Synergistic Urine Treatment System with AI, IoT, and Blockchain Integration
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
A novel, automated urine treatment system that integrates AI-powered sensors, IoT-enabled remote monitoring, and blockchain-based health record systems to provide real-time feedback, secure tracking, and personalized recommendations for improving urinary health.
Background and Problem Solved
The original automatic urine treatment system had limitations in terms of real-time monitoring, data security, and personalized feedback. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by synergistically combining the original system with AI, IoT, and blockchain technologies to provide a more comprehensive and effective solution for elderly persons or long-term care patients with micturition disorders.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The system consists of a receiver for receiving a wearer's excrement, a main body including a urine tank for receiving and storing urine from the receiver, and an AI-powered sensor for analyzing the components contained in the urine and providing real-time feedback to a caregiver. Additionally, the system integrates with a blockchain-based health record system, generating a unique identifier for each urine treatment event and storing the identifier on a blockchain, allowing for secure and transparent tracking of patient health data. The system also includes an IoT-enabled module for remotely monitoring and controlling the system, enabling real-time adjustments to be made to the treatment process. Furthermore, the system utilizes a novel material for the urine tank, comprising a water-permeable fiber infused with antimicrobial nanoparticles, which exhibits improved antibacterial properties and reduced odor emission.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce the innovative combination of AI, IoT, and blockchain technologies with the original automatic urine treatment system, providing a synergistic solution that is not obvious from the original patent. The integration of these technologies enables real-time monitoring, secure data tracking, and personalized feedback, which are not present in the original system.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include the use of different AI algorithms, IoT protocols, or blockchain platforms. Variations of the system could also be designed for use in different healthcare settings, such as hospitals or clinics, or for specific patient populations, such as pediatric or geriatric patients.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The synergistic urine treatment system has significant commercial potential in the healthcare industry, particularly in the areas of elderly care, long-term care, and urology. The system's ability to provide real-time feedback, secure data tracking, and personalized recommendations makes it an attractive solution for healthcare providers seeking to improve patient outcomes and reduce healthcare costs.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61M1/80 |
| A | A61 | A61F5/441 |
| A | A61 | A61F5/451 |
| G | G01 | G01N21/78 |
| G | G01 | G01N33/493 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Medical device technology focusing on automated urine collection and analysis systems, with expertise in sensor technologies, medical diagnostics, and patient monitoring devices
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A biomedical engineer or medical device designer with advanced degree, working knowledge of sensor integration, IoT technologies, and medical diagnostic systems, familiar with emerging healthcare technology trends
Obviousness Rationale
A person having ordinary skill would recognize that integrating AI, IoT, and blockchain technologies into an existing urine treatment system represents a predictable application of known technological solutions to enhance medical monitoring capabilities. The core functional elements of the original urine treatment system provide a natural framework for incorporating advanced digital health technologies. These technological extensions represent incremental improvements that would be apparent to a skilled practitioner seeking to modernize medical monitoring systems.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,716 |
|---|---|
| Title | Automatic urine treatment system |
| Assignee(s) | CRADERS Co., Ltd |