Adaptive Protective Systems for Diverse Industries
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
This inventive concept leverages the core technology of the original protective device to create adaptive systems for protecting crops from frost, preserving historical artifacts, shielding electronic components from overheating, providing safe laboratory environments, and safeguarding workers from hazardous materials.
Background and Problem Solved
The original protective device, designed for laparoscopic surgery, had limitations in its applicability to other fields. This new concept addresses the need for adaptable protection solutions across various industries, where conventional methods are inadequate or non-existent.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept involves the deployment of expandable bodies made from diverse materials, tailored to specific industry requirements. For instance, thermal insulation materials are used for crop protection, while heat-resistant materials with high thermal conductivity are employed for electronic component shielding. The expandable bodies are designed to be adaptable, allowing for easy deployment and customization to suit various applications.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce novel applications and use cases that were not originally considered in the original patent. The inventive step lies in the adaptation of the core technology to address specific problems in diverse industries, resulting in a comprehensive range of protective solutions.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments may include using different materials, geometries, or deployment mechanisms to achieve the desired protective functions. Variations could also involve integrating sensors, monitoring systems, or other technologies to enhance the performance and safety of the protective systems.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The adaptive protective systems have vast commercial potential across multiple industries, including agriculture, cultural heritage preservation, electronics, laboratory research, and worker safety. The market demand for such solutions is significant, with potential customers ranging from farmers and museum curators to electronics manufacturers and laboratory researchers.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61B17/3496 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/3431 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/00831 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/3484 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Medical device design and protective systems, with expertise in minimally invasive surgical technologies, material science, and adaptive protective mechanisms across multiple industrial applications
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A professional with advanced engineering or biomedical design background, possessing knowledge of material properties, expandable structures, and cross-industry protective system design principles
Obviousness Rationale
A skilled practitioner would recognize the fundamental design principles of the source patent's protective membrane as readily adaptable to diverse protective applications. The core technological concept of an expandable, deployable protective body with configurable material properties represents a transferable solution across multiple technical domains. The PTD's variations demonstrate predictable extensions of the original surgical protective device's fundamental mechanical and material design principles.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,220 |
|---|---|
| Title | Protective device for use during surgery |
| Assignee(s) | SEABAS ENTERPRISES PTY LTD |