Radiopaque Substance for Diverse Applications

Publication ID: 24-11857649_0007_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Radiopaque Substance for Diverse Applications,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857649_0007_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857649_0007_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. 11,857,649.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

This inventive concept leverages the core technology of a curable radiopaque substance to address novel challenges in wastewater treatment, agriculture, biometric authentication, smart packaging, and water purification.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent disclosed a curable radiopaque substance for dental applications. However, this technology has broader implications. The inventive concept tackles the limitations of existing solutions in various industries, providing a versatile and adaptable material for diverse use cases.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The curable radiopaque substance is adapted for use in wastewater treatment to detect and monitor contaminants, enabling more efficient and effective treatment processes. In agriculture, the substance is used to create customized sensors for detecting soil moisture levels and nutrient deficiencies, optimizing crop yields. In biometric authentication, the substance enhances security and accuracy in fingerprint and facial recognition applications. For smart packaging, the substance enables real-time monitoring of product freshness and spoilage. Finally, in water purification systems, the substance detects and monitors waterborne pathogens, ensuring safer drinking water.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The inventive concept's novelty lies in its application to entirely new industries and use cases, which were not originally considered in the original patent. The inventive step resides in the adaptation of the curable radiopaque substance to address specific challenges in these diverse fields.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments may include variations in the composition of the curable radiopaque substance, tailored to specific industry requirements. Additionally, the substance could be integrated with other technologies, such as IoT sensors or AI algorithms, to further enhance its functionality.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The inventive concept has significant commercial potential across multiple industries, including wastewater treatment, agriculture, biometric authentication, smart packaging, and water purification. The target market includes companies and organizations seeking innovative solutions for improved efficiency, accuracy, and safety.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61K6/70
A A61 A61K6/847
A A61 A61K6/887
C C08 C08F220/12

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,649
TitleCurable radiopaque substance
Assignee(s)Merz Dental GmbH