Adaptive Surface Cleaning Technology

Publication ID: 24-11857746_0002_PTD
Published: November 07, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Adaptive Surface Cleaning Technology,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857746_0002_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857746_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. 11,857,746.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

This inventive concept leverages the core technology of the original wound cleansing apparatus to develop novel applications for cleaning and purifying various surfaces and materials, addressing unmet needs in water purification, oil spill cleanup, surface cleaning, agricultural equipment maintenance, and medical instrument sterilization.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent's wound cleansing apparatus, while effective for wound treatment, has limitations in terms of its adaptability to other industries and applications. This inventive concept addresses the need for a versatile, effective, and efficient cleaning technology that can be applied to diverse surfaces and materials, solving the problem of inadequate cleaning and purification in various fields.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The new inventive concept comprises a conformable membrane or dressing, a cleansing means, and a vacuum source. The membrane or dressing is designed to selectively remove impurities, dirt, debris, and bacteria from various surfaces, while retaining beneficial materials. The cleansing means can be adapted to different applications, such as filtering contaminated water or removing oil from spills. The vacuum source facilitates the removal of unwanted materials, ensuring efficient and effective cleaning. The inventive concept can be implemented in various forms, including systems for water purification, oil spill cleanup, surface cleaning, agricultural equipment maintenance, and medical instrument sterilization.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce a paradigm shift in the application of wound cleansing technology to entirely new fields, leveraging the core technology's adaptability and versatility. The inventive concept's novelty lies in its ability to selectively remove unwanted materials while retaining beneficial ones, addressing specific challenges in various industries.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include the use of different membrane materials, varying vacuum pressures, or modified cleansing means. Additionally, the concept could be adapted for use in other industries, such as food processing, aerospace, or construction, further expanding its commercial potential.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The adaptive surface cleaning technology has vast commercial potential, with applications in water purification, oil spill cleanup, surface cleaning, agricultural equipment maintenance, and medical instrument sterilization. The target markets include industries related to environmental remediation, healthcare, agriculture, and manufacturing, offering a significant opportunity for growth and revenue generation.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61M3/0229
A A61 A61F13/00068
A A61 A61F13/0206
A A61 A61F13/0213
A A61 A61F13/0216
A A61 A61F13/0259
A A61 A61M1/77
A A61 A61M1/81
A A61 A61M1/82
A A61 A61M1/85
A A61 A61M1/915
A A61 A61M1/92
A A61 A61M1/962
A A61 A61M1/985
A A61 A61M3/022
A A61 A61M3/0216
A A61 A61M35/30
A A61 A61F2013/00357
A A61 A61M1/75
A A61 A61M1/772
A A61 A61M1/916
A A61 A61M27/00
A A61 A61M2205/075
A A61 A61M2205/106
A A61 A61M2205/7518
A A61 A61M2205/8206
Y Y10 Y10T29/49826

Field of Art

Medical device technology, specifically wound treatment and surface cleaning systems involving negative pressure apparatus, membrane filtration, and selective material removal techniques

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A biomedical engineer or medical device designer with expertise in wound care technologies, fluid management systems, and surface cleaning techniques, holding at least a bachelor's degree with 3-5 years of practical experience in medical device design and fluid filtration technologies

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize the fundamental principles of selective material removal and negative pressure application disclosed in the source patent as readily adaptable to multiple surface cleaning and filtration contexts. The core technological concept of using a conformable membrane with selective permeability and a vacuum/pressure system is fundamentally transferable across different application domains. The PTD demonstrates predictable variations that extend the wound cleansing apparatus's core technological principles to alternative fields through straightforward technological translation.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Wound dressing with backing layer, wound contact layer, and absorbent material positioned between layers
PTD Variation
Conformable membrane for water purification and surface cleaning applications with similar layered structure
Obviousness Reasoning
Known technique of adapting membrane filtration principles across domains, with predictable results in material separation and selective removal
Source Patent Element
Negative pressure source mounted to backing layer for fluid management
PTD Variation
Pump or vacuum system for circulating cleaning solutions and facilitating material removal in alternative contexts
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable application of known negative pressure technology to different fluid management scenarios
Source Patent Element
Wound dressing configured to selectively remove deleterious materials while retaining beneficial materials
PTD Variation
Surface cleaning systems designed to remove contaminants while preserving desired materials in water purification, oil spill cleanup, and equipment maintenance
Obviousness Reasoning
Finite identified solution set for selective material removal, representing an obvious extension of core technological principles
Source Patent Element
Adhesive layer configured to attach wound dressing to skin
PTD Variation
Conformable dressing configured to adhere to various surfaces like agricultural equipment or medical instruments
Obviousness Reasoning
Known design choice in applying adhesive membrane technologies across different substrate contexts
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on US Patent 11857746's disclosure of a wound cleansing apparatus with selective material removal and negative pressure technologies, the present publication demonstrates that the claimed variations would have been obvious to a person having ordinary skill in the art at the time of invention, as the technological principles represent predictable extensions of known medical device and filtration technologies through routine design modifications.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,746
TitleWound cleansing apparatus in-situ
Assignee(s)Smith & Nephew PLC