Environmental and Biological Monitoring System using Stapling Technology

Publication ID: 24-11857185_0007_PTD
Published: November 07, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Environmental and Biological Monitoring System using Stapling Technology,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857185_0007_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857185_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. 11,857,185.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

This inventive concept leverages the core stapling technology from the original surgical stapling device patent to create novel systems and methods for monitoring environmental pollution, wildlife populations, soil quality, water quality, and food safety.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent's surgical stapling device was designed for medical applications, but its core technology has untapped potential in other fields. Traditional monitoring methods in environmental and biological fields often rely on manual sampling, which can be time-consuming, expensive, and prone to errors. This inventive concept addresses these limitations by adapting the stapling technology to collect and analyze samples in various industries.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The inventive concept encompasses a range of systems and methods that utilize the stapling device to collect and analyze samples in different environments. For instance, the system for monitoring environmental pollution uses a network of sensors and the stapling device to collect and analyze pollution samples. Similarly, the method for monitoring wildlife populations employs the stapling device to collect and analyze biological samples. The device for monitoring soil quality combines the stapling device with a sensor to detect nutrient levels, while the system for monitoring water quality uses the stapling device with a sensor to detect contaminants. The method for monitoring food safety utilizes the stapling device to collect and analyze food samples. These systems and methods leverage the stapling technology's precision, efficiency, and reliability to provide accurate and timely data.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce a significant departure from the original patent's medical focus, applying the stapling technology to entirely new industries and use cases. The inventive step lies in the recognition of the core technology's potential in these fields and the adaptation of the stapling device to address specific challenges in environmental and biological monitoring.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include modifications to the stapling device's design, materials, or operation to better suit specific monitoring applications. Variations could also involve integrating the stapling device with other technologies, such as drones, autonomous vehicles, or IoT sensors, to enhance monitoring capabilities.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in various industries, including environmental consulting, wildlife conservation, agriculture, water treatment, and food processing. The market for monitoring systems and methods is growing rapidly, driven by increasing concerns about environmental sustainability, public health, and food safety. The adapted stapling technology could provide a competitive edge in these markets, offering a more efficient, accurate, and cost-effective solution for monitoring and analysis.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61B17/072
A A61 A61B90/03
A A61 A61B2017/07271
A A61 A61B2090/038

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,185
TitleSurgical stapling device with shipping cap
Assignee(s)Covidien LP