Temperature-Controlled Shipping Solutions for Diverse Industries
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
This inventive concept extends the core technology of the original patent to various new applications and use cases, including vaccine transportation, perishable food shipping, pharmaceutical delivery, biological sample transportation, and organ transplantation.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent addressed the challenge of shipping diagnostic blood sample vials within a specific temperature range. However, this limited the technology's potential to other industries with similar temperature control requirements. This inventive concept tackles the problem of adapting the dual phase change material liquid suspension technology to cater to diverse industries, ensuring precise temperature control and real-time monitoring during transportation.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The new inventive concept involves the integration of the dual phase change material liquid suspension technology with advanced monitoring systems, insulation, and alarm mechanisms to create tailored shipping solutions for various industries. For instance, in vaccine transportation, the system maintains a temperature range of 2°C to 8°C for up to 48 hours, while in pharmaceutical delivery, the container's phase change materials undergo a phase transition at a temperature between 15°C and 30°C, triggering an alarm if the temperature deviates from the desired range.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce novel applications and use cases that were not originally considered, including the specific temperature ranges, monitoring systems, and alarm mechanisms required for each industry. The inventive step lies in the adaptation of the core technology to address the unique challenges of each new application, ensuring a non-obvious and innovative solution.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments may include variations in the phase change material composition, container design, and monitoring systems to accommodate different industry requirements. For example, the use of different phase change materials or container shapes could be explored for specific applications.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in various industries, including healthcare, pharmaceuticals, food logistics, and biotechnology. The market demand for reliable, temperature-controlled shipping solutions is substantial, and this technology can provide a competitive edge in these industries.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61J1/165 |
| A | A61 | A61J1/16 |
| B | B65 | B65D81/18 |
| B | B65 | B65D81/3813 |
| F | F25 | F25D3/06 |
| F | F25 | F25D2201/12 |
| F | F25 | F25D2303/08222 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Thermal packaging and temperature-controlled transportation systems, specifically for medical, biological, and pharmaceutical applications involving phase change materials and thermal insulation
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A professional with expertise in thermal engineering, packaging design, and materials science, possessing knowledge of phase change materials, thermal insulation techniques, and transportation requirements for temperature-sensitive products
Obviousness Rationale
A person having ordinary skill would recognize that the core technology of dual phase change material liquid suspension can be readily adapted to various temperature-sensitive transportation scenarios by modifying container design, temperature ranges, and adding monitoring systems. The fundamental thermal management principles remain consistent across different applications, making the extensions a predictable variation of the source patent's core technology.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,496 |
|---|---|
| Title | Temperature controlled product shipper with a dual phase change material liquid suspension |
| Assignee(s) | Packaging Technology Group, LLC |