Modular Energy Storage and Adaptive Suction Control for Next-Generation Surface Cleaning Apparatus
Legal Citation
Summary of the Inventive Concept
A revolutionary surface cleaning apparatus featuring a modular energy storage system, adaptive suction control, and decentralized energy harvesting, enabling unparalleled cleaning efficiency, flexibility, and sustainability.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed a surface cleaning apparatus with an energy storage member and a charger, but it had limitations in terms of energy storage capacity, suction power, and adaptability to different surfaces. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by introducing a modular energy storage system, adaptive suction control, and decentralized energy harvesting, thereby providing a more efficient, flexible, and sustainable solution.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The new inventive concept comprises a surface cleaning apparatus with a modular energy storage system, featuring interchangeable energy storage modules with distinct capacities and unique identifiers for tracking energy usage and optimization. The apparatus also incorporates an adaptive suction control system, which dynamically adjusts suction power based on real-time surface type detection and energy storage levels. Furthermore, the apparatus features a self-sustaining energy harvesting system that captures and converts kinetic energy generated by the apparatus's movement into electrical energy for powering the suction motor. Additionally, the decentralized energy storage system comprises multiple energy storage nodes distributed throughout the apparatus, each capable of powering a distinct suction motor or component.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce a paradigm shift in surface cleaning technology by providing a modular, adaptive, and decentralized energy storage and suction control system, which is not obvious from the original patent. The inventive concept's unique combination of features enables unprecedented cleaning efficiency, flexibility, and sustainability, making it a significant improvement over the prior art.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include variations in the modular energy storage system, such as different module sizes, shapes, or capacities. The adaptive suction control system could be implemented using different sensors, algorithms, or machine learning techniques. The decentralized energy storage system could be configured with different node distributions, capacities, or power management strategies.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The new inventive concept has significant commercial potential in the cleaning industry, particularly in the residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. The modular energy storage system, adaptive suction control, and decentralized energy harvesting features make it an attractive solution for customers seeking efficient, flexible, and sustainable cleaning solutions. The target market includes manufacturers of cleaning equipment, cleaning service providers, and end-users seeking advanced cleaning technologies.
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 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Surface cleaning apparatus design, focusing on energy storage systems, suction control mechanisms, and power management for vacuum and cleaning devices
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A mechanical or electrical engineer with expertise in home appliance design, power systems, and electromechanical control systems, typically holding a bachelor's or master's degree with 3-5 years of industry experience in vacuum and cleaning device technology
Obviousness Rationale
A person having ordinary skill in the art would recognize that the modular energy storage, adaptive suction control, and decentralized power management techniques represent predictable engineering variations of the source patent's core energy storage and surface cleaning apparatus concepts. The PTD's innovations emerge from standard design optimization strategies commonly employed in electromechanical system development, leveraging known techniques for improving device flexibility and efficiency.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
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. |