Multifaceted Ostomy Technology Applications
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept leverages the core technology of the ostomy appliance patent to develop innovative solutions for diverse industries, including hydroelectric power plants, wind farms, manufacturing process monitoring, environmental pollution detection, and crop yield improvement.
Background and Problem Solved
The original ostomy appliance patent addressed the limitations of traditional ostomy appliances, but its core technology has untapped potential in other fields. The inventive concept tackles the specific problems of inefficient fluid flow in hydroelectric power plants, suboptimal energy generation in wind farms, inaccurate manufacturing process monitoring, ineffective environmental pollution detection, and inefficient crop irrigation.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept involves adapting the non-circular flange and faceplate design of the ostomy appliance to create novel solutions for various industries. For instance, the non-circular faceplate with at least one substantially straight edge can be used in hydroelectric power plants to optimize fluid flow and increase energy generation. Similarly, the tapered edge of the ostomy appliance can facilitate overlapping by wind turbine blades, leading to more efficient energy production. In manufacturing, the 'D'-shaped flange can be used to attach sensors for accurate process monitoring, while the channels in the ostomy appliance can be utilized for cutting sampling materials in environmental pollution detection. Lastly, the protrusions or rails on the ostomy appliance can be used to cut irrigation materials, improving crop yields.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The inventive concept introduces a paradigm shift by applying the core technology of the ostomy appliance to entirely new industries, demonstrating a non-obvious and innovative approach. The combination of the non-circular flange and faceplate design with the specific problems of these industries constitutes a novel and inventive step.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include using different materials, shapes, or sizes of the non-circular flange and faceplate, as well as integrating sensors, actuators, or other components to enhance the functionality of the solutions. Variations could also involve adapting the ostomy appliance design to address specific challenges in other industries, such as aerospace or biomedical engineering.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in various industries, including hydroelectric power generation, wind energy, manufacturing process monitoring, environmental pollution detection, and crop yield improvement. The target market includes companies operating in these industries, as well as research institutions and government agencies seeking innovative solutions to specific problems.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61F5/4404 |
| A | A61 | A61F5/448 |
| A | A61 | A61B46/00 |
| A | A61 | A61B2090/037 |
| A | A61 | A61F2013/00978 |
| A | A61 | A61M1/90 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Medical device design and engineering, specifically ostomy appliance technologies, involving biomaterials, fluid management systems, and adaptive medical device configurations
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A biomedical engineer or medical device designer with expertise in materials science, fluid dynamics, and mechanical design, possessing knowledge of modular medical device architectures and cross-industry technology adaptation
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the fundamental structural elements of the ostomy appliance - specifically its non-circular flange, adaptable material properties, and configurable aperture - represent a versatile design framework readily translatable across multiple technical domains. The disclosed variations demonstrate predictable applications of known geometric and material principles by systematically mapping the appliance's core structural features onto analogous technical challenges in other industries. Such cross-domain technological translation represents a standard problem-solving approach for skilled practitioners familiar with modular design strategies.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,453 |
|---|---|
| Title | Ostomy appliance |
| Assignee(s) | Sanguine Technology, LLC |