Enhanced Dental Device with Adaptive Motor Control and Safety Features
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
An improved dental device with a load-responsive motor control system that optimizes motor performance, prevents overheating, and provides a user-friendly interface for selecting treatment protocols, enhancing the overall efficiency and safety of dental treatments.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed a dental device with load-responsive motor control, which addressed the issue of motor speed adjustment based on the load applied. However, this design had limitations, such as the potential for overheating and the lack of adaptability to different treatment protocols. The new inventive concept builds upon the original patent by introducing advanced features that overcome these limitations, providing a more efficient, safe, and user-friendly dental device.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The enhanced dental device features an adaptive motor control system that adjusts the motor speed in real-time based on the detected load, ensuring optimal efficiency and preventing motor burnout. The system includes a sensor for detecting the load, a processor for adjusting the motor speed, and a data analytics module for tracking and analyzing motor performance over time. Additionally, the device incorporates a safety mechanism to prevent overheating, a vibration damping system to reduce handpiece vibration, and a user interface for selecting from a plurality of pre-programmed treatment protocols. These features enable dentists to perform a wide range of treatments with precision and confidence.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce several novel features, including the adaptive motor control system, the safety mechanism, and the vibration damping system, which provide a significant improvement over the original patent. The inventive step lies in the combination of these features, which work together to create a more efficient, safe, and user-friendly dental device.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include variations in the sensor technology used to detect the load, different motor control algorithms, or alternative user interface designs. Additionally, the device could be adapted for use in other medical or industrial applications where precise motor control is required.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The enhanced dental device has significant commercial potential in the dental industry, where there is a growing demand for advanced, efficient, and safe treatment solutions. The device could be marketed to dental clinics, hospitals, and research institutions, and could also be adapted for use in other industries, such as medical device manufacturing or industrial automation.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61C1/003 |
| A | A61 | A61C1/0038 |
| A | A61 | A61C1/186 |
| H | H02 | H02P29/0016 |
| A | A61 | A61C17/005 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Dental technology and precision motor control systems, specifically focusing on dental handpieces with adaptive motor control mechanisms. Requires expertise in mechanical engineering, electrical control systems, and dental instrument design
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A mechanical engineer or dental equipment designer with advanced knowledge of motor control systems, sensor technologies, and dental instrument performance requirements. Typically holds a master's degree or equivalent professional experience in precision mechanical systems
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the PTD's variations represent predictable engineering improvements to the source patent's load-responsive motor control system. The additional features like safety mechanisms, vibration damping, and adaptive control protocols are logical extensions of the original motor control concept. These variations solve known technical challenges in dental device performance through standard engineering problem-solving techniques.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,384 |
|---|---|
| Title | Dental device with load-responsive motor control |
| Assignee(s) | Dentsply Sirona Inc. |