Synergistic Cranial Nerve Stimulation Systems
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
A novel, integrated system that combines cranial nerve stimulation with AI, IoT, blockchain, and advanced materials to treat various disorders and diseases, enhancing patient outcomes and quality of life.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent, 'Methods for stimulation of cranial nerves', addressed the need for effective treatments for sleep disorders, breathing disorders, and other conditions. However, it had limitations in terms of personalized therapy, data security, and device integration. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by integrating cranial nerve stimulation with distinct technologies, creating a more powerful system.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The synergistic system comprises a neuromodulation device, configured to apply electrical stimulation to a cranial nerve target, integrated with one or more of the following: an AI module for personalized therapy, an IoT network for remote monitoring and data transmission, a blockchain-based data storage system for secure patient data management, and novel biomaterials for enhanced tissue integration. The system enables real-time analysis of patient physiologic data, prediction of disease risk, and prevention of disease onset.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce novel combinations of cranial nerve stimulation with AI, IoT, blockchain, and advanced materials, providing a synergistic effect that enhances the original patent's functionality and value. The inventive step lies in the integration of these distinct technologies to create a more powerful, personalized, and secure system for treating various disorders and diseases.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments may include variations in the AI module's algorithm, the IoT network's architecture, the blockchain-based data storage system's implementation, and the novel biomaterials' composition. Additionally, the system could be adapted for use in other therapeutic areas, such as pain management, depression, or epilepsy.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The synergistic cranial nerve stimulation system has significant commercial potential in the healthcare industry, particularly in the areas of sleep disorders, respiratory disorders, and chronic pain management. The system's ability to provide personalized therapy, secure data management, and real-time monitoring makes it an attractive solution for patients, clinicians, and healthcare providers.
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Biomedical engineering, specifically neuromodulation devices for cranial nerve stimulation and treatment of neurological disorders
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A biomedical engineer or medical device researcher with expertise in neural stimulation technologies, electrical engineering, and medical device design, familiar with emerging technologies in personalized medical interventions
Obviousness Rationale
A person of ordinary skill would recognize that integrating AI, IoT, and advanced data management technologies with existing neuromodulation devices represents a predictable extension of current medical device development. The source patent establishes a foundational method for cranial nerve stimulation, which naturally invites technological enhancements to improve patient monitoring, personalization, and treatment efficacy. These technological integrations represent incremental improvements that would be obvious to a skilled practitioner seeking to optimize neural stimulation therapies.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,792 |
|---|---|
| Title | Methods for stimulation of cranial nerves |
| Assignee(s) | NuXcel2, L.L.C. |