Specialized Implantable Devices for Niche Environments
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
This inventive concept adapts implantable medical devices for specific, narrow markets or unique operational environments, such as high-security needs, disaster relief, extreme weather conditions, remote locations, and high-altitude environments.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent discloses adjustable implantable devices, but it lacks specific solutions for niche environments. This inventive concept addresses the need for adaptable implantable devices that can operate effectively in challenging environments, ensuring patient safety and treatment efficacy.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The new inventive concept comprises implantable devices, such as shunts, and energy delivery catheters designed to operate in specialized environments. For disaster relief, the system includes a portable, solar-powered energy source. In high-security environments, the energy delivery catheter features secure, encrypted communication. For extreme weather conditions, the catheter is designed to withstand extreme temperatures and weather conditions. In remote, off-grid locations, the catheter is self-sustaining and battery-powered. For high-altitude environments, the catheter is designed to operate effectively in low-oxygen environments.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new inventive concept introduces novel adaptations for specific environments, which are not obvious from the original patent. The inventive step lies in the unique combinations of components and features that enable the implantable devices to operate effectively in these niche environments.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments may include implantable devices with modular components, allowing for customization for specific environments. Variations may include using different energy sources, such as fuel cells or piezoelectric generators, to power the energy delivery catheters.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
This inventive concept has significant commercial potential in the medical device industry, particularly in the areas of disaster relief, high-security medical facilities, and remote or extreme environment medical care. The target industries include medical device manufacturers, disaster relief organizations, and specialized medical facilities.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61B17/12177 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/11 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/1204 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/12109 |
| A | A61 | A61M27/002 |
| A | A61 | A61M2205/04 |
| A | A61 | A61M2205/3331 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Medical device engineering, specifically implantable adjustment systems, interventional medical devices, and minimally invasive surgical technologies. Requires expertise in materials science, biomedical engineering, fluid dynamics, and thermal energy manipulation for medical device modification
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A biomedical engineer or medical device designer with advanced degree, 3-5 years professional experience, familiar with shape memory materials, catheter-based interventional techniques, and adaptive implantable medical technologies
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the PTD's environmental adaptations represent predictable engineering variations of the source patent's core technology. The fundamental mechanism of adjusting implantable devices via energy-mediated shape memory components remains consistent, with environmental modifications representing standard design optimization strategies. The PTD's variations demonstrate routine problem-solving within the established technological framework of the source patent.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,197 |
|---|---|
| Title | Adjustable implantable devices and associated methods |
| Assignee(s) | Shifamed Holdings, LLC |