Published Technical Disclosure Archive

Intelligent Osmotic Sanitary Collection System

Publication ID: 24-11857402_0010_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:Future Evolutions & Paradigm Shifts

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Intelligent Osmotic Sanitary Collection System,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857402_0010_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857402_0010_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. 11,857,402.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

A next-generation osmotic sanitary collection system integrating AI, machine learning, and advanced materials to provide personalized, adaptive, and sustainable menstrual hygiene solutions.

Background and Problem Solved

The original osmotic sanitary collection bag, while innovative, has limitations in terms of adaptability, user experience, and sustainability. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by introducing AI-driven predictive capabilities, real-time fluid absorption monitoring, and autonomous osmotic pressure adjustment, thereby providing a more efficient, comfortable, and eco-friendly solution for menstrual hygiene.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The intelligent osmotic sanitary collection system comprises a smart osmotic sanitary collection bag integrated with artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms to predict and adapt to individual users' menstrual cycles. The system includes a real-time fluid absorption monitoring system, a personalized notification system, and autonomous osmotic pressure adjustment in response to changes in menstrual flow. The wearable device features a flexible, breathable membrane that conforms to the user's body, with a self-cleaning mechanism and biodegradable absorbent material. The modular design allows for interchangeable absorbent modules with varying capacities and absorbency rates, ensuring optimal performance and minimizing waste.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce a paradigm shift in osmotic sanitary collection technology by integrating AI, machine learning, and advanced materials to create a personalized, adaptive, and sustainable solution. The inventive step lies in the combination of AI-driven predictive capabilities, real-time fluid absorption monitoring, and autonomous osmotic pressure adjustment, which enables a more efficient, comfortable, and eco-friendly menstrual hygiene experience.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the intelligent osmotic sanitary collection system could include variations in sensor technology, absorbent materials, and notification systems. For example, the system could utilize different types of sensors, such as pressure sensors or acoustic sensors, to detect changes in menstrual flow. Additionally, the absorbent material could be modified to incorporate antimicrobial properties or other features that enhance user comfort and hygiene.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The intelligent osmotic sanitary collection system has significant commercial potential in the menstrual hygiene market, with potential applications in the healthcare, consumer goods, and technology industries. The market for sustainable and adaptive menstrual hygiene solutions is growing rapidly, driven by increasing consumer demand for eco-friendly and personalized products. The new inventive concept is poised to capitalize on this trend, offering a unique and innovative solution that addresses the limitations of existing products.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61F13/5515
A A61 A61F13/15203
A A61 A61F13/49
A A61 A61F13/512
A A61 A61F2013/15463
A A61 A61F2013/15528
A A61 A61F2013/530802
A A61 A61F2013/53908
A A61 A61F2013/55155
A A61 A61F2013/8414
C C01 C01D7/00

Field of Art

Medical Device Technology - Specifically Feminine Hygiene Products, Absorbent Systems, and Wearable Health Monitoring Devices. Requires expertise in materials science, biomedical engineering, fluid dynamics, and sensor integration

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A biomedical engineer or medical device designer with advanced knowledge of materials science, fluid absorption technologies, sensor systems, and menstrual hygiene product design. Familiar with integrating electronic components into wearable medical devices and understanding osmotic pressure principles

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the PTD's AI-integrated sanitary collection system represents a predictable technological evolution of the source patent's core osmotic absorption technology. The integration of machine learning, real-time monitoring, and adaptive fluid management are logical extensions of existing sanitary collection bag technologies. The modular design and sensor-based improvements represent incremental innovations that would be obvious to a skilled practitioner seeking to enhance menstrual hygiene product functionality.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Absorbent sponge with drainage apertures for fluid collection
PTD Variation
AI-integrated real-time fluid absorption monitoring system with adaptive sensor technology
Obviousness Reasoning
Adding electronic monitoring to an existing absorption system is a known technique in medical device design, representing a predictable technological improvement with foreseeable results
Source Patent Element
Reusable sanitary collection bag with bacteria-killing properties
PTD Variation
Self-cleaning mechanism using ultraviolet light and ozone sterilization
Obviousness Reasoning
Expanding sterilization methods is an obvious design choice for improving hygiene, utilizing well-established sterilization technologies in medical contexts
Source Patent Element
Conventional sanitary device with adhesive attachment mechanisms
PTD Variation
Flexible, breathable membrane conforming to user's body with modular interchangeable components
Obviousness Reasoning
Improving wearability and customization of medical devices is a standard engineering approach, representing a logical progression of existing attachment technologies
Source Patent Element
Absorbent sponge infused with isopropyl alcohol for bacterial control
PTD Variation
Biodegradable absorbent material with integrated antimicrobial properties
Obviousness Reasoning
Exploring alternative antimicrobial materials and sustainability approaches is an expected innovation in medical device design, driven by known environmental and health considerations
Source Patent Element
Basic osmotic sanitary collection bag design
PTD Variation
AI-driven predictive menstrual cycle adaptation system
Obviousness Reasoning
Applying machine learning to personalize medical devices is a foreseeable technological progression, representing an obvious application of emerging computational technologies
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on a comprehensive analysis of US Patent 11857402 and the corresponding Published Technical Disclosure, a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art would find the claimed innovations obvious extensions of existing osmotic sanitary collection technologies. The incremental improvements in sensor integration, machine learning, and modular design represent predictable technological advancements that would be readily conceived by a skilled practitioner in the field of medical device design and feminine hygiene products.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,402
TitleOsmotic sanitary collection bag
Assignee(s)FLORIDA A&M UNIVERSITY