Adaptive Wearable Devices for Performance Monitoring and Injury Prevention
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept applies the core technology of the original spinal implant patent to wearable devices for athletic performance monitoring and injury prevention, as well as livestock behavior tracking and agricultural practice optimization.
Background and Problem Solved
The original spinal implant patent addressed the need for implants with resilient, elastic or flexible arms. However, the limitations of the original patent are its specificity to spinal implants and lack of consideration for other industries. This inventive concept solves the problem of limited applicability by adapting the core technology to new industries.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The new inventive concept involves wearable devices with at least one resilient, elastic or flexible arm adapted to have an arm axis that becomes generally parallel to an axis of a sensor that is received in the wearable device. This enables the device to accurately monitor athletic performance, detect abnormal movement patterns, and track livestock behavior. The wearable device can be secured to a user's or animal's body, and the sensor data can be used to generate personalized training recommendations, optimize agricultural practices, and prevent injuries.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce a novel application of the original spinal implant technology to wearable devices, which is non-obvious and unexpected in the art. The inventive step lies in the adaptation of the resilient arm design to accommodate sensors and enable accurate data collection in various industries.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include variations in wearable device design, sensor types, and data analysis algorithms. For example, the wearable device could be adapted for use in extreme sports, or the sensor could be replaced with a camera or microphone for enhanced data collection.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in the sports technology, livestock monitoring, and agricultural industries. The wearable devices could be marketed to professional sports teams, athletes, and livestock farmers, offering a competitive edge in performance monitoring and injury prevention.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61F2/4455 |
| A | A61 | A61F2/447 |
| A | A61 | A61F2002/30004 |
| A | A61 | A61F2002/30014 |
| A | A61 | A61F2002/30131 |
| A | A61 | A61F2002/30383 |
| A | A61 | A61F2002/30593 |
| A | A61 | A61F2002/30604 |
| A | A61 | A61F2002/30787 |
| A | A61 | A61F2002/30904 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Biomedical engineering and wearable sensor technologies, specifically focused on biomechanical monitoring systems with adaptive structural elements for medical, athletic, and agricultural applications
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A biomedical engineer or technical professional with expertise in sensor integration, biomechanical monitoring, and adaptive mechanical systems, holding at least a master's degree with 3-5 years of experience in medical device or wearable technology design
Obviousness Rationale
The PTD represents a straightforward technological translation of the source patent's core mechanical principle of a resilient, adaptable arm mechanism from spinal implants to wearable sensor platforms. A PHOSITA would recognize the fundamental similarity in structural design - a flexible arm that dynamically aligns with an inserted component - and understand that such a mechanism could be readily adapted across different technological domains with predictable results.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,434 |
|---|---|
| Title | Spinal implant and assembly |
| Assignee(s) | X-Spine Systems, Inc. |