Diverse Applications of Monitoring Technology
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
This inventive concept leverages the core technology of the original patent to monitor and track various activities and usage patterns in diverse industries, enabling new applications and use cases beyond the original medicament dispenser attachment.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent's medicament dispenser attachment, while effective, was limited to the medical field. However, the underlying technology has broader applicability. This inventive concept addresses the problem of underutilization of monitoring technology by adapting it to new industries and use cases, thereby increasing its value and potential impact.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The new claims expand the original patent's technology to monitor usage patterns in coffee machines, energy consumption in buildings, physical activity through wearables, water usage in residential buildings, and air quality in public spaces. Each application involves attaching a sensor to the relevant device or system, tracking usage patterns or data, and transmitting the information to a central server or display for analysis or feedback. The inventive concept's adaptability lies in its ability to be tailored to various industries and use cases, leveraging the same core technology to provide valuable insights and improvements.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce novel applications and use cases that were not originally considered, thereby providing a non-obvious extension of the original patent's technology. The inventive step lies in recognizing the potential of the core technology to be adapted to diverse industries and use cases, and in developing the necessary modifications to make it applicable in these new contexts.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of this inventive concept could include integrating the monitoring technology with IoT devices, developing more specialized sensors for specific industries, or creating a platform for data analytics and visualization. Variations could involve applying the technology to other industries, such as monitoring food waste in restaurants or tracking equipment usage in manufacturing facilities.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
This inventive concept has significant commercial potential across various industries, including healthcare, energy management, fitness, and environmental sustainability. The target market includes companies seeking to optimize resource usage, improve customer experiences, or develop new data-driven services. By adapting the monitoring technology to diverse industries, this inventive concept can unlock new revenue streams and create a broader impact on society.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61M15/008 |
| A | A61 | A61M15/00 |
| A | A61 | A61M15/0021 |
| G | G16 | G16H20/13 |
| G | G16 | G16H40/67 |
| A | A61 | A61M15/009 |
| A | A61 | A61M15/0048 |
| A | A61 | A61M2202/064 |
| A | A61 | A61M2205/332 |
| A | A61 | A61M2205/3303 |
| A | A61 | A61M2205/3375 |
| A | A61 | A61M2205/3553 |
| A | A61 | A61M2205/3592 |
| A | A61 | A61M2205/50 |
| A | A61 | A61M2205/52 |
| A | A61 | A61M2205/581 |
| A | A61 | A61M2205/583 |
| A | A61 | A61M2205/8206 |
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,720 |
|---|---|
| Title | Usage monitoring attachment for medicament dispenser |
| Assignee(s) | Reciprocal Labs Corporation |