Intelligent Supraglottic Airway Device with Advanced Sensing and Remote Monitoring Capabilities
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
A next-generation supraglottic airway device that integrates bio-sensing, remote monitoring, autonomous cleaning, and modular design to revolutionize patient care and medical professional safety.
Background and Problem Solved
The original supraglottic airway device patent, while addressing contamination exposure, has limitations in detecting respiratory complications, ensuring device cleanliness, and providing real-time monitoring. The new inventive concept tackles these shortcomings by introducing advanced sensing, remote monitoring, and autonomous cleaning capabilities.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The Intelligent Supraglottic Airway Device features a bio-sensing module embedded in the breathing tube, enabling real-time detection of respiratory complications. The device is connected to a cloud-based platform for remote monitoring, providing personalized alerts and treatment recommendations. Additionally, the device incorporates UV-C light technology for autonomous cleaning and sterilization, ensuring a contamination-free environment. The modular, 3D-printed design allows for on-demand customization and minimizes environmental waste. Furthermore, a virtual reality training platform is provided for medical professionals to practice and perfect device insertion and maintenance techniques.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce a paradigm shift in supraglottic airway devices by integrating advanced sensing, remote monitoring, and autonomous cleaning capabilities, which are not obvious extensions of the original patent. The inventive concept's novelty lies in its ability to detect respiratory complications in real-time, provide personalized treatment recommendations, and ensure device cleanliness through autonomous cleaning.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments may include variations in sensor types, remote monitoring platforms, and autonomous cleaning technologies. Additionally, the modular design could be adapted for other medical devices, and the virtual reality training platform could be expanded to include other medical procedures.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The Intelligent Supraglottic Airway Device has significant commercial potential in the medical device industry, particularly in hospitals, clinics, and emergency services. The device's advanced features and remote monitoring capabilities can improve patient outcomes, reduce healthcare costs, and enhance medical professional safety.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61M16/0409 |
| A | A61 | A61M16/0445 |
| A | A61 | A61M16/0463 |
| A | A61 | A61M16/0816 |
| A | A61 | A61M16/0833 |
| A | A61 | A61M16/0858 |
| A | A61 | A61M16/105 |
| A | A61 | A61M39/06 |
| A | A61 | A61M16/0434 |
| A | A61 | A61M16/0683 |
| A | A61 | A61M16/1055 |
| A | A61 | A61M2205/583 |
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,709 |
|---|---|
| Title | Supraglottic airway device |