Precision Dispensing Technology for Diverse Industries
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
The present inventive concept leverages the core technology of the original patent to develop innovative solutions for precision dispensing in various industries, including agriculture, skincare, 3D printing, pharmaceutical research, and food processing.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent addressed the limitations of syringe closure methods, providing a manual device for inserting plunger-type stoppers into syringe cylinders. However, this technology has vast potential beyond the medical field. The inventive concept tackles the problem of precise dispensing in diverse industries, where existing methods often lack accuracy, efficiency, or customization capabilities.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept comprises a manually operated device for inserting plunger-type stoppers into syringe cylinders, adapted for various industries. In precision agriculture, the device dispenses precise amounts of agricultural chemicals into target areas. For personalized skincare, the device creates customized products with exact amounts of active ingredients. In 3D printing, the device enables precise control over material deposition. In pharmaceutical research, the device creates precise formulations of pharmaceutical compounds. In food processing, the device produces customized products with exact ingredient amounts.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The inventive concept's novelty lies in its application of the original patent's core technology to entirely new industries, providing innovative solutions for precision dispensing. The inventive step resides in the adaptation of the device to accommodate the specific requirements of each industry, ensuring accurate and customized dispensing.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments may include automated or semi-automated versions of the device, integration with existing systems or equipment, or modifications for specific industry requirements. Variations could involve different materials, sizes, or geometries of the syringe cylinders and plunger-type stoppers.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has vast commercial potential across multiple industries, offering precise dispensing solutions that can increase efficiency, reduce waste, and improve product quality. Target markets include precision agriculture, personalized skincare, 3D printing, pharmaceutical research, and food processing, with potential for expansion into other industries.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61M5/1782 |
| A | A61 | A61M5/008 |
| A | A61 | A61M2205/19 |
| A | A61 | A61M2209/045 |
| A | A61 | A61M2209/084 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Medical device engineering and precision dispensing technologies, with expertise in syringe mechanisms, fluid transfer systems, and precision dosing across multiple industries
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A skilled engineer with advanced degree in biomedical engineering or mechanical engineering, experienced in medical device design, familiar with precision fluid transfer mechanisms, and capable of adapting core technologies across different application domains
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the core mechanical principles of the source patent's syringe insertion device are fundamentally transferable across multiple precision dispensing contexts. The technical elements of controlled plunger insertion, precise volume management, and manual actuation mechanisms represent generalizable engineering principles that can be readily adapted to diverse industrial applications. The variations disclosed in the PTD represent predictable extensions of the source patent's core technological concept, utilizing known design adaptation techniques.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,766 |
|---|---|
| Title | Device and method for closing syringe bodies |