Matrix Shuttle Delivery Devices for Environmental Remediation and Human Health

Publication ID: 24-11857170_0007_PTD
Published: November 07, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Matrix Shuttle Delivery Devices for Environmental Remediation and Human Health,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857170_0007_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857170_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. 11,857,170.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

The inventive concept applies the core technology of matrix shuttle delivery devices to new applications in environmental remediation, aquaculture, wastewater treatment, bioremediation, and human health, enabling the targeted release of beneficial microorganisms to address pressing ecological and health challenges.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent addressed the limited capacity for spontaneous repair of chondral lesions in cartilage tissue. However, this technology has broader implications and can be adapted to tackle pressing environmental and health issues. The inventive concept addresses the limitations of existing solutions in environmental remediation, aquaculture, wastewater treatment, bioremediation, and human health, which often rely on inefficient or ineffective methods for introducing beneficial microorganisms.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The matrix shuttle delivery device is adapted for releasing beneficial microorganisms in various environments, including aquaculture, wastewater, contaminated soil, agricultural settings, and the human gut. The device comprises a shuttle body, a delivery tip, and a plunger, which can be modified to accommodate specific microorganisms and deployment requirements. The system may also include sensors, control units, and monitoring systems to optimize the release and tracking of beneficial microorganisms. In each application, the matrix shuttle delivery device enables targeted and efficient introduction of beneficial microorganisms, promoting healthy ecosystems, degrading pollutants, and improving human health.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The inventive concept introduces a new paradigm for applying matrix shuttle delivery devices to environmental remediation and human health, leveraging the core technology to address unmet needs in these fields. The new claims are novel and non-obvious compared to the original patent, as they require a deep understanding of the interplay between microorganisms, ecosystems, and human health.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments may include modifying the matrix shuttle delivery device for specific microorganisms, incorporating additional components for real-time monitoring, or developing miniaturized versions for in vivo applications. Variations may include adapting the device for use in different environmental settings, such as marine ecosystems or agricultural fields.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in various industries, including environmental remediation, aquaculture, wastewater treatment, bioremediation, and human health. The target market includes companies, research institutions, and government agencies seeking innovative solutions for ecological and health challenges.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61B10/02
A A61 A61B17/3468

Field of Art

Biomedical device engineering, focusing on targeted delivery systems and microorganism deployment technologies, with expertise in medical device design, microbial delivery mechanisms, and precision engineering

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A biomedical engineer or biotech specialist with advanced degree, understanding of medical device design, microorganism delivery techniques, and experience in developing targeted release systems for biological applications

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize the fundamental design principles of the matrix shuttle delivery device can be readily adapted to alternative applications by modifying the delivery mechanism, payload, and monitoring systems. The core technological concept of a controlled release mechanism with a shuttle body, delivery tip, and plunger represents a versatile platform that can be systematically extended to different environmental and biological contexts. The variations disclosed in the PTD represent predictable engineering adaptations that leverage the fundamental mechanical and biological principles established in the source patent.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Matrix shuttle delivery device with hollow cylindrical shuttle body and plunger mechanism
PTD Variation
Adapting the device for microorganism delivery in aquaculture and environmental remediation settings
Obviousness Reasoning
Known technique of modifying delivery mechanisms for different biological payloads, with predictable results in controlled release technologies
Source Patent Element
Deployment mechanism with spring-loaded retraction system
PTD Variation
Incorporating sensor and control systems for monitoring microorganism release in different environments
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable engineering extension using standard control and monitoring technologies to enhance precision of biological delivery systems
Source Patent Element
Targeted delivery device designed for precise material introduction
PTD Variation
Developing miniaturized versions for in vivo applications like gut microbiome management
Obviousness Reasoning
Finite set of design modifications using known scaling and miniaturization techniques in medical device engineering
Source Patent Element
Shuttle body with configurable delivery tip
PTD Variation
Modifying device geometry to accommodate different microorganism types and environmental conditions
Obviousness Reasoning
Routine design optimization using known material science and engineering principles for adapting delivery mechanisms
Source Patent Element
Precision mechanical deployment system
PTD Variation
Implementing real-time monitoring and feedback systems for controlled microorganism release
Obviousness Reasoning
Known integration of sensing and control technologies with existing mechanical delivery platforms
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11857170, a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art would find the variations disclosed in this Published Technical Disclosure to represent obvious extensions of the fundamental matrix shuttle delivery device technology. The systematic adaptation of the core mechanical delivery principles to alternative biological and environmental applications demonstrates a predictable engineering approach that would be readily conceived by a skilled practitioner without requiring inventive insight beyond ordinary capabilities in biomedical device design.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,170
TitleMethods and devices for repairing cartilage defects
Assignee(s)Vericel Corporation