Modular Handle System for Portable Devices
Legal Citation
Summary of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept discloses a versatile, detachable handle system that can be adapted for use with various portable devices, including medical devices, musical instruments, portable tools, and electronic devices.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed a detachable handle for cooking vessels, which, although effective, had limited applications. The present inventive concept addresses the need for a modular handle system that can be easily attached and detached from different portable devices, providing enhanced portability and convenience.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept comprises a detachable handle having a vessel support portion and a lever hinged to a lower portion of the body. The handle is designed to be adaptable for attachment to various portable devices, including medical devices, musical instruments, portable tools, and electronic devices. The handle's vessel support portion and lever are configured to securely hold and facilitate easy transport of the attached device. The inventive concept also encompasses methods for transporting and storing portable devices using the detachable handle.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce a novel application of the detachable handle technology, extending its use beyond cooking vessels to various portable devices. The inventive concept's adaptability and modularity provide a non-obvious solution to the problem of transporting and storing portable devices.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept may include adjustable handle lengths, customizable vessel support portions, and integrated storage compartments. Additionally, the handle system could be designed for specific industries, such as a sterile handle for medical devices or a shock-absorbing handle for musical instruments.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The modular handle system has significant commercial potential in various industries, including healthcare, music, construction, and consumer electronics. The inventive concept's adaptability and convenience make it an attractive solution for companies seeking to enhance the portability and usability of their portable devices.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A47 | A47J45/07 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Mechanical device attachment systems, specifically portable device handle mechanisms with detachable coupling interfaces
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A mechanical engineer with expertise in modular attachment systems, familiar with handle design principles, device ergonomics, and cross-industry adaptable mechanical interfaces
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the fundamental mechanical principles of the detachable handle from the cooking vessel patent can be readily adapted to other portable devices by applying standard engineering design translation techniques. The core mechanical elements of the lever, support portion, and attachment mechanism remain structurally consistent across different device types. The variations presented represent predictable extensions of the original handle concept using known mechanical coupling strategies.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,116 |
|---|---|
| Title | Detachable handle for cooking vessel |