Next-Generation Vaginal Cooling Systems for Menopause Symptom Relief

Publication ID: 24-11857458_0005_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:Future Evolutions & Paradigm Shifts

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Next-Generation Vaginal Cooling Systems for Menopause Symptom Relief,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857458_0005_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857458_0005_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. 11,857,458.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

This inventive concept envisions a paradigm shift in menopause symptom management, introducing wearable, implantable, and non-invasive vaginal cooling systems that leverage cutting-edge technologies to provide personalized, adaptive, and holistic relief from hot flashes and other symptoms.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent for a freezable insert device, while providing some relief, has limitations in terms of comfort, convenience, and effectiveness. The present inventive concept addresses these limitations by introducing more advanced, user-centric, and intelligent solutions that can better address the complex needs of menopausal women.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The newly generated claims envision a range of next-generation vaginal cooling systems, including wearable mesh-based systems, implantable bio-compatible devices, smart shape-memory inserts, non-invasive transvaginal ultrasound cooling systems, and AI-driven menopause management platforms. These systems leverage advanced materials, micro-cooling nodes, thermoelectric coolers, power harvesting systems, neural interfaces, and machine learning algorithms to provide personalized temperature regulation, real-time monitoring, and feedback. These solutions can be integrated with wearable biometric sensors, smartphone apps, and other digital health tools to offer a comprehensive menopause symptom management ecosystem.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce a significant inventive step by incorporating advanced technologies, such as micro-cooling nodes, thermoelectric coolers, and AI-driven platforms, which enable personalized, adaptive, and holistic menopause symptom relief. These innovations overcome the limitations of the original patent and provide a new paradigm for menopause management.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include variations in the design and materials of the wearable mesh, the architecture of the implantable device, or the algorithms used in the AI-driven platform. Additionally, the inventive concept could be adapted for use in other areas of the body, such as the skin or muscles, to provide relief from other types of pain or discomfort.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The next-generation vaginal cooling systems envisioned in this inventive concept have significant commercial potential in the menopause management market, which is expected to grow significantly in the coming years. The target industries include pharmaceuticals, medical devices, digital health, and women's health, with potential partnerships and collaborations with healthcare providers, research institutions, and technology companies.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61F7/12
A A61 A61L31/042
A A61 A61F13/34
A A61 A61F2007/005
A A61 A61F2007/0219
A A61 A61F2007/108
A A61 A61H23/02
A A61 A61H2205/087

Field of Art

Medical device design for women's health, specifically focusing on temperature-regulated devices for managing menopausal symptoms, encompassing biomaterials, thermoregulatory technologies, and minimally invasive medical interventions

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A biomedical engineer or medical device designer with expertise in thermal management, biomaterials, wearable technologies, and women's health applications, possessing knowledge of thermoelectric cooling, flexible electronics, and adaptive medical device design

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the source patent's core concept of a temperature-regulated vaginal insert naturally invites technological extensions using emerging medical device technologies. The PTD's variations represent predictable technological progressions that leverage known engineering principles of miniaturization, smart materials, and personalized medical interventions. The fundamental problem of managing menopausal symptoms remains consistent, with the PTD simply applying contemporary technological approaches to solve the same underlying challenge.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Freezable core assembly with temperature-regulating gel
PTD Variation
Micro-cooling nodes embedded in flexible mesh with smartphone-controlled temperature regulation
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable evolution of temperature control using miniaturized electronics and wireless connectivity, representing a known technique in medical device design
Source Patent Element
String-based removal mechanism
PTD Variation
Neural interface and power harvesting system for long-term implantable device
Obviousness Reasoning
Logical extension of patient interaction and device management principles using emerging biomedical technologies
Source Patent Element
Non-toxic gel with controlled temperature release
PTD Variation
Shape-memory insert with adaptive physiological response capabilities
Obviousness Reasoning
Finite design solution applying smart materials technology to enhance the core thermal management concept
Source Patent Element
Vaginal insert for symptom management
PTD Variation
AI-driven platform integrating biometric sensors and machine learning for personalized intervention
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable technological progression using known digital health approaches to enhance medical device functionality
Source Patent Element
Cooling device targeting menopausal symptoms
PTD Variation
Non-invasive ultrasound-based cooling system for pelvic region
Obviousness Reasoning
Alternative implementation using known medical imaging and thermal management techniques to address the same physiological challenge
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11857458 and the comprehensive technological variations disclosed herein, a person of ordinary skill in the art would find the claimed innovations obvious and lacking inventive step. The published technical disclosure demonstrates that the proposed medical device variations represent predictable technological extensions employing known techniques in biomedical engineering, thereby rendering subsequent claims of novelty invalid under 35 U.S.C. Section 103.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,458
TitleFreezable insert device