Adaptable Liquid Dispenser System for Diverse Industries
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept leverages the core technology of the original patent to develop a versatile liquid dispenser system applicable to various industries, including healthcare, veterinary care, and public facilities.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent's liquid product dispenser and mounting device were primarily designed for hotel rooms. However, this limited the scope of its application. The new inventive concept addresses this limitation by adapting the core technology to cater to diverse industries, solving the problem of restricted applicability.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept comprises a dispensing container with an annular groove adjacent its bottom end, and a locking housing featuring a top structure, bottom structure, and locking arm. This design enables secure mounting on various counter-tops in different settings. The system can be tailored to dispense liquid pharmaceuticals in hospitals, reduce contamination risk in medical laboratories, or provide modular dispensing solutions in veterinary clinics. Additionally, it can be used in point-of-care settings or public restrooms to dispense liquid sanitizers.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce novel applications and use cases not contemplated in the original patent. The inventive step lies in the adaptation of the core technology to address the specific needs of diverse industries, resulting in a more versatile and widely applicable liquid dispenser system.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments could include adjustable locking arms to accommodate varying counter-top sizes, or interchangeable dispensing containers to cater to different liquid products. Variations could also involve integrating sensors or IoT technology to monitor dispenser usage and optimize product supply.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The adaptable liquid dispenser system has significant commercial potential in various industries, including healthcare, veterinary care, and public facilities management. The system's versatility and customization capabilities make it an attractive solution for companies seeking to improve operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A47 | A47K5/12 |
| A | A47 | A47K2005/1218 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Liquid product dispensing systems, specifically mounting devices for containers in commercial and institutional environments, with expertise in mechanical attachment mechanisms and counter-top installation techniques
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A mechanical engineer or industrial designer with experience in product dispensing systems, familiar with mounting technologies, counter-top installation methods, and cross-industry adaptations of dispensing equipment
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the core locking mechanism and annular groove technology from the source patent can be readily adapted to multiple industry-specific contexts by making minimal design modifications. The fundamental technical solution of secure container mounting remains consistent across different environments, with only contextual variations in application. The PTD's claims represent predictable extensions of the original patent's core technological concept.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,125 |
|---|---|
| Title | Liquid product dispenser and mounting device |