Versatile Wearable Sensor Platform for Diverse Applications
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
This inventive concept expands the core technology of a vital signs monitoring ring with an integrated display to various new industries and use cases, including environmental pollution monitoring, climate change tracking, industrial equipment health monitoring, athletic performance optimization, and food quality control.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent focused on health and vital signs monitoring, but its innovative design and sensor integration capabilities can be leveraged to address diverse challenges in other fields. The new claims overcome the limitations of the original patent by applying the core technology to entirely different industries, providing a versatile wearable sensor platform for various applications.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept involves adapting the vital signs monitoring ring's architecture to accommodate sensors and components tailored to specific industries and use cases. For instance, the ring can be equipped with pollutant detection sensors for environmental monitoring, temperature and humidity sensors for climate change tracking, vibration and pressure sensors for industrial equipment health monitoring, physiological parameter sensors for athletic performance optimization, and spoilage detection sensors for food quality control. The integrated display and processing capabilities enable real-time data analysis and visualization, providing actionable insights for users in these diverse fields.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce a novel and non-obvious application of the core technology to diverse industries, demonstrating an inventive step beyond the original patent's health-focused scope. The inventive concept's versatility and adaptability to various use cases provide a unique value proposition.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include varying sensor configurations, display types, and processing architectures to cater to specific industry requirements. For example, a modular design could allow users to swap sensor modules depending on their application needs. Additionally, the platform could be integrated with other wearable devices or IoT systems to enhance its capabilities and reach.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential across various industries, including environmental monitoring, industrial automation, sports and fitness, and food safety. The wearable sensor platform's versatility and adaptability make it an attractive solution for companies seeking to develop innovative products and services in these markets.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61B5/6826 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/01 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/0245 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/1455 |
| A | A61 | A61B2562/0215 |
| A | A61 | A61B2562/0219 |
| A | A61 | A61B2562/0271 |
| A | A61 | A61B2562/166 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Wearable biomedical and environmental sensor systems, encompassing medical device design, sensor integration, and multi-purpose monitoring platforms with emphasis on miniaturized electronic systems and sensor technologies
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
An engineer with expertise in electrical engineering, biomedical instrumentation, sensor design, and embedded systems, possessing knowledge of miniaturization techniques, sensor integration, and cross-domain technology adaptation
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize the fundamental modular architecture of the vital signs monitoring ring as a versatile platform capable of sensor reconfiguration across multiple domains. The core technological elements - integrated display, compact form factor, sensor integration, and signal processing capabilities - provide a readily adaptable framework for extending functionality beyond healthcare monitoring. The disclosed variations represent predictable engineering modifications that leverage the existing technological infrastructure with minimal inventive complexity.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,342 |
|---|---|
| Title | Health and vital signs monitoring ring with integrated display and making of same |
| Assignee(s) | JABIL INC. |