Air Quality Management Systems and Devices

Publication ID: 24-11857722_0002_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Air Quality Management Systems and Devices,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857722_0002_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857722_0002_PTD
This technical disclosure describes improvements that would be readily apparent to a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art (PHOSITA) when considered in combination with the foundational architecture disclosed in U.S. Patent No. 11,857,722.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

The inventive concept applies the core technology of the original patent to air quality management systems and devices, providing innovative solutions for air purification, monitoring, and ventilation.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent describes an assembly for aerosol generating systems. However, the increasing concern about indoor air pollution and the need for efficient air quality management solutions create an opportunity to apply the core technology to new applications. The inventive concept addresses the limitations of traditional air quality management systems by providing compact, efficient, and adaptable solutions.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The new inventive concept involves modifying the original assembly to create air quality management systems and devices. Claim 6 describes a system for air purification, where the heating element is configured to vaporize pollutants in the air, and a filtration device captures the vaporized pollutants. Claim 7 outlines a method for reducing indoor air pollution using the system. Claim 8 describes a portable air quality monitoring device, featuring a miniaturized version of the assembly, configured to detect and quantify pollutants in the air. Claim 9 details a smart ventilation system, integrating the assembly with a ventilation fan to optimize air exchange rates and minimize energy consumption. Claim 10 presents a wearable air quality sensor, comprising a compact version of the assembly, configured to detect and alert the wearer to poor air quality.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce a novel application of the original patent's core technology to air quality management systems and devices. The inventive step lies in adapting the heating element and delivery device to address air pollution, providing a new and non-obvious solution to a pressing environmental concern.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments may include integrating the assembly with other air quality management components, such as sensors, fans, or filters. Variations may involve using different materials or geometries for the heating element or delivery device to optimize performance in specific applications.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in the air quality management market, targeting industries such as healthcare, hospitality, and residential construction. The compact and adaptable nature of the systems and devices enables widespread adoption, providing a competitive advantage in the market.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61M15/06
A A24 A24F40/46
A A24 A24F40/48
A A24 A24F40/10
A A24 A24F40/50
A A24 A24F40/53

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,722
TitleAssembly comprising sheet heating element and delivery device
Assignee(s)Altria Client Services LLC