Adaptable Dosage Detection Device for Diverse Industries

Publication ID: 24-11857708_0002_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Adaptable Dosage Detection Device for Diverse Industries,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857708_0002_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857708_0002_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. 11,857,708.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

The inventive concept leverages the core technology of the original patent to create a versatile device capable of detecting selected dosages in various industries, including agriculture, laboratories, and fuel injection systems.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent's device for attachment to an injection device was limited to the medical field. However, the need for precise dosage detection exists in other industries. The inventive concept addresses this limitation by applying the core technology to entirely new fields, providing a solution for accurate dosage detection in diverse settings.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The adaptable dosage detection device comprises a carrier interface, a dial knob, and a mechanical coupling. The carrier interface is configured to mechanically couple the device to a dosage selector of a specific industry's device (e.g., water sampling device, fertilizer injector, fuel injector, or laboratory syringe). The dial knob selects a dosage to be delivered, and the mechanical coupling transfers the torque to detect the selected dosage. The device can be easily adapted to various industries by modifying the carrier interface and mechanical coupling to accommodate the specific device or system.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The inventive concept's novelty lies in its ability to apply the core technology of the original patent to entirely new industries, providing a solution for accurate dosage detection in diverse settings. The inventive step is the recognition of the potential for adapting the device to various industries and the implementation of the necessary modifications to achieve this adaptability.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include the use of different materials, geometries, or mechanisms for the mechanical coupling and carrier interface. Additionally, the device could be integrated into existing systems or designed as a standalone unit. Variations could include the use of sensors or other detection methods to enhance the accuracy of dosage detection.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The adaptable dosage detection device has significant commercial potential in various industries, including agriculture, laboratories, and fuel injection systems. The device's ability to accurately detect dosages can improve efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance safety in these industries. The target market includes companies and organizations operating in these industries, as well as original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) seeking to integrate the device into their systems.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61M5/3155
A A61 A61M5/2033
A A61 A61M2005/3126
A A61 A61M2205/332
A A61 A61M2205/3327
A A61 A61M2205/3584
A A61 A61M2205/52
A A61 A61M2205/8206

Field of Art

Medical device engineering, specifically dosage detection and injection assist technologies, with expertise in mechanical coupling systems for drug delivery devices and precision measurement interfaces

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A biomedical engineer or medical device designer with advanced mechanical engineering skills, familiar with precision measurement systems, mechanical interfaces, and adaptable mechanical coupling techniques across medical and industrial domains

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the core mechanical principles of dosage detection and mechanical coupling disclosed in the source patent can be readily adapted to alternative industrial contexts by modifying the carrier interface and torque transfer mechanisms. The fundamental technical solution of mechanically coupling a dial knob to a dosage detection system is transferable across different technical domains with predictable results. The variations presented represent straightforward design modifications that would be within the ordinary skill of a practitioner in mechanical interface design.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Mechanical coupling between dial knob and dosage selector
PTD Variation
Adapting mechanical coupling for water sampling, agricultural injection, and fuel systems
Obviousness Reasoning
Known technique of transferring mechanical force through standardized interface, with predictable results across different mechanical systems
Source Patent Element
Torque transfer mechanism using spring-based coupling
PTD Variation
Modifying spring geometry and attachment points for different industrial contexts
Obviousness Reasoning
Finite set of design choices for mechanical force transfer, representing routine engineering optimization
Source Patent Element
Carrier interface for attaching to dosage selection mechanism
PTD Variation
Creating industry-specific carrier interfaces for laboratory, agricultural, and automotive systems
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable design adaptation using standard mechanical interface principles
Source Patent Element
Dosage detection through mechanical interaction
PTD Variation
Extending detection mechanism to diverse measurement contexts like water quality and pesticide application
Obviousness Reasoning
Known technique of applying measurement principles across related technical domains
Source Patent Element
Compressive force transfer for triggering injection
PTD Variation
Applying force transfer mechanism to fuel injection and agricultural injection systems
Obviousness Reasoning
Standard mechanical engineering approach of adapting force transfer principles across similar mechanical interfaces
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on US Patent 11857708, the present publication demonstrates that the claimed variations in dosage detection and mechanical coupling technologies represent obvious extensions of the prior art, rendering subsequent claims in these technical domains unpatentable under 35 U.S.C. ยง 103 due to the predictable application of known mechanical interface principles across diverse technical contexts.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,708
TitleDevice for attachment to an injection device
Assignee(s)Sanofi