Adaptive Catheter Technology for Industrial and Environmental Applications
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
This inventive concept leverages the core technology of a stabilized coronary sinus catheter handle to develop innovative solutions for monitoring and controlling environmental pollutants, detecting oceanic microplastics, inspecting infrastructure projects, monitoring agricultural pests, and optimizing industrial chemical reactions.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed a stabilized coronary sinus catheter handle for electrophysiological cardiac procedures. However, the limitations of this technology in addressing broader industrial and environmental challenges prompted the development of new applications and use cases. The new inventive concept tackles the need for adaptable, precise, and efficient solutions in various fields.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept integrates the stabilized catheter handle with advanced sensors, processing units, and control systems to create versatile tools for industrial and environmental applications. For instance, the sensor array in the environmental pollutant monitoring system detects specific pollutants, while the processing unit analyzes data and provides alerts to operators. Similarly, the underwater catheter system in the oceanic microplastics detection method utilizes the memory shape portion to navigate and track microplastics. The robotic system for inspecting infrastructure projects incorporates the stabilized catheter handle to enable precise control and navigation.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce novel applications of the stabilized catheter handle technology, which were not anticipated by the original patent. The inventive step lies in the adaptation of the core technology to address distinct challenges in industrial and environmental domains, demonstrating a non-obvious expansion of the original concept.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments may include modifying the sensor array to detect different pollutants, integrating the catheter system with drones or autonomous underwater vehicles for enhanced mobility, or developing specialized processing units for specific industrial or environmental applications.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in various industries, including environmental monitoring, oceanic research, infrastructure inspection, agriculture, and industrial process control. The target market includes companies, research institutions, and government agencies seeking innovative solutions for these applications.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61M25/0136 |
| A | A61 | A61M25/0138 |
| A | A61 | A61M25/0147 |
| A | A61 | A61M2025/0166 |
| A | A61 | A61M2205/0266 |
| A | A61 | A61M2210/125 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Medical device engineering, specifically interventional catheter systems with focus on steerable catheters for diagnostic and interventional procedures, involving mechanical design, sensor integration, and control mechanisms
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A biomedical engineer with expertise in catheter design, mechanical engineering, sensor integration, and experience with medical device development, possessing knowledge of materials science, control systems, and interdisciplinary problem-solving
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the core stabilized catheter handle technology from US 11857738 represents a versatile platform with inherent adaptability across multiple technical domains. The memory shape portion, pull wire mechanism, and sensor integration capabilities provide a fundamental technological framework that can be readily translated to alternative applications through predictable modifications. The disclosed variations demonstrate systematic technological transfer by applying known catheter control principles to environmental, industrial, and monitoring contexts.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,738 |
|---|---|
| Title | Stabilized coronary sinus catheter handle |
| Assignee(s) | Biosense Webster (Israel) Ltd. |