Electromechanical Sensing and Control Systems for Diverse Industries

Publication ID: 24-11857194_0007_PTD
Published: November 07, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Electromechanical Sensing and Control Systems for Diverse Industries,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857194_0007_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857194_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. 11,857,194.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

The inventive concept leverages the core technology of handheld electromechanical surgical systems to develop innovative sensing and control solutions for various industries, including aquaculture, precision agriculture, industrial air quality, food safety, and industrial water quality management.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent disclosed a handheld electromechanical surgical system for performing surgical procedures. However, this technology has untapped potential for application in other fields. The inventive concept addresses the need for efficient, accurate, and real-time monitoring and control systems in diverse industries, where existing solutions are often inadequate or non-existent.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The new inventive concept comprises handheld electromechanical devices equipped with advanced sensors and controllers. These devices can measure and analyze various parameters such as water quality, soil composition, air pollutants, contaminants, and more. The controllers generate alerts and recommendations for optimal conditions, enabling users to make data-driven decisions. For instance, in aquaculture, the device can detect water quality issues and provide recommendations for corrective actions, while in precision agriculture, it can analyze soil composition and generate customized fertilizer application plans.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce novel applications of the core technology, extending its reach beyond surgical systems. The inventive step lies in adapting the handheld electromechanical device to address specific challenges in various industries, thereby providing innovative solutions that were not obvious from the original patent.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments may include wearable devices, robotic systems, or stationary monitoring stations, each tailored to specific industry needs. Variations could involve integrating different types of sensors, machine learning algorithms, or cloud-based data analytics to enhance the system's capabilities.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The inventive concept has vast commercial potential across multiple industries, including aquaculture, agriculture, industrial manufacturing, and food processing. The market demand for efficient, accurate, and real-time monitoring and control systems is significant, and the inventive concept is poised to capture a substantial share of this market.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61B17/1155
A A61 A61B17/072
A A61 A61B17/07207
A A61 A61B17/320016
A A61 A61B17/068
A A61 A61B90/98
A A61 A61B2017/00017
A A61 A61B2017/00022
A A61 A61B2017/0046
A A61 A61B2017/00119
A A61 A61B2017/00199
A A61 A61B2017/00221
A A61 A61B2017/00398
A A61 A61B2017/00411
A A61 A61B2017/00464
A A61 A61B2017/00473
A A61 A61B2017/00725
A A61 A61B2017/00734
A A61 A61B2017/07257
A A61 A61B2017/07271
A A61 A61B2017/07285
A A61 A61B2017/2903
A A61 A61B2017/2904
A A61 A61B2017/320032
A A61 A61B2090/064
A A61 A61B2090/0803
A A61 A61B2090/0811
A A61 A61B2217/007
A A61 A61B2562/0261

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,194
TitleHandheld electromechanical surgical system
Assignee(s)Covidien LP