Specialized Blister Packs for Extreme Environments and High-Security Needs
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
The present inventive concept relates to blister packs for medicinal products adapted for use in extreme weather conditions, high-security storage facilities, and disaster relief scenarios, providing enhanced protection and functionality for medicinal products in these unique operational environments.
Background and Problem Solved
Conventional blister packs for medicinal products are often limited in their ability to withstand extreme temperatures, humidity, or other environmental stressors, which can compromise the integrity of the medicinal products. Moreover, high-security storage facilities and disaster relief scenarios require specialized packaging solutions that can ensure the safety and efficacy of medicinal products. The present inventive concept addresses these limitations by providing blister packs specifically designed for these niche applications.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept encompasses blister packs with a bottom film featuring at least one blister pocket, sealed with a lidding film and containing a strip of active material. The blister packs are adapted for use in extreme weather conditions, high-security storage facilities, and disaster relief scenarios. In one embodiment, the blister pack is designed for use in extreme cold temperatures, featuring a strip of active material for releasing a substance to maintain a consistent internal temperature. In another embodiment, the blister pack is adapted for use in high-humidity environments, featuring a strip of active material for absorbing moisture. Additionally, the blister packs can be designed for use in secure storage facilities, incorporating features such as tamper-evident or tamper-resistant components.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The present inventive concept introduces novel blister pack designs that are specifically tailored for use in extreme environments and high-security scenarios, providing a significant departure from conventional blister pack designs. The inventive concept's novelty lies in the adaptation of blister packs for these niche applications, which requires a deep understanding of the unique challenges and requirements of these operational environments.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include blister packs with varying sizes, shapes, and materials, as well as different types of active materials and lidding films. Additionally, the blister packs could be designed for use in other extreme environments, such as high-altitude or high-radiation scenarios.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The present inventive concept has significant commercial potential in the pharmaceutical and medical industries, particularly in the areas of disaster relief, high-security storage, and extreme environment operations. The market for specialized blister packs is expected to grow as the demand for tailored packaging solutions increases in these niche applications.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61J1/035 |
| B | B65 | B65B47/04 |
| B | B65 | B65D75/36 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Pharmaceutical packaging and medical product containment systems, with expertise in blister pack design, moisture control, and environmental protection for medicinal products
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A packaging engineer or medical device designer with knowledge of materials science, packaging technologies, environmental adaptation techniques, and standard pharmaceutical packaging methods
Obviousness Rationale
A person having ordinary skill in the art would recognize that adapting blister pack designs for specific environmental conditions represents a predictable variation of known packaging technologies. The source patent establishes fundamental blister pack structural elements, which can be readily modified to address specific environmental challenges using known materials and techniques. The PTD's variations represent logical extensions of existing packaging design principles applied to niche operational scenarios.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,493 |
|---|---|
| Title | Blister pack for medicinal products and tool for producing the blister pack |
| Assignee(s) | UHLMANN PAC-SYSTEME GMBH & CO. KG |