise control and efficient use of liquids in these diverse fields.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent addressed the need for efficient coffee brewing, but its liquid discharge device had limited scope. This inventive concept tackles the broader challenge of managing liquids in various industries, where precision, control, and efficiency are crucial. By adapting the core technology, we overcome the limitations of traditional liquid discharge methods in these fields.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The new inventive concept comprises a liquid discharge device with a rotation module, driven gear, and intermediate unit. In agriculture, the device optimizes irrigation by discharging water to specific areas. In industrial processes, it adjusts the amount of liquid supplied to process tanks. In public spaces, it efficiently cleans surfaces. In wastewater treatment, it discharges treatment chemicals to wastewater tanks. In greenhouses, it controls humidity by adjusting mist discharge. The device's modular design and adjustable rotation module enable precise control and flexibility across these applications.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce a novel combination of the original patent's liquid discharge device with diverse industrial applications, providing an inventive step beyond the original patent's scope. The adaptation of the core technology to these new fields and the specific design modifications required to address the unique challenges in each field constitute the inventive concept's novelty.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments may include modifying the rotation module to accommodate different types of liquids or adjusting the intermediate unit to suit specific industrial processes. Variations could also involve integrating sensors or IoT technology to enhance real-time monitoring and control.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in the targeted industries, including precision agriculture, industrial process optimization, public space maintenance, wastewater treatment, and greenhouse management. The device's adaptability, efficiency, and precision control capabilities make it an attractive solution for companies seeking to improve their operations and reduce costs.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A47 | A47J31/4475 |
| A | A47 | A47J31/10 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Liquid discharge and control systems, specifically focusing on precision mechanical systems for fluid distribution in industrial and agricultural applications, requiring mechanical engineering expertise with specialization in rotational control mechanisms and fluid delivery systems
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A mechanical engineer with expertise in precision fluid control, gear mechanisms, motor-driven rotation systems, and experience designing liquid discharge devices across industrial domains, familiar with mechanical actuation, gear train design, and adaptive fluid distribution technologies
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the core liquid discharge mechanism from the source patent represents a versatile technological platform capable of adaptation across multiple industrial contexts. The fundamental rotational control mechanism, driven gear system, and modular design inherently suggest broad applicability beyond coffee machines. The disclosed variations represent predictable extensions of the original patent's core technological principles by applying known mechanical control techniques to different liquid distribution scenarios.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,105 |
|---|---|
| Title | Drip coffee machine and liquid discharge device used therefor |
| Assignee(s) | Hanter Technology Co., Ltd. |