Heat Exchanging Liquid Container for Diverse Applications
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
This inventive concept leverages the core technology of the original heat exchanging liquid container to address thermal management challenges in various industries, including medical devices, data centers, pharmaceutical transportation, electric vehicles, and biological sample storage.
Background and Problem Solved
The original heat exchanging liquid container was designed for beverage temperature control. However, the limitations of this design become apparent when considering the thermal management needs of other industries. For instance, medical devices require precise temperature control during surgical procedures, while data centers struggle with heat dissipation from electronic components. This inventive concept addresses these limitations by adapting the core technology to cater to diverse applications.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept involves integrating the phase change material (PCM) module into various systems to regulate temperature. In medical devices, the PCM module maintains a patient's body temperature within a desired range during surgical procedures. In data centers, the heat exchanging liquid container system dissipates heat from electronic components. Similarly, the system can be applied to temperature-controlled transportation of pharmaceuticals, cooling batteries in electric vehicles, and temperature-controlled storage of biological samples. The PCM module's adaptability enables it to maintain a specific temperature range in each application, ensuring optimal performance and safety.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce novel applications of the heat exchanging liquid container technology, which are non-obvious extensions of the original patent. The inventive step lies in recognizing the potential of the PCM module to address thermal management challenges in diverse industries and adapting the design to meet the specific needs of each application.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include using different types of phase change materials, varying the design of the PCM module, or integrating the technology with existing systems. For example, the PCM module could be designed to be modular and interchangeable between different applications, or it could be integrated with advanced cooling systems in data centers.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in various industries, including medical devices, data centers, pharmaceutical transportation, electric vehicles, and biological sample storage. The market for thermal management solutions is growing rapidly, driven by the increasing demand for efficient and reliable systems. By adapting the heat exchanging liquid container technology to diverse applications, this inventive concept can capitalize on this trend and provide innovative solutions to address specific industry challenges.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A47 | A47J41/0044 |
| A | A47 | A47G19/2288 |
| A | A47 | A47J41/0011 |
| C | C09 | C09K5/066 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Thermal management systems, specifically insulated containers with phase change materials (PCM) for temperature regulation across various applications including medical, electronic, transportation, and biological sample storage domains
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
An engineer with expertise in thermal engineering, materials science, and heat transfer principles, capable of understanding phase change material applications and thermal insulation techniques across multiple technical domains
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the core thermal management technology of the source patent's PCM module can be readily adapted to different technical contexts by applying standard engineering design principles. The fundamental heat exchange mechanism remains consistent across applications, with modifications primarily involving container geometry and specific thermal requirements. The source patent's modular PCM design inherently suggests versatility across thermal management scenarios.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,112 |
|---|---|
| Title | Heat exchanging liquid container |
| Assignee(s) | The Curators of the University of Missouri |