Facial Feature Analysis for Diverse Applications
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
This inventive concept extends the core technology of the original patent to various industries, leveraging facial feature analysis to optimize agricultural crop yields, monitor livestock health, improve athletic performance, enhance customer experience in retail, and detect cybersecurity threats.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent, 'Mask sizing tool using a mobile application,' revolutionized the field of respiratory-related disorders by enabling accurate patient interface size selection. However, the technology's potential extends far beyond its initial application. The new inventive concept addresses the limitations of the original patent by applying facial feature analysis to diverse industries, solving problems such as crop yield optimization, livestock health monitoring, athletic performance improvement, customer experience enhancement, and cybersecurity threat detection.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The new inventive concept comprises various systems and methods that utilize facial feature analysis to address specific challenges in different industries. For instance, in agriculture, the system captures images of crops' facial features, matches them to a corresponding profile, and provides personalized crop care recommendations. In livestock health monitoring, the method detects anomalies in animals' facial features and generates alerts for veterinarians. Similarly, in athletic performance improvement, the wearable device analyzes an athlete's facial features during exercise and provides real-time feedback. In retail, the system provides personalized product recommendations based on customers' facial features, while in cybersecurity, the method detects anomalies in users' facial features during login attempts and generates alerts for security teams.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new inventive concept's novelty lies in its application of facial feature analysis to diverse industries, leveraging the core technology of the original patent in innovative ways. The inventive step is in recognizing the potential of facial feature analysis to solve problems beyond respiratory-related disorders and developing systems and methods that cater to specific industry needs.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include using different types of sensors, such as 3D scanners or infrared cameras, to capture facial feature data. Variations could involve applying facial feature analysis to other industries, such as healthcare, finance, or education, to solve unique problems and improve outcomes.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential across various industries, including agriculture, livestock, athletics, retail, and cybersecurity. The market for facial feature analysis is vast, with potential applications in crop yield optimization, livestock health monitoring, athletic performance improvement, customer experience enhancement, and cybersecurity threat detection. The inventive concept's ability to solve specific problems in these industries makes it an attractive solution for businesses and organizations seeking to improve outcomes and gain a competitive edge.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61M16/06 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/097 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/1077 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/1079 |
| A | A61 | A61M16/0051 |
| A | A61 | A61M16/021 |
| G | G06 | G06V10/7553 |
| G | G06 | G06V40/171 |
| G | G16 | G16H20/40 |
| G | G16 | G16H30/40 |
| G | G16 | G16H40/63 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/7264 |
| A | A61 | A61M2016/0661 |
| A | A61 | A61M2205/3306 |
| A | A61 | A61M2205/3553 |
| A | A61 | A61M2205/3584 |
| A | A61 | A61M2205/3592 |
| A | A61 | A61M2205/50 |
| A | A61 | A61M2205/505 |
| A | A61 | A61M2205/52 |
| A | A61 | A61M2205/6063 |
| A | A61 | A61M2205/6072 |
| A | A61 | A61M2230/00 |
| G | G16 | G16H10/60 |
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,726 |
|---|---|
| Title | Mask sizing tool using a mobile application |
| Assignee(s) | ResMed Pty Ltd |