Intelligent Triple Flexion System
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
An integrated wearable device that combines AI, IoT, blockchain, and advanced materials to provide personalized, real-time assistance for hip, knee, and ankle flexion during walking, enhancing mobility and preventing injuries.
Background and Problem Solved
The original Triple Flexion Device patent addresses the issue of hip, knee, and ankle flexion loss during walking, but it lacks the ability to adapt to individual user needs, monitor performance, and provide predictive maintenance. The new inventive concept integrates distinct technologies to overcome these limitations, offering a more powerful and effective system.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The Intelligent Triple Flexion System consists of a wearable device with a sensor module that monitors the user's gait and detects anomalies, a triple flexion mechanism that adjusts flexion levels based on real-time feedback, and a blockchain-based platform for securely storing and sharing user data. The system also incorporates AI-powered software for optimizing flexion levels, IoT sensors for predictive maintenance, and interchangeable components made from advanced materials. The user interface allows for selecting and configuring components based on individual user needs.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The integration of AI, IoT, blockchain, and advanced materials with the original Triple Flexion Device concept is new and non-obvious, providing a synergistic combination that significantly enhances the system's functionality and effectiveness.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the Intelligent Triple Flexion System could include variations in sensor types, AI algorithms, blockchain platforms, and advanced materials used. Additionally, the system could be adapted for use in different mobility-assisting devices or integrated with other health monitoring systems.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The Intelligent Triple Flexion System has significant commercial potential in the healthcare, rehabilitation, and sports industries, offering a unique solution for individuals with mobility impairments, athletes, and fitness enthusiasts. The system's predictive maintenance and injury prevention capabilities also provide opportunities for partnerships with insurance providers and healthcare organizations.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61F5/0113 |
| A | A61 | A61F5/0102 |
| A | A61 | A61F5/0106 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Orthopedic assistive devices and biomechanical mobility enhancement technologies, focusing on wearable devices for joint flexion assistance, particularly for neurological or mobility-impaired patients
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A biomedical engineer or rehabilitation technology specialist with expertise in biomechanical design, sensor integration, materials science, and assistive device development, holding advanced degrees and practical experience in orthopedic device innovation
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that integrating advanced sensing, AI, and modular design technologies with the foundational triple flexion device concept represents a predictable technological evolution. The source patent's core mechanism of joint flexion assistance provides a clear technical foundation for incorporating intelligent monitoring and adaptive technologies. The proposed variations represent logical extensions of existing assistive device design principles, utilizing well-established technological approaches to enhance functionality.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,395 |
|---|---|
| Title | Triple flexion device |