Modular Energy System with Light Blocking Features for Diverse Industries

Publication ID: 24-11857252_0002_PTD

Published: November 07, 2025

Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Modular Energy System with Light Blocking Features for Diverse Industries,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857252_0002_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857252_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. 11,857,252.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

A modular energy system with light blocking features is adapted for use in various industries beyond surgical systems, providing improved user experience, safety, and efficiency in warehouse logistics, manufacturing facilities, data centers, retail environments, and telecommunication networks.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent addressed the need for streamlined capital solutions in operating rooms, but its light blocking features can be leveraged in other industries where visual distractions, glare, or electromagnetic interference hinder performance. The new inventive concept tackles these limitations by applying the core technology to novel applications.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The modular energy system consists of a bezel with light blocking features, which can be configured to reduce visual distractions, glare, or electromagnetic interference in various environments. In warehouse logistics, the system optimizes workflows by minimizing distractions. In manufacturing facilities, it enhances safety by reducing glare on equipment. In data centers, it reduces electromagnetic interference with sensitive equipment. In retail environments, it improves user experience by reducing visual distractions. In telecommunication networks, it minimizes electromagnetic interference with critical infrastructure.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce a paradigm shift by applying the light blocking features to diverse industries, demonstrating a non-obvious and innovative extension of the original patent's concept. The inventive step lies in recognizing the broader applicability of the technology and adapting it to address specific challenges in new fields.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments may include adjustable light blocking features, customizable bezel designs, or integration with existing infrastructure in each industry. Variations could involve using different materials, shapes, or sizes of light pipes to accommodate specific industry requirements.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in various industries, including warehouse logistics, manufacturing, data centers, retail, and telecommunication networks. The modular energy system can be marketed as a customizable solution for improving user experience, safety, and efficiency in these sectors.

CPC Classifications

Section	Class	Group
A	A61	A61B18/18
F	F21	F21V23/06
F	F21	F21V31/005
F	F21	F21V31/03
A	A61	A61B34/25
A	A61	A61B90/37
A	A61	A61B2018/00178
A	A61	A61B2018/1807
A	A61	A61B2090/372
F	F21	F21W2131/205
F	F21	F21Y2115/10

Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)

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Field of Art

Modular energy systems and optical interface technologies, with expertise in electrosurgical systems, optical signal transmission, and interdisciplinary device integration across medical, industrial, and telecommunications domains

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

An engineer with advanced degree in electrical, mechanical, or biomedical engineering, possessing knowledge of optical signal transmission, modular system design, and cross-industry technology adaptation

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the light blocking and signal transmission principles disclosed in the source patent are fundamentally transferable across technical domains. The core technology of managing optical signal propagation through modular interfaces represents a generalizable engineering solution with predictable adaptations. The PTD demonstrates that the fundamental optical and mechanical design principles are universally applicable when appropriately configured for specific environmental constraints.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element

Light pipe configured to receive light from a control circuit board with specific mounting features

PTD Variation

Adapting light pipe design for electromagnetic interference reduction in data centers and telecommunications networks

Obviousness Reasoning

A PHOSITA would recognize that light blocking principles are directly transferable between technical domains as a known technique for signal management, representing a predictable engineering solution

Source Patent Element

Mounting features with specific dimensional relationships to reduce light spot variations

PTD Variation

Configuring bezel geometries to minimize visual distractions in warehouse and retail environments

Obviousness Reasoning

Modifying optical interface geometries to address environmental constraints represents a standard design optimization approach within optical system engineering

Source Patent Element

Modular coupling between port and energy modules

PTD Variation

Extending modular design principles to create adaptable systems across manufacturing, logistics, and telecommunications infrastructures

Obviousness Reasoning

Modular system architectures represent a known technique for creating flexible technological platforms with predictable scalability and reconfiguration potential

Source Patent Element

Light pipe with engagement arms and receptacle notch

PTD Variation

Implementing configurable light blocking interfaces with industry-specific geometric variations

Obviousness Reasoning

Adapting mechanical coupling mechanisms across domains is a standard engineering practice when fundamental interaction principles remain consistent

Source Patent Element

Control circuit board light transmission management

PTD Variation

Applying signal management techniques to reduce electromagnetic interference in sensitive equipment environments

Obviousness Reasoning

Managing optical and electromagnetic signal propagation represents a well-understood engineering challenge with predictable solution strategies

35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on US Patent 11857252, the present publication demonstrates that a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art would find the disclosed modular energy system variations obvious through standard engineering adaptation techniques. The fundamental optical interface and signal management principles represent transferable technological solutions that would be readily apparent to a skilled practitioner when considering cross-domain system design challenges.

Original Patent Information

Patent Number	US 11,857,252
Title	Bezel with light blocking features for modular energy system
Assignee(s)	Cilag GmbH International