Chambered Handles for Diverse Applications

Publication ID: 24-11857161_0002_PTD
Published: November 07, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Chambered Handles for Diverse Applications,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857161_0002_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857161_0002_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. 11,857,161.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

The present inventive concept expands the original chambered handle technology to new industries and use cases, enabling advanced functionality and improved performance in environmental monitoring, industrial inspection, robotics, search and rescue, and agricultural monitoring.

Background and Problem Solved

The original chambered handle patent was limited to medical devices, but the innovative concept of chambered handles can be applied to various other fields where handles play a critical role. The new inventive concept addresses the need for more efficient, versatile, and adaptable handle designs in these emerging areas.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The chambered handle is adapted for use in remote-operated vehicles, inspection devices, robotic arms, drones, and monitoring devices. The handle's body portion includes a wall with a first side defining a first interior surface, which forms at least part of a first chamber. This chamber features a first feature configured to support at least one component, such as a fluidic component, sensor, grasping component, or other specialized component. The chambered handle enables the integration of advanced functionalities, improved ergonomics, and enhanced performance in diverse applications.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new inventive concept introduces a paradigm shift in handle design, moving beyond medical devices to a wide range of industries. The novelty lies in the adaptation of the chambered handle technology to address specific challenges and opportunities in these new fields, providing a non-obvious solution to the limitations of traditional handle designs.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments may include adjustable chamber sizes, modular component designs, or hybrid materials for the handle body. Variations may incorporate additional features, such as wireless connectivity, data analytics, or artificial intelligence integration, to further enhance the performance and versatility of the chambered handle.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The chambered handle inventive concept has significant commercial potential in various industries, including environmental monitoring, industrial inspection, robotics, search and rescue, and agricultural monitoring. The market demand for advanced handle designs is substantial, driven by the need for improved efficiency, productivity, and safety in these sectors.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61B1/0052
A A61 A61B1/00009
A A61 A61B1/0011
A A61 A61B1/00068
A A61 A61B1/00119
A A61 A61B1/05
A A61 A61B1/0676

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,161
TitleChambered handle for a medical device
Assignee(s)Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.