Environmental Monitoring and Industrial Waste Management System
Legal Citation
Summary of the Inventive Concept
A system and method for evaluating environmental pollutants and monitoring industrial waste disposal, utilizing a moveable platform attached to a computing device and an arrangement of receptacles to receive and retain sensors, transmitting data to a remote server for analysis and reporting.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent focused on evaluating neurological function, but its core technology can be adapted to address the pressing issues of environmental pollution and industrial waste management. Current methods of environmental monitoring and waste management are often cumbersome, expensive, and limited in their scope. The new inventive concept leverages the original patent's advancements to provide a more efficient, cost-effective, and comprehensive solution.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The system comprises a computing device, a moveable platform attached to the computing device, and an arrangement of receptacles formed in the platform to receive and retain sensors detecting environmental pollutants or waste disposal parameters. The sensors can be easily swapped or replaced, allowing for flexibility and adaptability in different monitoring scenarios. The system transmits the collected data to a remote server for analysis and reporting, enabling real-time monitoring and data-driven decision-making.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new inventive concept's novelty lies in its application of the original patent's technology to a distinct field, using a moveable platform and receptacles to accommodate sensors for environmental monitoring and industrial waste management. The inventive step is the recognition of the potential for the original technology to be repurposed for these new applications, and the development of a system that integrates the necessary components to achieve this.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments could include the use of different types of sensors, such as acoustic or optical sensors, or the integration of additional components, like GPS or weather stations, to provide more comprehensive data. Variations could also involve adapting the system for use in different industries, such as agriculture or construction, or developing portable, handheld devices for on-site monitoring.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The environmental monitoring and industrial waste management system has significant commercial potential in various industries, including environmental consulting, waste management, agriculture, and construction. The system's adaptability, cost-effectiveness, and ease of use make it an attractive solution for companies and organizations seeking to improve their environmental sustainability and compliance.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61B5/7271 |
| A | A61 | A61B3/032 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/11 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/112 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/1124 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/1125 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/16 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/165 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/225 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/4023 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/4076 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/4082 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/4088 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/162 |
| A | A61 | A61B2560/04 |
| A | A61 | A61B2562/0219 |
| G | G06 | G06F2203/04809 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Biomedical instrumentation and sensor systems, with expertise in device integration, data collection interfaces, and computational measurement platforms spanning medical diagnostics, environmental monitoring, and sensor-based data acquisition
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A skilled practitioner with advanced engineering or technical degree, familiar with modular computing device interfaces, sensor integration techniques, and cross-domain technological adaptation strategies
Obviousness Rationale
The published technical disclosure represents a straightforward technological translation of the source patent's core structural and functional principles into an environmental monitoring context. A person having ordinary skill would recognize the fundamental architectural similarities between the neurological testing apparatus and the proposed environmental sensor platform, particularly in the modular receptacle design and computing device interface. The systematic transfer of the original patent's mounting, sensing, and data transmission framework demonstrates predictable engineering adaptation across technical domains.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,349 |
|---|---|
| Title | Apparatus and related method to facilitate test via a computing device |
| Assignee(s) | THE CLEVELAND CLINIC FOUNDATION, BIOGEN MA INC. |