Enhanced Surface Cleaning Apparatus with Improved Energy Storage and Efficiency
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
This inventive concept discloses a surface cleaning apparatus with advancements in energy storage, suction motor operation, and overall efficiency, addressing limitations of existing surface cleaning technologies.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed a surface cleaning apparatus with an energy storage member and a charger. However, the existing design had limitations in terms of energy density, weight, and recharging time. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by introducing enhancements that improve the overall performance and user experience.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The enhanced surface cleaning apparatus features an energy storage member with increased energy density, allowing for longer operation periods on a single charge. The apparatus also incorporates a reduced weight energy storage member, improving maneuverability and reducing user fatigue. Additionally, the capacitor has a higher capacitance, enabling faster recharging of the energy storage member. The suction motor can operate in a low-power mode, increasing energy efficiency and prolonging operation periods. Furthermore, the energy storage member is designed to be modular, allowing for easy replacement and upgrading.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce non-obvious improvements over the original patent, including increased energy density, reduced weight, higher capacitance, low-power mode operation, and modular design. These advancements provide a significant enhancement to the existing surface cleaning technology.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include varying the energy storage member's shape, size, and material to optimize performance. Additionally, the low-power mode operation could be implemented through advanced motor control algorithms or sensor-based feedback systems.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The enhanced surface cleaning apparatus has significant commercial potential in the cleaning industry, particularly in the residential and commercial sectors. The improved efficiency, maneuverability, and reduced user fatigue make it an attractive solution for cleaning professionals and homeowners alike.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A47 | A47L9/2878 |
| A | A47 | A47L5/225 |
| A | A47 | A47L5/24 |
| A | A47 | A47L9/02 |
| A | A47 | A47L9/2884 |
| A | A47 | A47L9/322 |
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,142 |
|---|---|
| Title | Surface cleaning apparatus having an energy storage member and a charger for an energy storage member |
| Assignee(s) | Omachron Intellectual Property Inc. |