Specialized Check Valve Systems for Unique Operational Environments

Publication ID: 24-11857761_0009_PTD
Published: November 07, 2025
Category:Specialized Variations & Niche Solutions

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Specialized Check Valve Systems for Unique Operational Environments,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857761_0009_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857761_0009_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. 11,857,761.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

The present disclosure relates to a family of check valve systems adapted for specific, narrow markets or unique operational environments, such as disaster relief, high-security areas, extreme weather conditions, emergency response, and high-risk medical procedures.

Background and Problem Solved

The original check valve patent, while effective in general medical settings, has limitations when applied to specialized contexts. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by introducing novel adaptations for specific operational environments, ensuring reliable and secure fluid delivery in these unique situations.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The new check valve systems comprise a range of adaptations, including portable power sources, secure fluid pathways, weather-resistant coatings, self-cleaning mechanisms, tamper-evident indicators, and restricted access ports. These adaptations enable the check valves to operate effectively in low-pressure environments, high-security areas, extreme weather conditions, emergency response situations, and high-risk medical procedures.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce novel combinations of components and features that provide a non-obvious solution for the specific problems encountered in these unique operational environments. The adaptations and modifications made to the original check valve design result in a family of specialized check valve systems that are distinctly different from the original patent.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Other possible implementations of the inventive concept could include adaptations for use in space exploration, search and rescue operations, or remote medical facilities. Additionally, the concept could be expanded to incorporate advanced materials, sensors, or automation to further enhance performance and reliability.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The specialized check valve systems have significant commercial potential in industries such as disaster relief, healthcare, aerospace, and defense. The ability to provide reliable and secure fluid delivery in unique operational environments addresses a critical need, and the inventive concept is poised to capture a significant market share in these industries.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61M5/16881
A A61 A61M39/24
B B08 B08B1/005
B B08 B08B1/02
F F16 F16K15/02
F F16 F16K15/023
A A61 A61M2039/246
A A61 A61M2209/10

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,761
TitleCheck valve
Assignee(s)CareFusion 303, Inc.