Specialized Electrical Signal Measurement Systems for Niche Environments
Legal Citation
Summary of the Inventive Concept
The present inventive concept discloses systems and methods for measuring electrical signals in specialized environments, including high-security, disaster relief, extreme weather, high-altitude, and high-humidity conditions.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent described a system for measuring electrical signals using a plurality of measurement electrodes. However, it did not address the unique challenges and requirements of specific operational environments. The present inventive concept addresses these limitations by providing specialized solutions for measuring electrical signals in niche environments.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept includes systems and methods for measuring electrical signals in high-security environments, comprising encryption modules to secure transmission. For disaster relief situations, the inventive concept involves spatial filtering of electrical signals using measurement electrodes with low noise levels. In extreme weather conditions, the inventive concept features wearable devices with weather-resistant housings and pressure-resistant housings for high-altitude environments. Additionally, the inventive concept includes methods for spatial filtering of electrical signals in high-humidity environments using measurement electrodes with water-resistant coatings.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce novel features and components that are not present in the original patent, including encryption modules, weather-resistant and pressure-resistant housings, and measurement electrodes with water-resistant coatings. These additions provide a significant inventive step, enabling the measurement of electrical signals in specialized environments.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept may include the use of different encryption protocols, various types of weather-resistant materials, or alternative designs for the pressure-resistant housing. Additionally, the inventive concept could be adapted for use in other niche environments, such as underwater or space exploration.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in various industries, including healthcare, aerospace, and defense. The specialized solutions for measuring electrical signals in niche environments can provide critical advantages in these industries, enabling more accurate and reliable data collection in challenging operational environments.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Biomedical signal measurement technologies, specifically electrical signal monitoring systems with emphasis on wearable electrode-based devices for physiological data collection
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
An electrical engineer or biomedical technologist with expertise in signal processing, sensor design, and wearable medical device technologies, possessing knowledge of electrode configurations, noise reduction techniques, and environmental adaptation strategies
Obviousness Rationale
A person having ordinary skill would recognize that the PTD's variations represent predictable extensions of the source patent's core electrical signal measurement methodology, applying standard engineering design principles to adapt the core technology for specialized environmental conditions through known techniques of materials selection, signal processing, and protective housing design.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,341 |
|---|---|
| Title | Systems and methods of spatial filtering for measuring electrical signals |
| Assignee(s) | Apple Inc. |