Modulation of Nerve Activity for Enhanced Performance in Non-Medical Applications
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
This inventive concept leverages the core technology of the original patent to modulate nerve activity in non-medical applications, enabling novel solutions for various industries such as agriculture, biotechnology, autonomous vehicles, and livestock health monitoring.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed a device for modulating nerve activity in humans, but its application was limited to medical treatments. This inventive concept addresses the need for a more versatile and adaptable technology that can be applied to diverse industries, where nerve modulation can have a significant impact on performance and efficiency.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The new inventive concept comprises an implantable electrical modulator adapted to modulate nerve activity in plants, microorganisms, autonomous vehicles, and livestock. The modulator is designed to adjust the ripening rate of fruits and vegetables, enhance the growth rate of microorganisms, control the movement of autonomous vehicles, and monitor the health of livestock. The modulator's flexibility and adaptability enable it to be integrated into various systems, providing real-time monitoring and alerts, and improving overall performance and efficiency.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce a paradigm shift by applying the original patent's core technology to entirely new industries and use cases, demonstrating a non-obvious and innovative approach to solving complex problems. The inventive concept's novelty lies in its ability to modulate nerve activity in non-medical applications, providing a groundbreaking solution for diverse industries.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include variations in the modulator's design, materials, and functionality to cater to specific industry requirements. For instance, the modulator could be miniaturized for use in microorganisms or adapted for wireless communication in autonomous vehicles.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has vast commercial potential, with applications in agriculture, biotechnology, autonomous vehicles, and livestock health monitoring. The market for these applications is substantial, with the potential to revolutionize industries and create new opportunities for growth and development.
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Biomedical engineering, neural modulation technologies, and bioelectronic systems with expertise in implantable electrical modulators and nerve stimulation techniques
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A skilled practitioner with advanced degrees in bioengineering, electrical engineering, or biomedical sciences, possessing knowledge of neural interfaces, electrical stimulation methodologies, and cross-domain technology adaptation
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize the fundamental transferability of the source patent's neural modulation technology across biological and technological systems. The core principles of electrical nerve stimulation demonstrated in the original patent provide a clear technical foundation for extending the modulation technique to non-medical domains. The implantable electrical modulator's fundamental design allows for straightforward adaptation to alternative nerve-based control and monitoring applications.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,791 |
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| Title | Arced implant unit for modulation of nerves |
| Assignee(s) | Nyxoah SA |