Advanced Matrix Implant Technology for Diverse Industries
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
This inventive concept leverages the core technology of a subcutaneous medical implant to develop innovative solutions for various industries, including water quality monitoring, crop growth optimization, body temperature regulation, pollution reduction, and athletic performance enhancement.
Background and Problem Solved
The original medical implant patent addressed the problem of initial drug 'burst' in existing drug implants. However, its core technology has the potential to be applied to other fields where controlled release of materials is crucial. The new claims overcome the limitations of the original patent by expanding its application to diverse industries, solving specific problems in each field.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept revolves around the use of a matrix with a non-homogeneous mixture of at least two different types of materials for delivering to a target system. This matrix is integrated into various implantable devices, such as submersible devices for water quality monitoring, subcutaneous devices for crop growth optimization, wearable devices for body temperature regulation, implantable devices for pollution reduction, and subcutaneous devices for athletic performance enhancement. The non-homogeneous mixture enables controlled release of the materials, addressing specific problems in each industry.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce a novel application of the core technology, expanding its scope beyond medical implants. The inventive step lies in the adaptation of the matrix technology to solve unique problems in various industries, demonstrating a non-obvious connection between the original patent and the new applications.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include different matrix compositions, device geometries, and material release profiles tailored to specific industries. Variations may also involve integrating sensors, communication systems, or artificial intelligence to enhance the functionality of the implantable devices.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in various industries, including environmental monitoring, agriculture, healthcare, industrial processes, and sports technology. The market for these applications is substantial, with potential customers including government agencies, agricultural companies, healthcare providers, industrial manufacturers, and sports organizations.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61K9/0024 |
| A | A61 | A61K31/4468 |
| A | A61 | A61K31/485 |
| A | A61 | A61K45/06 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Biomedical drug delivery systems and implantable matrix technologies, involving expertise in materials science, pharmaceutical formulation, controlled release mechanisms, and device engineering with advanced knowledge of polymer chemistry and drug encapsulation techniques
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A professional with advanced degrees in biomedical engineering or pharmaceutical sciences, possessing comprehensive understanding of controlled drug delivery systems, matrix design principles, and cross-industry material integration strategies
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize the fundamental principles of non-homogeneous matrix drug delivery disclosed in US 11857671 can be systematically adapted across multiple technological domains by applying known controlled release principles. The core innovation of managing material distribution and release rates represents a transferable technological concept applicable beyond medical implants. The PTD demonstrates predictable extensions of the source patent's core matrix technology by maintaining the fundamental structural and functional characteristics while exploring alternative application contexts.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,671 |
|---|---|
| Title | Medical implant |