Modular Energy Systems for Diverse Industries
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
The present inventive concept discloses the application of modular energy systems with bezels having light blocking features to various industries, including warehouse logistics, agriculture, electric vehicles, wearable devices, and air quality monitoring. This concept enables the creation of streamlined, efficient, and interference-reduced systems in these fields.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent addressed the issue of cluttered operating rooms by introducing a modular energy system with a bezel having light blocking features. However, this technology has broader applications beyond the medical field. The present inventive concept solves the problem of electromagnetic interference and inefficiencies in diverse industries by leveraging the core technology of the original patent.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The modular energy system with a bezel having light blocking features is adapted for use in various industries. In warehouse logistics, the system optimizes inventory management and reduces electromagnetic interference between devices. In agriculture, the system provides a controlled environment for plant growth, improving yields. In electric vehicles, the system reduces electromagnetic interference between the vehicle's electrical systems. In wearable devices, the system reduces electromagnetic interference with nearby medical equipment. In air quality monitoring, the system reduces electromagnetic interference with air quality sensors. The bezel's light blocking features are configured to minimize electromagnetic interference in each application.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The novelty of the present inventive concept lies in the application of the modular energy system with a bezel having light blocking features to entirely new industries, which was not contemplated in the original patent. The inventive step is the recognition of the potential for this technology to solve real-world problems in diverse fields, beyond its original intended use.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include the use of different materials for the bezel, varying the design of the light blocking features, or integrating the modular energy system with other technologies, such as IoT devices or artificial intelligence. These variations would enable the concept to be adapted to specific industry requirements and further expand its commercial potential.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The present inventive concept has significant commercial potential in various industries, including warehouse logistics, agriculture, electric vehicles, wearable devices, and air quality monitoring. The market for these applications is substantial, with growing demand for efficient, streamlined, and interference-reduced systems. The concept's adaptability and versatility make it an attractive solution for companies seeking to improve their operations and products.
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)
Field of Art
Electrosurgical and modular energy systems with a focus on electromagnetic interference reduction, light management, and cross-industry device integration. Skill level requires advanced engineering knowledge in electrical systems, optical design, and modular component integration
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
An electrical engineer with expertise in modular system design, electromagnetic interference mitigation, optical signal transmission, and cross-domain technology adaptation. Capable of recognizing transferable design principles across different technological domains
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the fundamental light blocking and electromagnetic interference reduction principles disclosed in the source patent are universally applicable across multiple technological domains. The core technical mechanism of using a bezel with light blocking features to manage signal transmission and reduce interference represents a generalizable engineering solution that can be systematically adapted to different contexts. The PTD demonstrates predictable variations that extend the source patent's core technological concept through routine engineering design choices.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,252 |
|---|---|
| Title | Bezel with light blocking features for modular energy system |
| Assignee(s) | Cilag GmbH International |