Sonogenic Stimulation Systems for Niche Environments
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
This inventive concept adapts sonogenic stimulation technology for specific, high-need environments, including disaster relief, high-security settings, extreme weather conditions, remote off-grid locations, and high-noise environments.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed sonogenic stimulation of cells using ultrasound energy, but it did not address the unique challenges and requirements of niche environments. This inventive concept solves the problem of limited applicability by developing specialized variations and niche solutions.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept comprises systems, methods, and compositions that integrate sonogenic stimulation technology with specialized features for specific environments. For disaster relief, a portable ultrasound device is used with genetically modified cells expressing TRP-4. For high-security environments, a secure, encrypted ultrasound transmission protocol is employed. For extreme weather conditions, a weather-resistant, portable ultrasound device is used with a TRP-4 polypeptide. For remote, off-grid locations, a solar-powered ultrasound device is used with genetically modified cells. For high-noise environments, a noise-cancelling ultrasound transmission protocol is used.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce novel and non-obvious adaptations of sonogenic stimulation technology for specific niche environments, which were not anticipated by the original patent. The inventive step lies in the identification of these environments and the development of specialized solutions to address their unique challenges.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments could include using different ultrasound frequencies, genetically modifying cells to express other TRP proteins, or incorporating additional sensors and monitoring systems to enhance the performance of the sonogenic stimulation systems.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in various industries, including disaster relief, national security, environmental monitoring, and remote healthcare. The target market includes government agencies, private contractors, and companies operating in these industries.
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Neurobiology, genetic engineering, and ultrasound-based cellular stimulation technologies, with expertise in genetic modification of neural cells and ultrasound signal transmission
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A researcher or engineer with advanced degrees in neuroscience or bioengineering, familiar with genetic modification techniques, ultrasound technologies, and cellular stimulation methods
Obviousness Rationale
A person skilled in the art would recognize that the PTD's variations represent predictable extensions of the source patent's core sonogenic stimulation technology. The fundamental approach of using genetically modified TRP proteins with ultrasound remains consistent across the disclosed environments. The adaptations primarily involve known engineering techniques for environmental modification and signal transmission.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,809 |
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| Title | Sonogenic stimulation of cells |
| Assignee(s) | Salk Institute for Biological Studies |