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Electrical Signal Measurement Technology for Diverse Industry Applications

Publication ID: 24-11857341_0002_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Electrical Signal Measurement Technology for Diverse Industry Applications,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857341_0002_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857341_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. 11,857,341.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

This inventive concept leverages the core technology of spatial filtering for measuring electrical signals to develop novel applications and use cases in environmental monitoring, climate tracking, agricultural soil health, natural disaster detection, and industrial equipment performance monitoring.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent focused on electrocardiogram (ECG) waveforms and measurement electrodes for wearable devices. However, the limitations of this approach were restricted to the medical field. The new inventive concept addresses the problem of adapting this technology to diverse industries, where accurate electrical signal measurement is crucial.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The inventive concept utilizes the spatial filtering method to selectively transmit data from low-noise measurement electrodes, generating comprehensive pollution maps, accurate climate models, detailed soil health maps, early warning systems for natural disasters, and predictive maintenance models for industrial equipment. This is achieved through the integration of wearable devices, controllers, and interface modules that adjust connectivity between electrodes to filter out high-noise data.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce a paradigm shift by applying the core technology to entirely different industries, solving unique problems and providing innovative solutions. The inventive step lies in the adaptation of spatial filtering for measuring electrical signals to address diverse industry challenges, demonstrating a non-obvious and novel approach.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments could include stationary devices, IoT sensors, or even implantable devices, all leveraging the spatial filtering method to measure electrical signals in various contexts. Variations could involve different types of measurement electrodes, customized for specific industries or applications.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The inventive concept has vast commercial potential, targeting industries such as environmental monitoring, climate research, agriculture, disaster response, and industrial maintenance. The market for these applications is substantial, with a growing need for accurate and reliable electrical signal measurement solutions.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61B5/681
A A61 A61B5/0006
A A61 A61B5/282
A A61 A61B5/304
A A61 A61B5/316
A A61 A61B5/332
A A61 A61B5/7214
A A61 A61B2560/0468
A A61 A61B2562/0209

Field of Art

Biomedical signal processing and measurement technologies, specifically focused on electrical signal acquisition using multi-electrode systems, with expertise in signal filtering, noise reduction, and wearable sensor design

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A biomedical engineer or electrical engineer with advanced degree, experienced in sensor design, signal processing algorithms, and understanding of multi-electrode measurement techniques for physiological and environmental monitoring

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the spatial filtering technique for electrical signal measurement disclosed in the source patent represents a generalizable methodology applicable across multiple domains beyond medical monitoring. The core principles of selective electrode data transmission and noise filtering are fundamentally transferable to environmental, agricultural, and industrial sensing contexts, representing a predictable extension of the original technological concept.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Measurement electrodes configured to obtain noise levels and selectively transmit signals from low-noise electrodes
PTD Variation
Applying the same electrode noise filtering technique to generate pollution maps and climate tracking systems
Obviousness Reasoning
A PHOSITA would recognize that signal filtering principles are universally applicable across sensing domains, with noise reduction being a common challenge in measurement technologies
Source Patent Element
Wearable device with multiple measurement electrodes positioned on different body regions
PTD Variation
Extending electrode placement to environmental sensors, agricultural monitoring devices, and industrial equipment sensors
Obviousness Reasoning
The fundamental design of distributed measurement points is a known technique that can be readily adapted to different sensing environments with predictable results
Source Patent Element
Method of selectively transmitting data based on noise characteristics
PTD Variation
Implementing noise filtering algorithms for generating predictive maintenance models and natural disaster early warning systems
Obviousness Reasoning
Signal processing techniques for extracting meaningful data from noisy environments represent a standard engineering approach with well-understood methodological principles
Source Patent Element
Reference electrode configuration for improving signal measurement accuracy
PTD Variation
Using reference electrode concepts in IoT sensors and stationary monitoring systems across different industries
Obviousness Reasoning
Reference electrode techniques are a known method for improving measurement precision, and their application across different sensing domains would be considered an obvious design adaptation
Source Patent Element
Wearable device with multiple electrode surfaces for electrical signal acquisition
PTD Variation
Creating modular sensor systems that can be reconfigured for different monitoring applications
Obviousness Reasoning
Modular sensor design with adaptable electrode configurations represents a predictable engineering solution for expanding technological applicability
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11857341 and the disclosed variations, a person of ordinary skill in the art would find the extension of spatial filtering electrical signal measurement techniques to environmental, agricultural, industrial, and climate monitoring domains to be obvious and lacking in non-obvious inventive characteristics. The fundamental signal processing methodology represents a predictable technological adaptation across diverse sensing contexts.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,341
TitleSystems and methods of spatial filtering for measuring electrical signals
Assignee(s)Apple Inc.