Polymeric Dual Durometer Devices for Industrial, Agricultural, Athletic, and Musical Applications

Publication ID: 24-11857455_0007_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Polymeric Dual Durometer Devices for Industrial, Agricultural, Athletic, and Musical Applications,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857455_0007_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857455_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. 11,857,455.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

The present inventive concept leverages the core technology of reusable dual durometer polymeric devices to expand into new industries, including industrial fluid flow monitoring, agricultural irrigation optimization, athletic performance tracking, water damage detection, and musical instrument sound quality enhancement.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent disclosed a reusable menstrual discharge collection device with a dual durometer polymeric structure. However, its application was limited to feminine hygiene. The present inventive concept addresses the need for adaptable, high-performance polymeric devices in various industries, where existing solutions often lack the necessary durability, flexibility, and accuracy.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The new inventive concept comprises a range of polymeric dual durometer devices, each tailored to specific industrial, agricultural, athletic, and musical applications. These devices leverage the advantages of dual durometer polymeric structures, including improved durability, flexibility, and accuracy. For instance, in industrial fluid flow monitoring, the device collects and measures fluid flow rates, facilitating real-time monitoring and control. In agricultural irrigation optimization, the device analyzes soil moisture levels, enabling data-driven irrigation scheduling. In athletic performance tracking, the device detects and measures athletic movements, providing valuable insights for coaches and athletes. In water damage detection, the device detects moisture levels in building materials, alerting authorities to potential water damage. In musical instrument sound quality enhancement, the device integrates a reusable, dual durometer polymeric material into instrument design, improving acoustic resonance and durability.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce a significant inventive step by applying the core technology of reusable dual durometer polymeric devices to entirely new industries, solving specific problems and providing unique benefits in each field. The novelty lies in the adaptation of the original technology to address distinct challenges, resulting in innovative solutions that improve performance, accuracy, and efficiency.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept may include variations in device shape, size, and material composition, tailored to specific application requirements. For example, devices for industrial fluid flow monitoring could be designed with enhanced durability for harsh environments, while devices for musical instrument sound quality enhancement might prioritize acoustic resonance over durability.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The present inventive concept has vast commercial potential across multiple industries, including industrial process control, agricultural technology, athletic wearables, water damage prevention, and musical instrument manufacturing. The target market includes companies and organizations seeking innovative, high-performance solutions to improve efficiency, accuracy, and performance in their respective fields.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61F5/4553
A A61 A61F5/4404

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,455
TitleReusable dual durometer polymeric menstrual discharge collection device