Nanoporous Materials for Diverse Applications
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
This inventive concept leverages the core technology of nanoporous materials to address diverse industry challenges, including environmental monitoring, agricultural optimization, energy storage, advanced materials synthesis, and space exploration.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent focused on implantable cellular and biotherapeutic agent delivery canisters, but its limitations were in addressing a narrow scope of applications. This inventive concept expands the scope by applying the nanoporous material technology to new, high-impact areas, solving problems such as inefficient environmental monitoring, suboptimal crop growth, and limited energy storage capabilities.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The new claims introduce novel applications of nanoporous materials, including integration with sensors for environmental monitoring, implantation in soil for agricultural optimization, use as electrodes for energy storage, fabrication of nanoscale materials with unique properties, and storage and release of biotherapeutic agents for astronaut health during space missions. These applications leverage the unique properties of nanoporous materials, such as high surface area, tunable pore size, and biocompatibility.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce a non-obvious expansion of the original patent's technology into diverse industries, demonstrating a significant inventive step. The novelty lies in the unexpected application of nanoporous materials to solve complex problems in environmental monitoring, agriculture, energy storage, materials synthesis, and space exploration.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include the use of different nanoporous material compositions, varying pore sizes and structures, and integration with other technologies such as artificial intelligence, IoT, or robotics. Variations could also include adapting the technology for use in other industries, such as construction, textiles, or pharmaceuticals.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential across multiple industries, including environmental monitoring, agriculture, energy storage, materials synthesis, and space exploration. The market for these applications is substantial, with potential for widespread adoption and revenue growth.
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 11,857,673 |
|---|---|
| Title | Implantable cellular and biotherapeutic agent delivery canister |
| Assignee(s) | NanoVault Medical LLC |