Adaptable Signal Processing for Diverse Industries

Publication ID: 24-11857150_0007_PTD
Published: November 07, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Adaptable Signal Processing for Diverse Industries,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857150_0007_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857150_0007_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. 11,857,150.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

This inventive concept expands the core technology of the original signal processing apparatus to new applications and use cases, enabling innovative solutions in agriculture, energy management, wearables, natural disaster prevention, and smart cities.

Background and Problem Solved

The original signal processing apparatus was designed for medical endoscope systems, but its limitations in terms of adaptability and scalability hindered its adoption in other industries. This new inventive concept addresses these limitations by reconfiguring the signal processing apparatus to accommodate diverse sensor data and control signals, thereby opening up new possibilities for various fields.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The adaptable signal processing apparatus comprises a communication circuit, a controller, and multiple processing circuits. In the agricultural greenhouse application, the apparatus adjusts temperature, humidity, and light levels based on sensor data. In the energy management scenario, it processes sensor data to optimize lighting, heating, and cooling systems. For wearables, it analyzes sensor data from accelerometers, gyroscopes, and GPS to provide personalized fitness recommendations. In natural disaster prevention, it analyzes satellite imagery, weather patterns, and sensor data to provide early warnings and emergency response plans. Finally, in smart cities, it processes real-time traffic data to optimize traffic flow and parking availability.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce a novel, non-obvious application of the signal processing apparatus to entirely different industries, leveraging its core technology to address unique challenges and opportunities in each field.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include implementing the signal processing apparatus using different communication protocols, integrating it with artificial intelligence or machine learning algorithms, or developing customized processing circuits for specific industries.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The adaptable signal processing apparatus has vast commercial potential in various industries, including agriculture, energy management, wearables, natural disaster prevention, and smart cities. It can be integrated into existing systems or developed as standalone solutions, offering a competitive edge to companies that adopt this innovative technology.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61B1/00006
A A61 A61B1/0002
A A61 A61B1/00018

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,150
TitleSignal processing apparatus
Assignee(s)SONY OLYMPUS MEDICAL SOLUTIONS INC.