Enhanced Surface Cleaning Apparatus with Advanced Features
Legal Citation
Summary of the Inventive Concept
An improved surface cleaning apparatus featuring adjustable suction power, optimized energy storage, and advanced navigation, enhancing cleaning efficiency and user experience.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent described a surface cleaning apparatus with an energy storage member and a charger. However, this design had limitations in suction power optimization, energy storage reliability, and navigation efficiency. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by introducing adjustable suction power, temperature-regulated energy storage, and advanced navigation features.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The enhanced surface cleaning apparatus comprises a floor cleaning unit with an adjustable dirty air inlet, allowing for suction power optimization based on floor type. The apparatus also features an energy storage member with a built-in temperature sensor to prevent overheating and increase lifespan. Additionally, the apparatus includes a navigation module utilizing sensor data and machine learning algorithms to optimize cleaning path and reduce missed spots. Furthermore, the apparatus incorporates an integrated debris collection system that utilizes centrifugal force to separate debris from airflow, increasing cleaning efficiency and reducing maintenance.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new inventive concept introduces novel features that distinguish it from the original patent, including adjustable suction power, temperature-regulated energy storage, advanced navigation, and integrated debris collection. These features provide a non-obvious solution to the limitations of the original design, enhancing the overall performance and user experience of the surface cleaning apparatus.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include variations in the design of the adjustable dirty air inlet, the type of sensors used in the navigation module, or the materials used in the debris collection system. Additionally, the inventive concept could be applied to different types of surface cleaning apparatus, such as handheld or stick vacuums.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The enhanced surface cleaning apparatus has significant commercial potential in the cleaning industry, particularly in the residential and commercial cleaning markets. The advanced features and improved performance of the apparatus could attract consumers seeking high-quality cleaning solutions, providing a competitive advantage in the market.
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, specifically vacuum cleaners with energy storage and advanced cleaning technologies, requiring expertise in mechanical engineering, electrical systems, and robotic navigation
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A mechanical engineer with 3-5 years experience in vacuum cleaner design, familiar with energy storage systems, suction motor technologies, and sensor-based navigation techniques
Obviousness Rationale
A person having ordinary skill would recognize that the PTD's variations represent predictable engineering improvements to the source patent's surface cleaning apparatus. The disclosed features like adjustable suction, temperature-regulated energy storage, and navigation optimization are logical extensions of existing vacuum cleaner technologies. These modifications represent standard design iterations that would be apparent to a skilled practitioner seeking to enhance cleaning performance and user experience.
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. |