Odor Management for Diverse Industries
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept applies the core technology of the original surface cleaning device with odor management to new, unrelated industries, including greenhouses, animal enclosures, hospitals, public spaces, and waste management facilities, offering tailored fragrance solutions to address specific challenges and opportunities in each field.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent focused on odor management during surface cleaning operations. However, the limitations of this technology lie in its restricted application to the surface cleaning industry. This inventive concept addresses the need for adaptable, industry-specific odor management solutions by leveraging the core technology to tackle diverse challenges across various industries.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept involves integrating the odor control assembly from the original surface cleaning device into new applications, including greenhouses, animal enclosures, hospitals, public spaces, and waste management facilities. Each implementation is tailored to the specific requirements of the industry, with fragrance particles selected to promote plant growth, reduce stress, enhance ambiance, or neutralize odors. The odor control assembly is adapted to release fragrance particles into the air, addressing the unique challenges and opportunities of each industry.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce novel applications of the odor control assembly, extending its use beyond surface cleaning to tackle distinct challenges in unrelated industries. The inventive step lies in the recognition of the odor control assembly's potential to address specific needs in these industries and the adaptation of the technology to meet those needs.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include variations in the fragrance particles used, the release mechanisms, or the integration of the odor control assembly with other devices or systems. For example, the fragrance particles could be customized for specific industries or applications, or the odor control assembly could be integrated with air purification systems or HVAC systems.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential across various industries, including agriculture, animal care, healthcare, hospitality, and waste management. The tailored fragrance solutions offered by this technology can enhance product offerings, improve customer experiences, and provide competitive advantages in each industry.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A47 | A47L7/0061 |
| A | A47 | A47L5/30 |
| A | A47 | A47L7/04 |
| A | A47 | A47L9/0411 |
| A | A47 | A47L9/0477 |
| A | A61 | A61L9/042 |
| A | A61 | A61L9/12 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Surface cleaning devices and air treatment technologies, encompassing mechanical engineering, air purification systems, and fragrance distribution mechanisms with expertise in HVAC integration, odor management, and environmental control systems
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A professional with advanced technical training in mechanical engineering, environmental control technologies, and air treatment systems, possessing knowledge of fragrance delivery mechanisms, surface cleaning device design, and industrial air quality management techniques
Obviousness Rationale
A person having ordinary skill in the art would recognize the inherent adaptability of the odor control assembly from the source patent, understanding that its fundamental mechanism of fragrance particle distribution could be readily applied to diverse environmental contexts beyond surface cleaning. The core technical principles of controlled fragrance release, air circulation, and targeted particle distribution remain consistent across the proposed variations. A PHOSITA would naturally perceive the extension of this technology into different industries as a predictable and straightforward design adaptation.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,138 |
|---|---|
| Title | Surface cleaning device with odor management |
| Assignee(s) | SharkNinja Operating LLC |