Enhanced Rapid Touchless Automatic Dispensing Station Apparatus, System, and Method
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
An improved touchless automatic dispensing station apparatus, system, and method for liquid personal hygiene products, designed to minimize waste, reduce environmental impact, and enhance user experience.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed a touchless automatic dispensing station apparatus, system, and method for liquid personal hygiene products. However, the original design had limitations, such as potential product waste and environmental concerns. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by incorporating features that minimize waste, reduce environmental impact, and enhance user experience.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The enhanced touchless automatic dispensing station apparatus, system, and method comprise a sensor configured to detect the presence of a person's hand along a predetermined elongate product dispensing path, and a dispensing mechanism operable to dispense a discrete quantity of the product in response to the sensor detection. The dispensing mechanism is adapted to dispense the product in a controlled manner to minimize waste and reduce environmental impact. Additionally, the apparatus is designed to be compact and space-efficient for easy installation in various environments, and can be integrated with a smart building management system to optimize product usage and reduce waste.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce novel features that minimize waste, reduce environmental impact, and enhance user experience, such as controlled dispensing, compact design, and integration with smart building management systems. These features are not obvious from the original patent and provide a significant improvement over the existing design.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include varying the design of the dispensing mechanism, using different types of sensors, or incorporating additional features such as user authentication or product level monitoring. Variations could also include adapting the apparatus for use with different types of products or in different environments.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The enhanced touchless automatic dispensing station apparatus, system, and method have significant commercial potential in various industries, including healthcare, hospitality, and education. The market demand for environmentally friendly and efficient dispensing systems is growing, and this inventive concept is well-positioned to capitalize on this trend.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A47 | A47K5/1217 |
| A | A47 | A47K5/1204 |
| A | A61 | A61L2/0088 |
| A | A61 | A61L2/26 |
| A | A61 | A61L2202/14 |
| A | A61 | A61L2202/15 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Touchless liquid dispensing systems, specifically personal hygiene product dispensers, involving sensor-based activation, fluid handling mechanisms, and automated dispensing technologies
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A mechanical engineer or product designer with expertise in fluid dispensing systems, sensor technologies, and automated product delivery mechanisms, familiar with hygiene and sanitation equipment design principles
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the PTD's variations represent predictable incremental improvements to the source patent's touchless dispensing apparatus, utilizing known techniques in sensor integration, dispensing control, and system optimization that would be readily apparent to someone skilled in automated dispensing technologies.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,127 |
|---|---|
| Title | Rapid touchless automatic dispensing station apparatus, system, and method |
| Assignee(s) | Newco Enterprises, Inc. |