Recirculating Fluid Circuit Technology for Advanced Analytics

A versatile recirculating fluid circuit technology for measuring chemical changes in various industries, leveraging the core principles of the original patent to expand into new applications and use cases.

The original patent focused on utilizing a sorbent cartridge and quantifying chemistry changes to determine solute concentrations in dialysate during dialysis therapy. However, this technology has broader implications and can be applied to various industries, such as agriculture, industrial process water management, industrial waste analysis, aquarium water quality monitoring, and air pollution detection. The new inventive concept addresses the limitations of the original patent by expanding its scope to tackle diverse problems in these industries.

The new inventive concept revolves around a recirculating fluid circuit with a sorbent cartridge, which enables the measurement of chemical changes in various fluid types. This technology can be applied to monitor soil health by detecting nutrient levels in agricultural runoff, detect contaminants in industrial process water, analyze chemical composition of industrial waste, monitor water quality in aquariums, and detect pollutants in air. The system comprises a sensor to detect changes in fluid chemistry as it passes through the sorbent cartridge, and a processor programmed to quantify the desired parameters based on the detected changes.

The new inventive concept introduces a novel application of the recirculating fluid circuit technology, expanding its scope beyond dialysis therapy to tackle diverse problems in various industries. The inventive step lies in the adaptation of the core technology to address specific challenges in these industries, providing a versatile solution for advanced analytics.

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include modifications to the sorbent cartridge, sensor, or processor to optimize performance for specific industries. Variations could also involve integrating the recirculating fluid circuit with existing systems or equipment in these industries.

The new inventive concept has significant commercial potential in various industries, including agriculture, industrial process water management, industrial waste analysis, aquarium water quality monitoring, and air pollution detection. The target market includes companies and organizations operating in these industries, as well as research institutions and government agencies seeking advanced analytics solutions.