Enhanced Remote Control Dish Washing Machine with Voice Assistant and Predictive Maintenance

Publication ID: 24-11857131_0006_PTD
Published: November 07, 2025
Category:Direct Improvements & Enhancements

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Enhanced Remote Control Dish Washing Machine with Voice Assistant and Predictive Maintenance,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857131_0006_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857131_0006_PTD
This technical disclosure describes improvements that would be readily apparent to a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art (PHOSITA) when considered in combination with the foundational architecture disclosed in U.S. Patent No. 11,857,131.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

The present invention relates to an improved remote control dish washing machine system, integrating a voice assistant and predictive maintenance capabilities to enhance user experience, efficiency, and reliability.

Background and Problem Solved

Commercial dish washing machines have limited remote control capabilities, often relying on SMS messaging systems. The original patent's remote control dish washing machine system lacks advanced features, such as voice control and predictive maintenance, which can improve user convenience and reduce downtime. The present invention addresses these limitations by introducing a voice assistant and artificial intelligence-powered predictive maintenance module.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The enhanced remote control dish washing machine system comprises a dish washing machine with an integrated voice assistant, enabling users to control the machine using voice commands. The voice assistant is integrated with the dish washing machine SMS messaging system, allowing for seamless communication. Additionally, the system includes an artificial intelligence-powered predictive maintenance module, capable of detecting potential issues with the dish washing machine and sending notifications to the user. This module can analyze usage patterns, sensor data, and machine learning algorithms to predict and prevent breakdowns, reducing downtime and maintenance costs.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The integration of a voice assistant and predictive maintenance module in a remote control dish washing machine system is novel and non-obvious compared to the original patent. The voice assistant enables hands-free control, while the predictive maintenance module provides proactive issue detection and prevention, significantly improving the overall user experience and machine reliability.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept may include integrating the voice assistant with other smart home devices, using different types of biometric authentication, or incorporating additional sensors for real-time monitoring. Variations may also include adapting the predictive maintenance module for use in other commercial or industrial applications.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The enhanced remote control dish washing machine system has significant commercial potential in the hospitality, healthcare, and food service industries, where efficient and reliable dish washing operations are critical. The integration of voice control and predictive maintenance capabilities can provide a competitive edge in the market, attracting customers seeking advanced and user-friendly solutions.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A47 A47L15/0063
A A47 A47L15/0049
A A47 A47L15/0055
A A47 A47L15/428
H H04 H04M1/72415

Field of Art

Commercial and residential appliance control systems, specifically dish washing machine communication technologies, involving telecommunications, SMS messaging, and smart device integration

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

An engineer with expertise in appliance design, telecommunications, and embedded systems, familiar with IoT technologies, SMS communication protocols, and machine-to-mobile device interfaces

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that integrating voice assistant and predictive maintenance technologies into a remote-controlled dish washing machine represents a natural evolutionary progression of existing communication and control systems. The source patent's SMS messaging framework provides a clear technological foundation for expanding interactive capabilities. Adding voice control and AI-driven maintenance monitoring are predictable extensions of existing remote communication technologies.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Dish washing machine SMS messaging system with remote communication capabilities
PTD Variation
Voice assistant integration with SMS messaging system for hands-free machine control
Obviousness Reasoning
Voice control is a known technique for human-machine interaction, and integrating it with existing SMS communication represents a predictable design optimization for user convenience
Source Patent Element
Remote communication system for monitoring dish washing machine status
PTD Variation
AI-powered predictive maintenance module for proactive issue detection and notification
Obviousness Reasoning
Implementing machine learning for predictive diagnostics is a standard approach in modern IoT systems, representing an obvious enhancement to existing remote monitoring technologies
Source Patent Element
Remote communication system with SIM card integration
PTD Variation
Biometric authentication module for secure remote access and control
Obviousness Reasoning
Enhancing security through biometric authentication is a well-established technique in telecommunications and device control systems, representing a logical extension of existing remote access technologies
Source Patent Element
Dish washing machine with SMS messaging capabilities
PTD Variation
Integration with broader smart home ecosystem for interconnected device control
Obviousness Reasoning
Cross-platform device integration is a standard approach in modern IoT architectures, representing a predictable evolution of existing communication technologies
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11857131 and the disclosed technical variations, a person of ordinary skill in the art would find the integration of voice assistant technologies, predictive maintenance modules, and enhanced remote communication features to be obvious modifications to existing dish washing machine communication systems, thereby rendering potential patent claims in this domain obvious and unpatentable.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,131
TitleRemote control dish washing machine
Assignee(s)Continental Clean Tech Limited