Adaptive Environmental Quality System
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
A next-generation environmental quality system that integrates AI, IoT, and modular luminaires to provide real-time, adaptive, and holistic management of environmental quality parameters.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent's tunable output irradiance system, while innovative, is limited by its fixed spectral responses and lack of real-time adaptability. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by introducing AI-driven optimization, modular interchangeability, and IoT connectivity to provide a future-proof and comprehensive environmental quality management system.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The new inventive concept comprises a neural network-based controller that integrates with multiple luminaires to provide adaptive spectrum response based on real-time environmental data and machine learning algorithms. The system features modular, interchangeable luminaires with distinct spectral responses, allowing for seamless upgrades and customization. A cloud-based platform enables remote monitoring and control of environmental quality parameters, utilizing artificial intelligence to predict and adapt to changing environmental conditions. The system can be expanded to form a network of interconnected environmental quality systems, sharing real-time data to optimize environmental quality across multiple locations. Additionally, the system can integrate non-UV-based technologies for comprehensive environmental quality management.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new inventive concept's novelty lies in its integration of AI, IoT, and modular luminaires to provide real-time adaptability and holistic environmental quality management. The inventive step is the introduction of a neural network-based controller that optimizes tunable irradiance outputs based on real-time environmental data and machine learning algorithms.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include the use of different AI algorithms, varying modular luminaire designs, or integration with other environmental quality parameters such as air quality or water quality monitoring. Variations could also include different communication protocols for IoT connectivity or different cloud-based platform architectures.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The new inventive concept has significant commercial potential in various industries, including healthcare, hospitality, education, and commercial real estate. The system's ability to provide real-time, adaptive, and holistic environmental quality management makes it an attractive solution for businesses and organizations seeking to improve indoor air quality, reduce energy consumption, and enhance occupant well-being.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61L2/24 |
| A | A01 | A01G7/045 |
| A | A61 | A61L2/0047 |
| A | A61 | A61L9/205 |
| G | G05 | G05B13/027 |
| H | H05 | H05B47/105 |
| A | A61 | A61L2209/111 |
| A | A61 | A61L2209/12 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Environmental quality management systems, focusing on UV irradiation technologies, sensor integration, and adaptive environmental control systems with expertise in photobiology, IoT sensor networks, and machine learning-based environmental monitoring
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A multidisciplinary engineer with advanced degrees in environmental engineering, photonics, or electrical engineering, possessing knowledge of UV spectrum technologies, sensor integration, machine learning algorithms, and adaptive control systems
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the PTD's neural network-based adaptive irradiance control represents an incremental technological advancement over the source patent's tunable UV spectrum system. The integration of AI, IoT, and modular luminaire design follows naturally from the source patent's foundational concepts of dynamic environmental quality management. The proposed variations represent predictable extensions of existing technological capabilities in sensor-driven environmental control systems.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,692 |
|---|---|
| Title | Tunable output irradiance system |