Air Quality Monitoring and Improvement Systems for Diverse Industries

Publication ID: 24-11857339_0002_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Air Quality Monitoring and Improvement Systems for Diverse Industries,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857339_0002_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857339_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. 11,857,339.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

The present inventive concept discloses novel applications of air quality monitoring and improvement technology in various industries, including greenhouses, agricultural settings, athletic training, commercial buildings, and public health, providing a comprehensive solution for hazardous air quality warning and air quality improvement.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent disclosed a headgear-type device for hazardous air quality warning and air quality improvement, primarily focusing on worker safety in hazardous environments. However, the limitations of the original patent are that it only addresses a specific industry and does not explore the potential of this technology in other fields. The present inventive concept addresses this limitation by applying the core technology to diverse industries, providing a more comprehensive solution for air quality monitoring and improvement.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The inventive concept comprises various systems and methods for monitoring and improving air quality in different industries. In greenhouses, the system includes a network of air quality sensors, a server for processing air quality data, and a ventilation system for controlling air circulation based on air quality levels. In agricultural settings, the method involves collecting air quality data using a network of sensors, analyzing the data to identify optimal air quality conditions, and adjusting environmental factors to achieve the optimal conditions. In athletic training, the wearable device includes an air quality sensor, a biometric sensor, and a notification system for alerting the athlete to hazardous air quality conditions. In commercial buildings, the system includes a network of air quality sensors, a server for processing air quality data, and a building management system for adjusting HVAC settings based on air quality levels. In public health, the method involves collecting air quality data, analyzing the data to identify patterns and trends, and generating predictive models for air pollution events.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The novelty of the present inventive concept lies in its application of air quality monitoring and improvement technology to diverse industries, which is not obvious from the original patent. The inventive step is the recognition of the potential of this technology to address air quality issues in various fields and the development of novel systems and methods to achieve this.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept may include the use of different types of sensors, such as optical or electrochemical sensors, or the integration of machine learning algorithms to improve the accuracy of air quality predictions. Variations of the inventive concept may include the application of this technology to other industries, such as residential buildings or transportation systems.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The present inventive concept has significant commercial potential in various industries, including agriculture, athletics, commercial real estate, and public health. The market for air quality monitoring and improvement systems is growing rapidly, driven by increasing concerns about environmental sustainability and public health. The inventive concept's ability to provide comprehensive solutions for air quality monitoring and improvement in diverse industries positions it for significant market share and revenue growth.

Field of Art

Environmental monitoring and personal protective equipment, with expertise in sensor technologies, air quality assessment, and wearable health monitoring devices

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A professional with advanced engineering or environmental science background, familiar with sensor integration, data processing systems, and adaptive monitoring technologies for workplace safety and environmental conditions

Obviousness Rationale

A person of ordinary skill would recognize the source patent's core technology of air quality monitoring and personal protection as readily adaptable to multiple industrial contexts. The fundamental principles of sensor-based environmental monitoring and responsive systems are transferable across different domains. The PTD's variations represent predictable extensions of the source patent's core technological framework by applying known monitoring and intervention strategies to diverse environments.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Headgear-type device with integrated biometric and air quality sensors
PTD Variation
Wearable device for athletic training with air quality and biometric sensors
Obviousness Reasoning
Straightforward adaptation of existing sensor integration technology to a new use case, representing a predictable application of known sensor fusion techniques
Source Patent Element
Portable air purifier attached to worker's body
PTD Variation
Ventilation systems in greenhouses and commercial buildings controlled by air quality sensor networks
Obviousness Reasoning
Logical extension of environmental control principles from personal protective equipment to larger-scale environmental management systems
Source Patent Element
Server-based system for processing biometric and air quality information
PTD Variation
Machine learning algorithms for predicting air pollution events and analyzing environmental data patterns
Obviousness Reasoning
Natural progression of data processing technologies, using known machine learning techniques to enhance predictive capabilities of existing monitoring systems
Source Patent Element
Communication system for transmitting hazard warnings
PTD Variation
Notification systems in agricultural and athletic training contexts for alerting users to environmental conditions
Obviousness Reasoning
Routine application of warning transmission technologies across different professional and environmental monitoring scenarios
Source Patent Element
Integrated sensor system for detecting environmental hazards
PTD Variation
Comprehensive air quality monitoring systems for diverse industries including residential, commercial, and public health contexts
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable technological scaling and generalization of sensor integration principles to address broader environmental monitoring challenges
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11857339, a person having ordinary skill in the art would find the air quality monitoring and improvement variations disclosed herein to be obvious extensions of the prior art, representing predictable technological adaptations that do not rise to the level of non-obvious innovation. The disclosed systems and methods represent routine applications of known sensor integration, data processing, and environmental control technologies across multiple domains.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,339
TitleHeadgear-type device for hazardous air quality warning and air quality improvement
Assignee(s)LEESTECH SYSTEM CO., LTD.