Modular Syringe Filling and Assembly System
Legal Citation
Summary of the Inventive Concept
A next-generation syringe filling and assembly system featuring modular, self-contained units, robotic automation, and real-time quality control, enabling customized, precision-filled syringes with unprecedented efficiency and sterility.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent addressed the limitations of manual syringe filling methods, which were either complex, non-sterile, or prone to excess pressure. However, these solutions still relied on manual intervention and were not adaptable to various syringe types and sizes. The new inventive concept solves these problems by introducing a modular, automated, and data-driven approach to syringe filling and assembly.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept comprises a modular, self-contained filling unit adaptable for use with various syringe types and sizes, a robotic arm for automated plunger-type stopper insertion, and a real-time quality control module for ensuring sterility and precision filling. The system integrates with a 3D-printed syringe cylinder tailored to user specifications, allowing for customized syringe configurations. The modular syringe production platform features interchangeable, sterilizable modules for handling different syringe types and sizes, a centralized control system for coordinating module operations, and an integrated data analytics module for optimizing production workflows and product quality.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new inventive concept's novelty lies in its modular, automated, and data-driven approach to syringe filling and assembly, which enables customized, precision-filled syringes with unprecedented efficiency and sterility. The inventive step resides in the integration of robotic automation, real-time quality control, and 3D-printed syringe cylinders, which overcome the limitations of manual intervention and fixed production lines.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include variations in the modular design, such as using different materials or geometries for the filling unit or robotic arm. The system could also be adapted for use with other types of medical devices or containers, such as vials or cartridges.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device industries, where customized, precision-filled syringes are increasingly in demand. The system's ability to ensure sterility, precision, and efficiency makes it an attractive solution for companies seeking to improve their production workflows and product quality.
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, specifically syringe manufacturing and assembly technologies, focusing on precision filling, stopper insertion, and automated medical device production systems
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A biomedical engineer or medical device technologist with expertise in mechanical design, robotics, manufacturing processes, and sterile medical equipment production, holding at least a bachelor's degree with 3-5 years of specialized experience
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the published technical disclosure represents a predictable technological progression from the source patent by applying known automation and modular design principles to syringe filling processes. The core mechanical concepts of stopper insertion and syringe assembly remain fundamentally consistent, with the primary innovation being the integration of robotic systems and data-driven quality control. These variations represent incremental improvements using standard engineering techniques readily available to practitioners in medical device manufacturing.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,766 |
|---|---|
| Title | Device and method for closing syringe bodies |