Nanoporous Canister Technology for Environmental and Agricultural Applications
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
The present inventive concept leverages the core technology of the original implantable cellular and biotherapeutic agent delivery canister to develop novel applications in environmental monitoring, agricultural pest control, cosmetics and skincare, bioremediation, and food safety monitoring.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent's limitations were primarily focused on medical applications. However, the nanoporous canister technology has untapped potential in addressing pressing environmental and agricultural challenges. The inventive concept tackles the specific problem of developing sustainable, controlled-release solutions for pollutant detection, pest control, skin regeneration, bioremediation, and food safety monitoring.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The new inventive concept comprises nanoporous canisters containing metabolically active biotherapeutic agents or microorganisms, designed to detect and respond to pollutants in water or air, control agricultural pests, promote skin regeneration and rejuvenation, break down pollutants in soil or groundwater, and detect foodborne pathogens. The canisters' nanoporous structure and surface treatment pattern enable controlled release of the agents, ensuring optimal performance and minimizing environmental impact.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce a paradigm shift by applying the original patent's technology to entirely new industries, providing a non-obvious solution to pressing environmental and agricultural challenges. The inventive concept's novelty lies in the adaptation of the nanoporous canister technology to address specific problems in these new fields.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments may include varying the nanoporous structure's material, size, and shape to optimize performance in different environmental or agricultural settings. Variations may also involve combining multiple biotherapeutic agents or microorganisms to tackle complex problems or integrating the canisters with existing monitoring systems or agricultural equipment.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in the environmental monitoring, agricultural, cosmetics, bioremediation, and food safety industries. The market demand for sustainable, controlled-release solutions is growing, driven by increasing concerns about environmental pollution, food security, and human health.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61K9/0024 |
| A | A61 | A61F2/022 |
| A | A61 | A61K31/337 |
| A | A61 | A61K31/397 |
| A | A61 | A61K31/436 |
| A | A61 | A61K31/65 |
| A | A61 | A61K31/7036 |
| A | A61 | A61K35/28 |
| A | A61 | A61K38/14 |
| A | A61 | A61K38/1866 |
| A | A61 | A61K38/22 |
| A | A61 | A61K39/395 |
| A | A61 | A61K47/02 |
| A | A61 | A61M39/0247 |
| A | A61 | A61M2039/027 |
| A | A61 | A61M2039/0261 |
| A | A61 | A61M2039/0276 |
| A | A61 | A61M2205/04 |
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,672 |
|---|---|
| Title | Implantable cellular and biotherapeutic agent delivery canister |
| Assignee(s) | NanoVault Medical LLC |