Adaptive Fluid Management Systems for Diverse Industries

Publication ID: 24-11857776_0007_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Adaptive Fluid Management Systems for Diverse Industries,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857776_0007_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857776_0007_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. 11,857,776.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

The inventive concept leverages the core technology of fluid management systems to address pressing challenges in precision agriculture, industrial processes, fire suppression, chemical processing, and water conservation, offering significant environmental and economic benefits.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent focused on fluid management systems for surgical procedures, but these systems have limitations when applied to other industries. The new inventive concept addresses the need for adaptable fluid management systems that can be tailored to specific industries, enabling efficient fluid usage, reduced waste, and improved environmental sustainability.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The new claims describe systems and methods that integrate fluid management modules with sensors, control modules, and optimization algorithms to regulate fluid pressure and flow rates in various industries. For instance, in precision agriculture, the system optimizes irrigation schedules based on real-time soil moisture and crop health data. In industrial processes, the system minimizes waste and reduces environmental impact by adjusting process parameters. Similarly, in fire suppression, the system activates fire suppression systems based on real-time fire condition detection.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce novel applications of fluid management systems, which were not anticipated in the original patent. The inventive step lies in the adaptation of the core technology to address specific challenges in diverse industries, resulting in a significant expansion of the technology's scope and impact.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments could include integrating machine learning algorithms to predict optimal fluid usage patterns, incorporating IoT sensors for real-time monitoring, or developing modular fluid management systems for easy customization across industries.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in various industries, including agriculture, manufacturing, firefighting, chemical processing, and commercial building management. The market for adaptive fluid management systems is substantial, with potential for widespread adoption and significant environmental and economic benefits.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,776
TitleFluid management systems and methods
Assignee(s)Stryker Corporation