Modular and Adaptive Isotropic Concentrate Composition System
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
A next-generation isotropic concentrate composition system that enables customization, sustainability, and adaptability through modular design, AI-driven optimization, and connected technologies.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent's isotropic concentrate composition, while effective, has limitations in terms of customization, sustainability, and adaptability. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by introducing a modular and adaptive system that can be tailored to specific user needs, reducing waste and environmental impact.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The modular isotropic concentrate composition system comprises a plurality of interchangeable surfactant modules, each with a specific viscosity and pH range. A user interface allows for selecting and combining modules to create a customized end use wash composition. The system can be integrated with AI-driven optimization algorithms to generate optimal surfactant ratios and recipes. Additionally, the system can be connected to a network of refill stations and an app for tracking and rewarding customers for their sustainable practices.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new inventive concept introduces a paradigm shift in isotropic concentrate composition design, moving from a fixed composition to a modular and adaptive system. The use of AI-driven optimization, connected technologies, and a user interface for customization are novel and non-obvious features that distinguish the new concept from the original patent.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include the use of different types of surfactant modules, integration with other technologies such as IoT sensors or augmented reality, or application in different industries such as cosmetics or pharmaceuticals.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The modular and adaptive isotropic concentrate composition system has significant commercial potential in the personal care and cleaning products industries, with potential applications in hand wash, body wash, shampoo, and other product categories. The system's focus on sustainability and customization could appeal to environmentally conscious consumers and businesses.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61K8/466 |
| A | A61 | A61K8/345 |
| A | A61 | A61Q19/10 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Personal care and cosmetic chemistry, specifically surfactant-based wash compositions with a focus on formulation design, viscosity control, and sustainable product development
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A chemist with expertise in surfactant chemistry, formulation techniques, and product development for personal care products, familiar with modular composition strategies and sustainable design principles
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the modular composition system represents a predictable extension of existing isotropic concentrate technology, applying known design principles of customization and digital integration to an established surfactant formulation approach. The core technical elements of viscosity control, surfactant combination, and end-use composition remain fundamentally consistent with the source patent's teachings. The addition of digital interfaces and AI-driven optimization represents an incremental rather than transformative innovation in the field of wash composition development.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,508 |
|---|---|
| Title | Isotropic concentrate and wash compositions |
| Assignee(s) | Conopco, Inc. |