Adaptive Stimulation Technology for Diverse Applications

Publication ID: 24-11857480_0007_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Adaptive Stimulation Technology for Diverse Applications,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857480_0007_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857480_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. 11,857,480.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

The present inventive concept leverages the core technology of the original sexual stimulation device patent to create a versatile platform for addressing various physiological and psychological needs across different industries, including stress relief, athletic performance, sleep disorders, pain management, and cognitive function.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent disclosed a sexual stimulation device with a limited scope of application. However, the underlying technology has broader implications and can be adapted to address diverse needs beyond sexual stimulation. The present inventive concept solves the problem of limited application by expanding the technology's reach to new industries and use cases.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The new claims describe wearable devices and systems that incorporate the core stimulation technology from the original patent. These devices are designed to detect specific physiological or psychological indicators, such as stress, muscle fatigue, sleep patterns, pain levels, or brain activity, and respond with personalized stimulation patterns to alleviate or improve the respective conditions. The stimulation modules can apply various forms of stimuli, including mechanical, electrical, or thermal, to achieve the desired effects.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce a paradigm shift by applying the original patent's technology to entirely new fields and use cases, thereby expanding its scope and potential impact. The inventive step lies in the recognition of the technology's adaptability and its creative application to address diverse needs.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include implantable devices, virtual reality interfaces, or even autonomous robots that utilize the stimulation technology to enhance human well-being. Variations may also involve different sensor types, stimulation patterns, or user interfaces to accommodate specific applications and user needs.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The present inventive concept has significant commercial potential across multiple industries, including healthcare, sports, and education. The market for wearable devices and systems that address stress relief, athletic performance, sleep disorders, pain management, and cognitive function is substantial and growing. By adapting the core technology to these new applications, the inventive concept can tap into these markets and create new revenue streams.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61H19/50
A A61 A61H19/32
A A61 A61H19/34
A A61 A61H19/40
A A61 A61H21/00
A A61 A61F2005/414
A A61 A61H23/02
A A61 A61H2201/10
A A61 A61H2201/163
A A61 A61H2201/165

Field of Art

Biomedical engineering and wearable technology focused on physiological stimulation devices, encompassing therapeutic and performance enhancement applications

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A biomedical engineer or medical device designer with expertise in sensor technologies, electrical stimulation, and adaptive wearable systems, familiar with human physiological response mechanisms

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize the fundamental stimulation technology in the source patent as a versatile platform adaptable to multiple physiological intervention contexts. The core principles of targeted stimulation through mechanical, electrical, and thermal modalities are directly transferable across different biological systems and performance domains. The PTD demonstrates predictable extensions of the original device's core technological framework by applying known sensor-based stimulation techniques to address specific physiological conditions.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Ring structure with multiple function members capable of providing mechanical and electrical stimulation
PTD Variation
Wearable wristband with embedded sensors and stimulation modules for stress detection and intervention
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable adaptation of existing stimulation technology to a different form factor with known sensor integration techniques
Source Patent Element
Multiple stimulation sources including vibration, electrical, and heating stimuli
PTD Variation
Targeted stimulation for muscle fatigue, pain management, and cognitive enhancement using electrical and thermal interventions
Obviousness Reasoning
Known technique of applying specific stimulation parameters to modulate physiological responses across different biological systems
Source Patent Element
On/off key for controlling stimulation function
PTD Variation
Sensor-driven adaptive stimulation with automated activation based on physiological indicators
Obviousness Reasoning
Logical extension of user control mechanisms to include automated, context-aware stimulation activation
Source Patent Element
Battery-powered stimulation device with modular function members
PTD Variation
Wearable devices with integrated power systems and interchangeable stimulation modules for different applications
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable design variation using standard engineering approaches to create multi-purpose stimulation platforms
Source Patent Element
Stimulation device with configurable stimulus types
PTD Variation
Systems for transcranial electrical stimulation and sleep induction using variable stimulation parameters
Obviousness Reasoning
Obvious application of known stimulation principles to novel physiological intervention contexts
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on US Patent 11857480's comprehensive disclosure of stimulation device technologies, the present publication demonstrates that the claimed variations in physiological intervention systems would have been obvious to a person of ordinary skill in the art at the time of invention. The fundamental technological principles disclosed in the source patent provide sufficient teaching and motivation for extending stimulation methodologies across diverse application domains, rendering subsequent claims of novelty prima facie obvious under 35 U.S.C. ยง 103.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,480
TitleSexual stimulation device