Published Technical Disclosure Archive

Multi-Application Head-Mounted Device for Improved Performance and Wellness

Publication ID: 24-11857457_0007_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Multi-Application Head-Mounted Device for Improved Performance and Wellness,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857457_0007_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857457_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. 11,857,457.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

The present inventive concept leverages the core technology of a device for alleviating obstructive sleep apnea to create a versatile, head-mounted system applicable to various fields, including athletic performance monitoring, cognitive function enhancement, snoring reduction, anxiety disorder treatment, and speech clarity improvement.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent addressed the issue of obstructive sleep apnea, but its core technology has untapped potential for other applications. The present inventive concept solves the problem of limited scope by expanding the device's functionality to cater to diverse industries and use cases.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The inventive concept comprises a wearable device adapted to be fitted on and fixed to a user's head, featuring a passage portion, an adjustment element, and a locking element. The device is designed to accommodate various modules, such as sensors, vibration modules, calming modules, and others, which enable its application in different fields. For instance, the device can be used to monitor athletic performance, enhance cognitive function, reduce snoring, treat anxiety disorders, or improve speech clarity.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce a paradigm shift by applying the original patent's core technology to entirely new industries and use cases, thereby providing a non-obvious and novel solution. The inventive step lies in the recognition of the device's potential beyond sleep apnea alleviation and its adaptation to address distinct problems in various fields.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept may include variations in the device's design, materials, and module configurations to suit specific applications. For example, the device could be miniaturized for pediatric use or adapted for use in virtual reality environments.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The multi-application head-mounted device has vast commercial potential in various industries, including sports technology, healthcare, wellness, and education. The device's versatility and adaptability make it an attractive solution for companies seeking to expand their product offerings and enter new markets.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61F5/566
A A61 A61M1/73
A A61 A61M1/86
A A61 A61M1/87
A A61 A61M16/0683
A A61 A61M39/24
A A61 A61M2205/42
A A61 A61M2209/088
A A61 A61M2210/0643

Field of Art

Medical Device Technology, Specifically Head-Mounted Therapeutic Devices for Physiological Intervention, Encompassing Sleep Apnea Treatment, Performance Monitoring, and Neurological Support Systems

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A biomedical engineer or medical device designer with expertise in wearable technologies, biomechanical interventions, and adaptive medical systems, possessing knowledge of head-mounted device design, sensor integration, and multi-purpose therapeutic applications

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize the inherent adaptability of the source patent's head-mounted device architecture, understanding that its fundamental mechanical design (passage portion, adjustment element, locking mechanism) could be readily modified to address multiple physiological and performance-related challenges. The core technological principle of precise, controlled mechanical interaction remains consistent across the disclosed variations, suggesting a predictable extension of the original sleep apnea intervention technology. The modular design approach and adjustable mechanical structure provide a versatile platform for addressing diverse medical and performance optimization needs.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Base adapted to be fitted on and fixed to a user's head with a passage portion and adjustable mechanical elements
PTD Variation
Integrating sensor modules for athletic performance tracking within the existing mechanical framework
Obviousness Reasoning
Incorporating sensors into an existing head-mounted device represents a known technique in wearable technology, with predictable results in performance monitoring applications
Source Patent Element
Adjustment element capable of precise mechanical displacement within a passage portion
PTD Variation
Implementing vibration modules for nasal tissue stimulation to reduce snoring
Obviousness Reasoning
Adapting the mechanical adjustment mechanism to accommodate vibrational elements is a straightforward design modification within the predictable capabilities of a skilled practitioner
Source Patent Element
Locking mechanism for controlling mechanical movement
PTD Variation
Integrating calming audio/visual stimuli modules for anxiety disorder treatment
Obviousness Reasoning
Utilizing the existing mechanical structure to support additional therapeutic modules represents a logical extension of the device's core technological principles
Source Patent Element
Head-mounted device designed for physiological intervention
PTD Variation
Applying the device concept to cognitive function monitoring and speech clarity improvement
Obviousness Reasoning
Expanding the device's application to neurological and speech-related interventions represents a predictable variation given the device's fundamental design for precise physiological interaction
Source Patent Element
Precise mechanical adjustment capabilities
PTD Variation
Miniaturization and pediatric adaptation of the device
Obviousness Reasoning
Scaling and adapting medical device technologies for different user demographics is a standard practice within medical device engineering, representing an obvious design iteration
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11857457 and the disclosed variations, a person of ordinary skill in the art would find the proposed multi-application head-mounted device configurations obvious and lacking inventive step. The fundamental mechanical principles, modular design approach, and adaptable technological framework render the extended applications predictable and non-novel extensions of the original sleep apnea intervention technology.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,457
TitleDevice for alleviating obstructive sleep apnea
Assignee(s)GOOD NEWS MEDICAL CO., LTD.