Load-Responsive Motor Control for Diverse Industries

Publication ID: 24-11857384_0007_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Load-Responsive Motor Control for Diverse Industries,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857384_0007_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857384_0007_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. 11,857,384.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

Applying load-responsive motor control technology to various industries, including agriculture, oil drilling, wind energy, search and rescue, and manufacturing, to improve efficiency, reduce energy consumption, and enhance performance.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent, 'Dental device with load-responsive motor control,' introduced a motor-driven dental device with a motor control that responds to a load placed upon the motor. However, this technology has broader applications beyond dentistry. The present inventive concept addresses the limitations of the original patent by applying the load-responsive motor control technology to entirely new industries, solving problems related to efficiency, energy consumption, and performance in these fields.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The inventive concept involves adapting the load-responsive motor control technology to various industries, including agriculture, oil drilling, wind energy, search and rescue, and manufacturing. In each of these applications, the motor speed is adjusted based on the load encountered, optimizing performance, reducing energy consumption, and improving efficiency. For example, in agricultural crop harvesting, the motor speed increases in response to increasing load, improving crop yield and reducing energy consumption. Similarly, in oil drilling, the motor speed is adjusted based on the load encountered during drilling, optimizing drilling speed and reducing wear on the drilling tool.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The novelty of the inventive concept lies in its application of load-responsive motor control technology to diverse industries beyond dentistry. The inventive step involves recognizing the broader potential of this technology and adapting it to solve specific problems in new fields, resulting in improved efficiency, reduced energy consumption, and enhanced performance.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept may include using different types of sensors to detect load changes, implementing various control algorithms to adjust motor speed, or integrating the load-responsive motor control technology with other systems, such as IoT or AI platforms. Variations of the inventive concept could also involve applying the technology to other industries, such as construction, mining, or aerospace.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The inventive concept has significant commercial potential across various industries, including agriculture, oil and gas, renewable energy, search and rescue, and manufacturing. The market for load-responsive motor control technology is expected to grow as industries seek to improve efficiency, reduce energy consumption, and enhance performance. The technology's adaptability to diverse industries and applications positions it for widespread adoption and significant revenue generation.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61C1/003
A A61 A61C1/0038
A A61 A61C1/186
H H02 H02P29/0016
A A61 A61C17/005

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,384
TitleDental device with load-responsive motor control
Assignee(s)Dentsply Sirona Inc.