Adaptable Stent Technology for Diverse Industries

Publication ID: 24-11857440_0007_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Adaptable Stent Technology for Diverse Industries,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857440_0007_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857440_0007_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. 11,857,440.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

Expanding the applications of integrated Z and braided stent technology to address complex challenges in agricultural irrigation, wastewater treatment, water quality monitoring, and artificial reef creation.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent, 'Integrated Z and Wallstent,' revolutionized stent technology for the venous system. However, its limitations were confined to a specific medical application. This new inventive concept tackles the problem of restricted applicability by exploring the technology's potential in entirely new industries and use cases.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The integrated Z and braided stent technology is adapted for use in various industries, leveraging its unique properties to address specific challenges. In agricultural irrigation, the stent provides structural support and regulates water flow. In wastewater treatment, it enhances filtration efficiency and allows for adjustable flow rates. For water quality monitoring, the stent provides mechanical stability and facilitates electrical signal transmission. Finally, in artificial reef creation, it provides structural support and allows for marine life attachment. Each application takes advantage of the stent's adaptability, demonstrating its versatility and value.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce a paradigm shift in stent technology by applying the core concept to novel industries and use cases, thereby providing a non-obvious and innovative solution to previously unaddressed problems.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments may include modifying the stent's material composition, adjusting its dimensions, or integrating additional components to further enhance its functionality in each target industry. Variations could also involve using the stent in conjunction with other technologies to create hybrid solutions.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The adaptable stent technology has significant commercial potential across multiple industries, including agricultural irrigation, wastewater treatment, water quality monitoring, and artificial reef creation. The target market includes companies, governments, and organizations operating in these sectors, seeking innovative solutions to complex challenges.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61F2/90
A A61 A61F2/82
A A61 A61F2/848
A A61 A61F2/86
A A61 A61F2230/0028
A A61 A61F2230/0069
A A61 A61F2250/001

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,440
TitleIntegrated Z and Wallstent