Synergistic Iron Supplementation System

Publication ID: 24-11857583_0008_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:Synergistic Combinations

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Synergistic Iron Supplementation System,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857583_0008_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857583_0008_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. 11,857,583.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

A novel system integrating Lactiplantibacillus plantarum TCI837 with AI, IoT, blockchain, and nanomaterial technologies to provide personalized, efficient, and secure iron supplementation.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent disclosed the use of Lactiplantibacillus plantarum TCI837 as an effective means for iron supplementation. However, the existing approach lacks personalized dosage, real-time monitoring, and secure supply chain management. The present inventive concept addresses these limitations by incorporating advanced technologies to create a more comprehensive and efficient iron supplementation system.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The synergistic iron supplementation system comprises Lactiplantibacillus plantarum TCI837 as the core component, combined with an AI-powered health monitoring platform to track iron levels and optimize dosage. The system also incorporates a wearable IoT device that monitors gut microbiota health to enhance iron absorption. Additionally, a blockchain-based supply chain management system ensures the origin and quality of Lactiplantibacillus plantarum TCI837 and iron supplements. Furthermore, the system includes a novel composition featuring a biocompatible nanomaterial for enhanced bioavailability. Finally, a smart packaging system with a sensor and communication module tracks storage conditions and provides real-time monitoring.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce the concept of integrating Lactiplantibacillus plantarum TCI837 with AI, IoT, blockchain, and nanomaterial technologies, which is novel and non-obvious compared to the original patent. The inventive step lies in the synergistic combination of these distinct technologies to create a more efficient, personalized, and secure iron supplementation system.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments may include the use of different AI algorithms, IoT devices, or blockchain platforms. Variations of the system could also incorporate additional technologies, such as machine learning or robotics, to further enhance its functionality and efficiency.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The synergistic iron supplementation system has significant commercial potential in the healthcare and nutrition industries, particularly in the areas of personalized medicine, preventative healthcare, and supply chain management. The system's ability to provide efficient, secure, and personalized iron supplementation makes it an attractive solution for individuals, healthcare providers, and manufacturers.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61K35/747
A A61 A61K33/26
C C12 C12N1/205

Field of Art

Microbiology, biotechnology, and medical nutrition, specifically focused on probiotic microorganisms and iron supplementation technologies with expertise in microbiological strain development, nutritional interventions, and health monitoring systems

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A professional with advanced degrees in microbiology or bioengineering, familiar with probiotic technologies, nutritional supplementation, and emerging digital health monitoring platforms, capable of integrating multiple technological domains

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the source patent's Lactiplantibacillus plantarum TCI837 provides a foundational probiotic technology that naturally invites technological augmentation through digital health monitoring and personalized supplementation strategies. The integration of AI, IoT, and blockchain represents predictable technological extensions that enhance the core probiotic intervention by providing more precise, personalized, and trackable health interventions. These technological combinations represent logical progressions in digital health that a skilled practitioner would find obvious given the existing technological landscape and the specific capabilities of the probiotic strain.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Lactiplantibacillus plantarum TCI837 for iron supplementation
PTD Variation
AI-powered health monitoring platform to track iron levels and optimize dosage
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable application of machine learning to personalize nutritional interventions, representing a known technique for improving medical treatment precision
Source Patent Element
Iron absorption method using probiotic strain
PTD Variation
Wearable IoT device monitoring gut microbiota health to enhance absorption
Obviousness Reasoning
Logical extension of existing health monitoring technologies to provide real-time physiological tracking, a standard design approach in digital health
Source Patent Element
Composition containing Lactiplantibacillus plantarum TCI837
PTD Variation
Biocompatible nanomaterial integration for enhanced bioavailability
Obviousness Reasoning
Known technique in pharmaceutical delivery systems to improve absorption and efficacy of biological compounds
Source Patent Element
Iron supplementation method
PTD Variation
Blockchain-based supply chain management for tracking probiotic and supplement origin
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable application of blockchain to ensure product traceability and quality verification in nutritional technologies
Source Patent Element
Iron supplement composition
PTD Variation
Smart packaging with sensor and communication module for condition monitoring
Obviousness Reasoning
Standard design choice in advanced pharmaceutical packaging to ensure product integrity and provide additional consumer information
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11857583 and the technological context surrounding probiotic and digital health innovations, the variations disclosed herein would be considered obvious extensions of the prior art to a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art. The combination of Lactiplantibacillus plantarum TCI837 with AI, IoT, blockchain, and nanomaterial technologies represents a predictable and logical progression of known techniques in personalized nutritional supplementation, thereby rendering potential derivative claims non-patentable under 35 U.S.C. Section 103.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,583
TitleLactiplantibacillus plantarum TCI837, methods for using the same, and iron supplement composition having the same
Assignee(s)TCI CO., LTD.