Enhanced Syringe System for Efficient Medication Mixing
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
An improved syringe system that incorporates temperature control, pressure monitoring, UV light sterilization, and filtering to ensure efficient, safe, and uniform mixing of medication components.
Background and Problem Solved
The original syringe system patent has limitations in terms of mixing efficiency, contamination risk, and lack of control over the mixing process. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by introducing advanced features that enhance the overall performance and safety of the syringe system.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The enhanced syringe system comprises a first syringe with a temperature control element to maintain a predetermined temperature for optimal mixing, a pressure sensor to monitor the pressure during mixing, and a UV light sterilization element to sterilize the components prior to mixing. The second syringe includes a mixing element to facilitate uniform mixing, a valve to control the flow rate of the mixed components, and a filter to remove impurities from the mixed components. The system allows for real-time monitoring and adjustment of the mixing process to minimize contamination and ensure uniform mixing.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce novel features that significantly improve the original syringe system, including temperature control, pressure monitoring, UV light sterilization, and filtering. These features provide a non-obvious solution to the limitations of the original patent, offering a substantial improvement in mixing efficiency, safety, and overall performance.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the enhanced syringe system could include variations in the temperature control element, such as using thermoelectric cooling or heating, or incorporating advanced sensors for real-time monitoring of the mixing process. Other variations could include different types of valves, filters, or sterilization elements to accommodate specific medication requirements or user preferences.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The enhanced syringe system has significant commercial potential in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries, particularly in applications where precise and efficient mixing of medication components is critical. The system's advanced features and improved performance make it an attractive solution for hospitals, clinics, and pharmaceutical manufacturers seeking to enhance patient safety and reduce medication errors.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61J1/2089 |
| A | A61 | A61M5/1782 |
| A | A61 | A61M5/3135 |
| A | A61 | A61M2205/02 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Medical device engineering, specifically pharmaceutical delivery systems and syringe technologies, focusing on multi-component medication mixing systems with advanced mechanical and functional design
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A biomedical engineer or medical device designer with expertise in pharmaceutical delivery systems, advanced materials, sensor integration, and sterile medical device manufacturing, typically holding a master's degree or equivalent professional experience
Obviousness Rationale
A person having ordinary skill would recognize that the enhanced syringe system represents predictable technological improvements using known techniques in medical device design. The PTD's additions of temperature control, pressure monitoring, and sterilization elements are logical extensions of existing syringe system technologies. These variations solve known challenges in medication mixing by applying standard engineering approaches to improve functionality and safety.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,498 |
|---|---|
| Title | Syringe system |
| Assignee(s) | Indivior UK Limited |