Funerary Capsules for Specialized Environments

Publication ID: 24-11857468_0009_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:Specialized Variations & Niche Solutions

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Funerary Capsules for Specialized Environments,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857468_0009_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857468_0009_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

The present inventive concept relates to funerary capsules adapted for specific, niche operational environments, such as high-security needs, disaster relief, extreme weather conditions, and extreme terrain environments.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent described a funerary capsule for viewing and transporting dead bodies. However, the original design may not be suitable for specific environments that require enhanced security, adaptability to extreme weather, or specialized transport systems. The present inventive concept addresses these limitations by providing specialized variations of the funerary capsule.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The inventive concept comprises a range of funerary capsules tailored to specific operational environments. For high-security needs, the capsule features reinforced walls and enhanced locking mechanisms, as well as an integrated surveillance system for monitoring and tracking the body during transport. For disaster relief situations, the method involves deploying the capsule in the disaster area, loading the body, and transporting it to a designated location. The capsule for extreme weather conditions incorporates thermal insulation and climate control, with a weather-resistant outer shell protecting the capsule from environmental elements. The remote viewing system enables family members and friends to access and view the body during the service via a high-resolution camera and communication module. Finally, the capsule for extreme terrain environments features reinforced legs and adjustable stabilizers, with a transport system for navigating the capsule through difficult terrain.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The novelty of the present inventive concept lies in the adaptation of the original funerary capsule to specific, niche operational environments. The inventive step resides in the combination of specialized features, such as enhanced security, adaptability to extreme weather, and specialized transport systems, which provide a unique solution for each environment.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include variations in materials, designs, and components to further adapt the funerary capsule to specific environments. For example, the use of advanced materials, such as nanomaterials or smart materials, could enhance the capsule's durability and adaptability. Additionally, the integration of sensors, IoT devices, or AI-powered systems could provide real-time monitoring and optimization of the capsule's performance.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The present inventive concept has significant commercial potential in the funerary industry, particularly in niches such as high-security funeral services, disaster relief, and extreme weather or terrain environments. The market for specialized funerary capsules is expected to grow as the need for adaptable and secure solutions increases.

CPC Classifications

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

Field of Art

Funerary equipment design and transportation systems, specifically focusing on body containment and transport technologies with expertise in materials, structural design, and specialized environmental adaptations

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A professional with engineering background in mortuary sciences, materials engineering, and transportation design, capable of understanding complex containment and transport requirements for human remains across varied environmental conditions

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the source patent's fundamental funerary capsule design provides a modular framework easily adaptable to specialized environments by applying known engineering techniques and design modifications. The core structural elements of the original capsule can be systematically enhanced with additional features like reinforced walls, thermal insulation, and integrated monitoring systems using standard engineering practices. These variations represent predictable extensions of the original patent's core technological concept.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Casket with side wall, base, and closing lid made of synthetic materials
PTD Variation
Reinforced walls and enhanced locking mechanisms for high-security environments
Obviousness Reasoning
A PHOSITA would recognize that modifying material composition and structural integrity represents a routine design optimization for specialized use cases, using known material science techniques
Source Patent Element
Transparent closing lid for viewing purposes
PTD Variation
High-resolution camera and communication module for remote viewing
Obviousness Reasoning
Integrating digital monitoring technology into an existing viewing-capable design represents a predictable technological progression using standard electronic integration methods
Source Patent Element
Body containment bag made of natural fibers
PTD Variation
Thermal insulation and climate control systems for extreme weather environments
Obviousness Reasoning
Adapting material properties and adding environmental control mechanisms represents a standard engineering approach to solving environmental transport challenges
Source Patent Element
Basic hinge mechanism for lid movement
PTD Variation
Reinforced legs and adjustable stabilizers for extreme terrain navigation
Obviousness Reasoning
Enhancing structural support and mobility represents a predictable design evolution using known mechanical engineering principles
Source Patent Element
Synthetic material construction allowing sanitation treatments
PTD Variation
Integration of sensors, IoT devices, and AI-powered monitoring systems
Obviousness Reasoning
Incorporating digital tracking and monitoring technologies into existing sanitizable structures represents a logical technological progression using standard system integration techniques
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Pursuant to 35 U.S.C. ยง 103, the variations disclosed in this Published Technical Disclosure would have been obvious to a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art at the time of invention, when considered in light of US Patent 11857468. The systematic adaptations of the original funerary capsule design to specialized environments represent predictable technological extensions achievable through routine engineering modifications, thereby rendering potential derivative claims non-patentable.

Original Patent Information

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