Intelligent Funerary Capsule System

Publication ID: 24-11857468_0008_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:Synergistic Combinations

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Intelligent Funerary Capsule System,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857468_0008_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857468_0008_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

A novel, integrated system for viewing, transporting, and managing deceased bodies, leveraging AI, IoT, blockchain, and sustainable materials to enhance the funeral industry's efficiency, transparency, and environmental sustainability.

Background and Problem Solved

The original funerary capsule patent addressed limitations in the funerary industry, particularly in viewing, transport, burial, and cremation services. However, the industry still faces challenges in tracking, sanitizing, and customizing funeral services. The new inventive concept solves these problems by introducing synergistic combinations of distinct technologies to create a more powerful and efficient system.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The Intelligent Funerary Capsule System integrates a funerary capsule with a blockchain-based tracking module, IoT-enabled sensors, and AI-powered sanitization and design optimization tools. The system enables real-time monitoring of the capsule's location and usage, automated sanitization, and personalized funeral services. The capsule itself is designed with sustainable materials, including biodegradable caskets and recycled plastics, to minimize environmental impact. The system's IoT-enabled sensors and blockchain-based platform ensure transparency, accountability, and secure data management.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new inventive concept introduces a novel combination of AI, IoT, blockchain, and sustainable materials to create a more efficient, transparent, and environmentally sustainable funerary capsule system. The inventive step lies in the integration of these distinct technologies to address the industry's limitations and create a more powerful system.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the Intelligent Funerary Capsule System could include variations in capsule design, materials, and sensor configurations to accommodate different cultural and regional preferences. Additionally, the system could be adapted for use in other industries, such as medical or veterinary services, where efficient and sanitary transportation of bodies is critical.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The Intelligent Funerary Capsule System has significant commercial potential in the funeral industry, where it can enhance efficiency, transparency, and sustainability. The system can also be marketed to other industries, such as medical and veterinary services, and to governments and municipalities seeking to improve their funeral services and environmental sustainability.

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