Advanced Funerary Capsule for Enhanced Body Preservation and Operator Safety

Publication ID: 24-11857468_0006_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:Direct Improvements & Enhancements

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Advanced Funerary Capsule for Enhanced Body Preservation and Operator Safety,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857468_0006_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857468_0006_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. 11,857,468.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

This inventive concept enhances the original funerary capsule by introducing advanced features for optimal body preservation, sanitation, and operator safety, ensuring a dignified and respectful experience for the deceased and their loved ones.

Background and Problem Solved

The original funerary capsule patent has limitations in maintaining optimal body preservation, ease of sanitation, and operator safety. This new inventive concept addresses these limitations by incorporating innovative features, such as temperature control, removable interior liners, hermetically sealed compartments, built-in weighing systems, and ergonomically designed handles.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The advanced funerary capsule comprises a temperature control system to maintain a predetermined temperature range for optimal body preservation. A removable and washable interior liner facilitates easy sanitation and reuse. The lid features a hermetically sealed compartment containing a scent-neutralizing agent. A built-in weighing system provides accurate measurement of the body prior to cremation. Ergonomically designed handles with grip-enhancing materials reduce fatigue and improve operator safety. These enhancements ensure a dignified and respectful experience for the deceased and their loved ones.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce novel features that are not obvious from the original patent, including the temperature control system, removable interior liner, hermetically sealed compartment, built-in weighing system, and ergonomically designed handles. These features provide a significant improvement over the original patent, enhancing the overall functionality and user experience of the funerary capsule.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the advanced funerary capsule could include variations in the temperature control system, such as using different cooling or heating methods. The removable interior liner could be designed with different materials or shapes to accommodate various body types. The hermetically sealed compartment could be adapted for use with different scent-neutralizing agents or other substances. The built-in weighing system could be integrated with other cremation equipment for seamless operation. The ergonomically designed handles could be modified to accommodate different operator preferences or needs.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The advanced funerary capsule has significant commercial potential in the funerary industry, particularly in the areas of viewing, transport, burial, and cremation services. The enhanced features of the inventive concept cater to the growing demand for dignified and respectful funeral experiences, making it an attractive solution for funeral homes, crematories, and other industry stakeholders.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61G17/001
A A61 A61G17/002
A A61 A61G17/007
A A61 A61G17/041

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,468
TitleFunerary capsule for viewing and transporting dead bodies
Assignee(s)SHUTTLE INNOVATION DI ERIO ZANON