Ultrafiltration-based Systems for Diverse Applications
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
This inventive concept leverages the core technology of automated peritoneal dialysis to develop innovative solutions for precision agriculture, energy storage, personalized medicine, water-borne disease prevention, and smart building management.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent addressed the limitations of traditional peritoneal dialysis by providing an automated system for patients. However, the core technology's potential applications extend beyond healthcare. This inventive concept solves the problem of inefficient resource allocation and lack of data-driven decision-making in various industries by applying the ultrafiltration principles to new use cases.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept comprises systems and methods that adapt the automated peritoneal dialysis technology to distinct industries. For instance, in precision agriculture, the ultrafiltration curves generated by the machine learning module optimize irrigation schedules based on real-time soil moisture data. In energy storage, the automated peritoneal dialysis system models and predicts energy storage capacities using ultrafiltration curves. Similarly, in personalized medicine, the apparatus generates personalized treatment regimens based on genetic profiles and ultrafiltration curves. In water-borne disease prevention, the system predicts and prevents water-borne diseases by modeling and predicting water quality based on ultrafiltration curves. Lastly, in smart building management, the apparatus optimizes energy and water usage based on ultrafiltration curves and real-time building occupancy data.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce a non-obvious and novel application of the automated peritoneal dialysis technology to diverse industries, leveraging the ultrafiltration principles to provide data-driven insights and optimize resource allocation. The inventive step lies in recognizing the potential of this technology beyond healthcare and developing innovative solutions for various fields.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include integrating the ultrafiltration technology with IoT devices, developing mobile applications for real-time monitoring, or incorporating AI-powered predictive analytics. Variations could involve adapting the technology to different industries, such as environmental monitoring or industrial process control.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in various industries, including agriculture, energy, healthcare, and construction. The target market includes companies seeking to optimize resource allocation, improve decision-making, and reduce costs. The technology's adaptability to different industries and its potential to generate valuable insights make it an attractive solution for businesses and organizations looking to stay competitive.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61M1/287 |
| A | A61 | A61M1/28 |
| A | A61 | A61M1/282 |
| G | G06 | G06Q10/087 |
| G | G16 | G16H20/10 |
| G | G16 | G16H20/40 |
| A | A61 | A61M2205/12 |
| A | A61 | A61M2205/3553 |
| A | A61 | A61M2205/3584 |
| A | A61 | A61M2205/52 |
| G | G16 | G16H15/00 |
| G | G16 | G16H40/20 |
| G | G16 | G16H50/50 |
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,713 |
|---|---|
| Title | Automated peritoneal dialysis system |
| Assignee(s) | BAXTER HEALTHCARE SA, BAXTER INTERNATIONAL INC. |