Specialized Plate Denture Production Systems for Niche Environments
Legal Citation
Summary of the Inventive Concept
Adaptations of plate denture production systems for high-security needs, disaster relief, extreme weather conditions, remote locations, and high-altitude environments, offering enhanced security, portability, durability, and material efficiency.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent discloses a method of producing plate dentures using stereolithography 3D printing. However, this method may not be suitable for specific, niche environments that require unique adaptations. The present inventive concept addresses these limitations by providing specialized variations of plate denture production systems for high-security needs, disaster relief, extreme weather conditions, remote locations, and high-altitude environments.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept comprises a system for producing plate dentures in high-security environments, featuring enhanced security features and a curable composition with a first and second polymerization initiator. Another embodiment is a method for producing plate dentures for disaster relief, utilizing a portable and compact 3D printing system. Additionally, a plate denture production kit is designed for extreme weather conditions, with a focus on durability. Furthermore, a system for producing plate dentures in remote or isolated locations is configured to minimize material requirements. Lastly, a method for producing plate dentures for high-altitude environments is adapted for use in low-pressure environments.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The inventive concept's novelty lies in its adaptation of plate denture production systems for specific, niche environments, incorporating unique features such as enhanced security, portability, durability, and material efficiency. The inventive step resides in the combination of the original patent's method with the specialized requirements of each niche environment.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments may include variations of the curable composition, such as using different polymerization initiators or adjusting the composition's viscosity. Other variations may involve modifications to the 3D printing system, such as incorporating additional sensors or adjusting the printing speed.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has potential commercial applications in various industries, including healthcare, disaster relief, and aerospace. The target market includes dental clinics, disaster relief organizations, and aerospace companies operating in high-altitude environments.
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 and additive manufacturing, specifically stereolithographic 3D printing of dental devices, requiring expertise in materials science, polymer chemistry, dental engineering, and advanced manufacturing techniques
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A skilled practitioner with advanced degrees in dental engineering or materials science, familiar with stereolithographic 3D printing, polymer chemistry, and dental prosthetic design, capable of understanding complex material compositions and manufacturing processes
Obviousness Rationale
A person having ordinary skill would recognize that adapting the source patent's plate denture production method to specialized environments represents predictable variations using known techniques. The fundamental stereolithographic process remains consistent, with modifications representing routine engineering adaptations to specific use cases. The core technological principles of the original patent provide a clear framework for extending the invention to different operational contexts.
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 |