Touchless Automatic Dispensing Technology for Diverse Industries
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
This inventive concept leverages the core technology of the original patent to develop novel touchless automatic dispensing systems for various industries, including agriculture, veterinary, industrial cleaning, and lubrication, providing efficient, precise, and waste-reducing solutions.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent's touchless automatic dispensing station apparatus, system, and method were primarily designed for liquid personal hygiene products. However, the limitations of this technology lie in its narrow application scope. This inventive concept addresses the need for adaptable and efficient dispensing solutions in diverse industries, where precision, speed, and minimization of waste are crucial.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The new inventive concept encompasses a range of touchless automatic dispensing systems, each tailored to a specific industry. For instance, in agriculture, the system dispenses pesticides or fertilizers in precise quantities, optimizing crop yield and reducing waste. In veterinary use, the apparatus dispenses medications or vaccines, ensuring accurate dosing and minimizing handling errors. Similarly, in industrial cleaning and lubrication, the system efficiently dispenses cleaning solutions and lubricants, respectively, reducing downtime and increasing productivity. The common thread among these applications is the touchless automatic dispensing mechanism, which ensures precision, speed, and minimization of waste.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The novelty of this inventive concept lies in its application of the original patent's core technology to diverse industries, resulting in new and non-obvious solutions. The inventive step is the recognition of the versatility of the touchless automatic dispensing mechanism and its adaptation to address specific challenges in various fields.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of this inventive concept may include varying the dispensing path geometry, incorporating different sensing technologies, or integrating with existing industry-specific systems. Variations could also involve adjusting the dispensing mechanism to accommodate different product viscosities or incorporating additional features, such as real-time monitoring and data analytics.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
This inventive concept has significant commercial potential across various industries, including agriculture, veterinary, industrial cleaning, and lubrication. The target market includes companies seeking to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and increase productivity in their respective fields. The potential applications are vast, with opportunities for partnerships, licensing, and product development.
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
Automated dispensing systems and touchless product delivery technologies, with expertise in sensor-driven liquid dispensing mechanisms across medical, hygiene, agricultural, and industrial applications
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A professional with mechanical engineering or mechatronics background, familiar with sensor technologies, fluid dynamics, and automated dispensing systems, capable of adapting core technological principles across different industrial contexts
Obviousness Rationale
The source patent's fundamental touchless dispensing mechanism provides a versatile technological platform that can be readily adapted to multiple industrial domains. A PHOSITA would recognize that the core sensing and dispensing principles are transferable across different liquid types and application contexts. The disclosed variations represent predictable extensions of the original patent's core technological concept, involving routine engineering modifications to accommodate specific industry requirements.
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. |