Proximal Loaded Disposable Loading Unit for Diverse Applications

Publication ID: 24-11857186_0002_PTD
Published: November 07, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Proximal Loaded Disposable Loading Unit for Diverse Applications,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857186_0002_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857186_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. 11,857,186.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

A versatile, modular loading unit technology adaptable to various industries and use cases, leveraging the core principles of the original surgical stapler loading unit to address distinct challenges in agricultural monitoring, urban waste management, wearable vital sign monitoring, disaster response, and smart packaging.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent for a proximal loaded disposable loading unit for surgical staplers demonstrated a significant improvement in surgical procedures. However, the limitations of the original design restricted its application to the medical field. This inventive concept addresses the problem of adapting the core technology to address distinct challenges in various industries, where the benefits of a modular, disposable, and proximally loaded unit can be leveraged.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The inventive concept involves applying the proximal loaded disposable loading unit technology to diverse applications, including agricultural crop health monitoring, urban waste management, wearable vital sign monitoring, disaster response, and smart packaging. Each application leverages the modular design and adaptability of the loading unit to deploy targeted solutions, such as pest control measures, waste processing, medical interventions, critical infrastructure deployment, and optimal storage conditions. The loading unit's proximal loading feature enables efficient and effective deployment of these solutions, while its disposable nature ensures reduced maintenance and increased safety.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The novelty of this inventive concept lies in the unexpected application of the proximal loaded disposable loading unit technology to diverse industries, solving distinct problems and addressing unmet needs. The inventive step involves adapting the core technology to accommodate the specific requirements of each application, resulting in a modular, versatile, and adaptable solution.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include variations in the loading unit's design, materials, and deployment mechanisms to suit specific industry requirements. For example, a loading unit for agricultural monitoring could be designed with a waterproof and UV-resistant exterior, while a unit for wearable vital sign monitoring could incorporate miniaturized components and wireless connectivity.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The inventive concept has significant commercial potential across multiple industries, including agriculture, waste management, healthcare, disaster response, and logistics. The adaptable nature of the loading unit technology enables it to address a wide range of challenges, making it an attractive solution for companies seeking to innovate and improve their operations.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61B17/07207
A A61 A61B17/00
A A61 A61B17/0682
A A61 A61B17/072
A A61 A61B17/083
A A61 A61B17/10
A A61 A61B17/1155
A A61 A61B17/1285
A A61 A61B17/29
A A61 A61B17/3201
A A61 A61B17/320016
A A61 A61B34/30
A A61 A61B50/30
A A61 A61B17/00234
A A61 A61B2017/00017
A A61 A61B2017/0046
A A61 A61B2017/00115
A A61 A61B2017/00398
A A61 A61B2017/00477
A A61 A61B2017/00734
A A61 A61B2017/07257
A A61 A61B2017/07271
A A61 A61B2017/2905
A A61 A61B2017/2927
A A61 A61B2017/2929
A A61 A61B2017/2948
A A61 A61B2050/3014
A A61 A61B2090/0813

Field of Art

Medical device engineering, specifically surgical instrumentation and modular loading unit technologies with a focus on deployable systems for medical and industrial applications

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A biomedical engineer or mechanical engineer with expertise in medical device design, modular system architecture, and cross-industry technology adaptation, holding advanced degrees and 5-7 years of professional experience

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize the fundamental modularity and adaptable design principles inherent in the source patent's surgical loading unit, which naturally suggests potential cross-domain applications. The core technical concept of a proximal loaded, disposable unit with interchangeable components provides a clear technological framework for extending the invention beyond surgical contexts. The PTD's variations represent predictable engineering adaptations that leverage the source patent's core technological principles through systematic design translation.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Removable and replaceable loading unit with engagement structures for retention
PTD Variation
Agricultural sensor deployment system using modular loading unit for targeted pest control interventions
Obviousness Reasoning
A PHOSITA would recognize that the loading unit's core mechanical principles of modular attachment and targeted deployment are directly transferable to agricultural monitoring technologies, representing a known technique for system adaptation
Source Patent Element
Cartridge containing multiple surgical fasteners with replaceable components
PTD Variation
Wearable medical monitoring device incorporating disposable intervention loading unit
Obviousness Reasoning
The source patent's design for precise, controlled deployment of surgical elements naturally suggests adaptation to personalized medical intervention systems, representing a predictable technological extension
Source Patent Element
Elongated shaft with lumen designed to receive specialized loading units
PTD Variation
Disaster response robotic system utilizing proximal loaded unit for critical infrastructure deployment
Obviousness Reasoning
A PHOSITA would understand that the fundamental mechanical design principles of controlled, modular deployment are universally applicable across different technological domains, representing a finite set of design solutions
Source Patent Element
Compartment with sealable cover for containing surgical components
PTD Variation
Smart packaging solution with environmental monitoring and intervention capabilities
Obviousness Reasoning
The source patent's sealed compartment design provides a clear technological template for developing protective, responsive packaging systems, representing a known technique for technological translation
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on US Patent 11857186's disclosure of a proximal loaded disposable loading unit with modular, interchangeable components, the present publication demonstrates that the claimed variations represent obvious extensions of the prior art through predictable engineering adaptations. A person having ordinary skill in the art would readily recognize the fundamental technological principles enabling cross-domain application of the core loading unit design, rendering subsequent claims involving similar modular deployment systems anticipated and obvious.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,186
TitleProximal loaded disposable loading unit for surgical stapler
Assignee(s)REVMEDICA, INC.