Adaptable Spiral Needle Technology for Diverse Industrial Applications
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept leverages the core technology of the original patent, a spiral suturing needle, to create novel solutions for precision farming, automated 3D printing, underwater exploration, robotic assembly, and automated welding. By adapting the spiral needle's design and functionality, new industries can benefit from precise, efficient, and reliable operations.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent's suturing technology, although innovative in the medical field, has limitations in its applicability to other industries. The new inventive concept addresses this limitation by applying the spiral suturing needle's principles to diverse fields, where precision, efficiency, and reliability are crucial. This adaptation enables the development of novel solutions that overcome specific challenges in these industries.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept comprises a spiral needle with modified designs and functionalities to cater to specific industrial applications. For instance, in precision farming, the spiral needle is adapted for planting seeds at precise intervals, ensuring optimal crop growth and reduced waste. In automated 3D printing, the spiral needle is equipped with a printing head to deposit material at precise locations, enabling the creation of complex structures. Similarly, in underwater exploration, the spiral needle collects marine samples at precise depths, and in robotic assembly, it assembles components at precise locations. In automated welding, the spiral needle is equipped with a welding torch to weld metal parts at precise locations, ensuring strong and reliable joints.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new inventive concept's novelty lies in its adaptation of the spiral suturing needle's design and functionality to address specific challenges in diverse industries. The inventive step is in recognizing the potential of the original patent's technology and creatively applying it to new fields, resulting in novel solutions that overcome existing limitations.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include modifications to the spiral needle's material, shape, or size to suit specific industrial requirements. Variations may also involve integrating the spiral needle with other technologies, such as sensors or artificial intelligence, to enhance its performance and precision.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in various industries, including agriculture, manufacturing, aerospace, and construction. The market demand for precision, efficiency, and reliability in these fields is high, and the adaptable spiral needle technology is poised to revolutionize these industries by providing novel solutions that address specific challenges and needs.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61B17/0469 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/0491 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/00367 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/047 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/0475 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/0479 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/0496 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/0498 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/06076 |
| A | A61 | A61F2002/075 |
| A | A61 | A61F2240/001 |
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,177 |
|---|---|
| Title | Method for suturing along path and apparatus thereof |
| Assignee(s) | Jiangnan University |