Specialized UV Light Generation Systems for Niche Applications

Publication ID: 24-11857689_0009_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:Specialized Variations & Niche Solutions

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Specialized UV Light Generation Systems for Niche Applications,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857689_0009_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857689_0009_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. 11,857,689.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

This inventive concept adapts flexible ultraviolet light generation sheets and systems for specific, narrow markets or unique operational environments, such as disaster relief, high-security facilities, extreme weather conditions, medical emergency response, and remote area disinfection.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent disclosed methods for producing flexible UV light generation sheets and systems, but these systems were not tailored to address the unique challenges of specific industries or environments. This inventive concept addresses these limitations by providing specialized UV light generation systems that cater to the distinct needs of these niche applications.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The new claims describe UV light generation systems with tailored features for specific applications. For disaster relief, the system includes a water-resistant coating to protect against environmental elements. For high-security facilities, the system incorporates an encrypted communication protocol for secure data transmission. For extreme weather conditions, the system features a weather-resistant housing with a sealed enclosure. For medical emergency response, the system includes a portable power source for rapid deployment. For remote area disinfection, the system incorporates a satellite communication module for remote monitoring and control. These specialized systems provide targeted solutions for the unique challenges of each application.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce novel combinations of features that are specifically designed to address the unique requirements of each niche application. The inventive step lies in the tailored adaptations of the original UV light generation system to provide effective solutions for these specialized markets.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include additional features, such as adjustable UV intensity, automated UV dosage control, or integration with other technologies, such as sensors or robotics, to further enhance the system's performance and versatility.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The specialized UV light generation systems have significant commercial potential in various industries, including disaster relief, healthcare, security, and environmental remediation. The market for these systems is expected to grow as the demand for targeted solutions for specific applications increases.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61L2/10
A A61 A61L2/088
H H01 H01L25/0753
H H01 H01L33/005
H H01 H01L33/60

Field of Art

Ultraviolet light generation systems, photonic device engineering, with expertise in flexible electronics, LED technologies, and environmental/medical applications of UV light generation

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A skilled engineer with advanced degree in electrical engineering or photonics, familiar with semiconductor manufacturing, LED packaging, flexible circuit design, and UV light applications in disinfection and environmental technologies

Obviousness Rationale

A person having ordinary skill would recognize that the source patent's flexible UV light generation system provides a fundamental platform that can be readily adapted to specialized environments through predictable modifications. The core UV-LED and flexible circuit technology remains consistent across the PTD's variations, with added protective or communication features representing standard engineering design choices. These modifications represent incremental improvements that would be obvious to a skilled practitioner seeking to optimize the base UV light generation technology for specific use cases.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Flexible circuit with multiple UV-LEDs and UV diffuse reflective layer
PTD Variation
Adding water-resistant coating for disaster relief applications
Obviousness Reasoning
Protective coatings are a known technique for environmental adaptation, representing a predictable solution for extending electronic device reliability in challenging conditions
Source Patent Element
Flexible UV light generation system with potential overlayer configurations
PTD Variation
Incorporating encrypted communication protocol for high-security facilities
Obviousness Reasoning
Secure communication integration is a standard design choice for sensitive electronic systems, representing a straightforward implementation of known cybersecurity techniques
Source Patent Element
Flexible circuit design with potential housing configurations
PTD Variation
Weather-resistant housing with sealed enclosure for extreme environments
Obviousness Reasoning
Environmental sealing and ruggedization are well-established engineering practices for extending electronic system operational ranges
Source Patent Element
UV light generation system with potential power configurations
PTD Variation
Portable power source for medical emergency response
Obviousness Reasoning
Integrating portable power solutions represents a predictable design variation for increasing system mobility and operational flexibility
Source Patent Element
Flexible UV light generation system with potential communication interfaces
PTD Variation
Satellite communication module for remote monitoring and control
Obviousness Reasoning
Remote monitoring through satellite communication is a known technique for extending system capabilities in geographically challenging environments
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Pursuant to 35 U.S.C. ยง 103, the variations disclosed in this publication would have been obvious to a person having ordinary skill in the art at the time of invention, based on the teachings of US Patent 11857689. The incremental modifications represent predictable engineering solutions that extend the base UV light generation technology through standard design practices, thereby rendering potential patent claims covering similar technical variations as anticipated and non-patentable.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,689
TitleMethods for producing flexible ultraviolet light generation sheets and systems
Assignee(s)W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.