Integrated Humidification Systems for Diverse Applications

Publication ID: 24-11857729_0002_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Integrated Humidification Systems for Diverse Applications,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857729_0002_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857729_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. 11,857,729.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

The inventive concept leverages the core technology of an integrated humidifier chamber and lid to develop novel applications in preserving artwork, controlling humidity in greenhouses, dehumidifying storage containers, improving indoor air quality, and preserving food.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent disclosed an integrated blower and humidification system for providing heated humidified gases to patients. However, the limitations of this system are its focus on medical applications and the lack of adaptability to other industries. The new inventive concept addresses this limitation by applying the core technology to diverse fields, solving the problem of humidity control and air quality management in various settings.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The inventive concept comprises an integrated humidification unit and a blower unit, which can be adapted to various applications. In the artwork preservation system, the integrated unit is used in a climate-controlled chamber to optimize humidity and temperature levels. In the greenhouse application, the unit regulates humidity levels to promote healthy plant growth. The dehumidifying storage container system utilizes the integrated unit to prevent moisture damage to stored items. The indoor air quality system integrates the humidification unit with an air filtration unit to regulate humidity levels and remove pollutants. The food preservation system integrates the humidification unit with a refrigeration unit to optimize humidity and temperature levels.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce novel applications of the integrated humidifier chamber and lid technology, which are not obvious from the original patent. The inventive step lies in adapting the core technology to diverse industries, requiring a deep understanding of the specific problems and requirements in each field.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept may include varying the design of the integrated humidification unit, using different materials or configurations, or integrating additional components to enhance performance. Variations may also include adapting the system for use in other industries, such as museums, archives, or laboratories.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in various industries, including art preservation, agriculture, storage and logistics, indoor air quality management, and food preservation. The target market includes companies and organizations operating in these industries, as well as individuals seeking to improve air quality and preserve valuable items.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61M16/16
A A61 A61M16/0816
A A61 A61M16/10
A A61 A61M16/109
A A61 A61M16/1075
A A61 A61M39/1055
A A61 A61M16/0066
A A61 A61M2039/1022
A A61 A61M2039/1033
A A61 A61M2205/36
A A61 A61M2205/362
A A61 A61M2205/3653
A A61 A61M2205/502

Field of Art

Medical respiratory devices and environmental humidity control systems, involving integrated blower and humidification technologies with expertise in thermal management, fluid dynamics, and precision environmental control

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

An engineer with advanced training in medical device design, thermal systems engineering, and environmental control technologies, possessing knowledge of fluid pathway design, heat transfer principles, and interdisciplinary system integration techniques

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize the fundamental modular design of the integrated humidification system as readily adaptable to multiple environmental control applications. The core technical principles of humidity regulation, blower integration, and thermal management are transferable across diverse domains. The disclosed variations represent predictable extensions of the source patent's core technological framework by applying known system design principles to different contextual requirements.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Integrated blower and humidification unit with fluid pathway and thermal management
PTD Variation
Adaptation of humidification system to artwork preservation, greenhouse environments, and food storage
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable application of known humidity control techniques to different environmental control scenarios, representing standard engineering design optimization
Source Patent Element
Heater base with thermal contact and heat conducting surface
PTD Variation
Temperature and humidity regulation across multiple domain-specific applications
Obviousness Reasoning
Known thermal management principles can be systematically applied to different environmental control requirements using standard heat transfer techniques
Source Patent Element
Conduit providing fluid pathway between humidification unit and interface
PTD Variation
Fluid pathway modifications for air filtration, refrigeration, and climate control integration
Obviousness Reasoning
Routine engineering modification involving standard fluid dynamics principles and modular system design approaches
Source Patent Element
Integrated system with complementary grooves, slots, and lugs
PTD Variation
Modular design allowing rapid reconfiguration for different environmental control applications
Obviousness Reasoning
Standard mechanical design approach enabling flexible system adaptation through known interconnection techniques
Source Patent Element
Sensor-based humidity and temperature monitoring
PTD Variation
Expanded sensor integration across artwork, greenhouse, storage, and food preservation contexts
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable extension of control system design using well-established environmental monitoring principles
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Pursuant to 35 U.S.C. ยง 103, the variations disclosed herein would have been obvious to a person having ordinary skill in the art at the time of invention, as taught by US Patent 11857729, by applying known environmental control and system integration techniques to diverse technological domains through routine engineering design choices that yield predictable results in humidity and temperature management systems.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,729
TitleIntegrated humidifier chamber and lid
Assignee(s)Fisher & Paykel Healthcare Limited