Adaptive Sensor Systems for Environmental and Infrastructure Monitoring

Publication ID: 24-11857229_0007_PTD
Published: November 07, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Adaptive Sensor Systems for Environmental and Infrastructure Monitoring,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857229_0007_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857229_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. 11,857,229.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

The present disclosure relates to innovative sensor systems leveraging clavicle fixation technology to monitor and analyze environmental pollution, infrastructure health, agricultural crop health, and landslide activity, enabling data-driven decision-making and predictive maintenance.

Background and Problem Solved

The original clavicle fixation system, designed for trauma plates and intramedullary nails, has limitations in its application to other fields. The present inventive concept addresses these limitations by adapting the core technology to address critical issues in environmental monitoring, infrastructure maintenance, agriculture, and natural disaster prevention.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The inventive concept comprises sensor nodes, each incorporating adapted clavicle fixation components, such as intramedullary clavicle nails and anterior fixation plates. These sensors measure parameters like soil moisture, crop growth rates, structural integrity, and pollutant levels. The system analyzes the collected data to detect anomalies, predict potential issues, and provide actionable insights for stakeholders.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce a paradigm shift by applying clavicle fixation technology to entirely new industries, including environmental monitoring, infrastructure maintenance, agriculture, and natural disaster prevention. The inventive concept's novelty lies in its ability to repurpose existing technology to address pressing global challenges.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments may include integrating the sensor nodes with existing infrastructure, such as smart grids or agricultural drones. Variations could involve using different types of sensors or adapting the system for specific industries, like oil and gas or construction.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The inventive concept has vast commercial potential across multiple industries, including environmental consulting, infrastructure management, precision agriculture, and natural disaster prevention. The target market includes government agencies, private companies, and research institutions seeking innovative solutions for data-driven decision-making and predictive maintenance.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61B17/8061
A A61 A61B17/8004
A A61 A61B17/8014
A A61 A61B17/8057

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,229
TitleClavicle fixation system
Assignee(s)Globus Medical, Inc.