Synergistic Plate Denture Production System
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
An integrated system for producing customized plate dentures, combining stereolithography 3D printing, artificial intelligence, blockchain, and IoT technologies to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and patient satisfaction.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed a method for producing plate dentures using stereolithography, but it had limitations in terms of customization, verification, and monitoring. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by integrating AI, blockchain, and IoT technologies to create a more powerful and efficient system.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The system consists of a 3D printer configured to perform stereolithography using a curable composition, an artificial tooth with a projecting shape connected around the side surface, and a computer-aided design software integrated with artificial intelligence to generate a customized denture base design based on patient-specific data. The system also utilizes blockchain technology to create a digital twin of the denture, which is updated in real-time as the denture is manufactured, and verifies the authenticity of the manufactured denture. Additionally, the system includes a set of 3D-printed denture base templates with integrated sensors for monitoring the denture's structural integrity. The system further includes a machine learning algorithm for analyzing sensor data and predicting potential failures.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce the integration of AI, blockchain, and IoT technologies, which are not present in the original patent. The inventive step lies in the synergistic combination of these technologies to create a more efficient, accurate, and patient-centric system for producing customized plate dentures.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the system could include the use of different AI algorithms, blockchain platforms, or IoT sensors. Variations of the system could also include the integration of other technologies, such as computer vision or robotics, to further enhance the production process.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The synergistic plate denture production system has significant commercial potential in the dental industry, particularly in the fields of orthodontics and prosthodontics. The system could be marketed to dental clinics, hospitals, and research institutions, offering a more efficient and accurate way of producing customized plate dentures.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61C13/0013 |
| A | A61 | A61C13/01 |
| A | A61 | A61C13/10 |
| B | B29 | B29C64/124 |
| B | B33 | B33Y10/00 |
| B | B33 | B33Y80/00 |
| C | C09 | C09J7/10 |
| C | C09 | C09J7/30 |
| C | C09 | C09J2301/416 |
| C | C09 | C09J2433/00 |
| C | C09 | C09J2433/008 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Dental prosthetics, additive manufacturing (3D printing), and medical device fabrication, with expertise in stereolithography, polymer chemistry, and digital design technologies
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A professional with advanced training in dental engineering, materials science, and digital fabrication technologies, possessing knowledge of 3D printing techniques, polymer chemistry, and medical device design principles
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that integrating digital technologies like AI, blockchain, and IoT into dental prosthetic manufacturing represents a predictable extension of existing 3D printing and stereolithography techniques. The core manufacturing process remains fundamentally consistent with the source patent's method, with technological enhancements that would be considered routine optimization by those skilled in the art. The proposed variations represent incremental improvements that leverage emerging digital technologies to enhance existing manufacturing processes.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,385 |
|---|---|
| Title | Method of producing plate denture, curable composition for stereolithography, and plate denture production kit |
| Assignee(s) | TOKUYAMA DENTAL CORPORATION |