Adaptive Ostomy Faceplates for Enhanced Athletic Performance and Skin Health
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
This inventive concept leverages the core technology of ostomy faceplates to develop novel applications in athletic performance monitoring, prosthetic attachment optimization, high-impact activity wearables, skin health monitoring, and wound care improvement.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent focused on ostomy faceplates for use in close proximity with creases, rolls, or folds. However, the limitations of this technology are its restricted applicability to specific medical contexts. This inventive concept addresses the need for adaptable ostomy faceplates that can be applied to various industries and problems, such as athletic performance monitoring, prosthetic attachment, and skin health monitoring.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The new inventive concept comprises wearable ostomy faceplates with substantially straight edges, configured for use in close proximity with skin creases, rolls, or folds. These faceplates incorporate sensors for tracking athletic metrics, detecting skin irritation or inflammation, or applying negative pressure wound therapy. The faceplates can be aligned with skin creases, rolls, or folds to optimize prosthetic attachment and reduce skin irritation. The incorporation of shock-absorbing materials enables the use of these faceplates in high-impact activities.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce novel applications of ostomy faceplates in athletic performance monitoring, prosthetic attachment optimization, high-impact activity wearables, skin health monitoring, and wound care improvement. The inventive step lies in the adaptation of the core technology to address specific problems in these new industries, providing a non-obvious and innovative solution.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include ostomy faceplates with curved or angled edges, or those incorporating additional sensors for monitoring other athletic or health metrics. Variations could also include the use of different materials, such as flexible or breathable materials, to enhance comfort and wearability.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in the athletic wearables market, the prosthetic attachment industry, and the skin health monitoring sector. The technology could be licensed to companies operating in these markets, or Sanguine Technology, LLC could develop its own products and services based on this inventive concept.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61F5/448 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Medical device engineering, specifically ostomy appliance design and wearable medical technology with a focus on anatomical interface systems
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A biomedical engineer with expertise in medical device design, prosthetic interfaces, sensor integration, and understanding of human anatomy, with knowledge of materials science and biomechanical adaptation
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the core ostomy faceplate technology from US 11857454 provides a foundational design that can be readily adapted to additional functional domains by integrating sensors, modifying material properties, and exploring alternative attachment strategies. The source patent's emphasis on configuring faceplates for proximity with skin creases inherently suggests potential for expanded applications beyond traditional medical use. The disclosed variations represent predictable extensions of existing ostomy appliance design principles using standard engineering techniques.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,454 |
|---|---|
| Title | Ostomy faceplates configured for use in close proximity with creases, rolls, or folds |
| Assignee(s) | Sanguine Technology, LLC |