Adaptive Patient-Controlled Liquid Oral Medicine Dispenser for Specialized Environments

Publication ID: 24-11857504_0004_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:Specialized Variations & Niche Solutions

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Adaptive Patient-Controlled Liquid Oral Medicine Dispenser for Specialized Environments,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857504_0004_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857504_0004_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. 11,857,504.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

A patient-controlled oral liquid-medicine dispenser and deactivation system adapted for high-security, disaster relief, extreme weather, and niche operational environments, ensuring safe and reliable medication administration in diverse settings.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent addressed the limitations of invasive patient-controlled liquid medication administration, but did not account for the unique challenges posed by specialized environments. This inventive concept adapts the original design to cater to high-security needs, disaster relief scenarios, extreme weather conditions, and areas with limited access to medical professionals or high risk of contamination, thereby ensuring the safe and reliable administration of medication in these contexts.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The adaptive patient-controlled oral liquid-medicine dispenser and deactivation system comprises a tamper-evident dosing container, a spillway, and a suction apparatus. In high-security environments, the system prevents unauthorized access to the medication. For disaster relief scenarios, the system is adapted to operate in low-resource environments with limited access to electricity or clean water. In extreme weather conditions, the system is designed to withstand temperatures ranging from -20°C to 40°C. In areas with limited access to medical professionals, the system includes a remote monitoring system to track medication adherence and provide real-time alerts to healthcare professionals. In areas with high risk of contamination, the system features a self-sterilizing dosing container to prevent the growth of microorganisms.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new inventive concept's novelty lies in its adaptability to diverse operational environments, which is achieved through the incorporation of specialized components and features, such as tamper-evident dosing containers, weather-resistant designs, and remote monitoring systems. These adaptations provide a non-obvious solution to the challenges posed by these environments, thereby ensuring the safe and reliable administration of medication.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include the use of biometric authentication for high-security environments, modular designs for easy assembly and disassembly in disaster relief scenarios, or the integration of environmental sensors to monitor temperature and humidity in extreme weather conditions. Other variations could include the use of alternative materials or manufacturing processes to enhance the system's durability and resistance to contamination.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The adaptive patient-controlled oral liquid-medicine dispenser and deactivation system has significant commercial potential in various industries, including healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and disaster relief. The system's adaptability to diverse operational environments makes it an attractive solution for healthcare providers, governments, and NGOs operating in challenging contexts. The market for this inventive concept is substantial, with potential applications in hospitals, clinics, and remote healthcare settings, as well as in disaster relief and humanitarian efforts.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61J7/0053
A A61 A61J1/22
G G16 G16H20/13
A A61 A61J2200/30
A A61 A61J2200/70

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,504
TitlePatient-controlled liquid oral medicine dispenser and deactivation system
Assignee(s)Yale University