Adaptive Acoustic Suppressor Nozzle for Diverse Industries
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
This inventive concept leverages the core technology of the original low-pressure drop acoustic suppressor nozzle to address noise pollution, marine ecosystem disruption, wind resistance, respiratory disorders, and food preservation in various industries.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent focused on fire protection systems, but its limitations in pressure drop and flow rates hindered its application to other fields. This inventive concept tackles these limitations by adapting the nozzle design for use in diverse industries, addressing specific problems such as noise pollution, marine ecosystem disruption, and more.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The new claims integrate the low-pressure drop acoustic suppressor nozzle into various systems, including sound-absorbing materials, underwater deployments, wind turbine blades, respiratory masks, and food packaging systems. In each application, the nozzle is designed to release inert gas in a controlled manner, minimizing noise waves, disrupting aquatic life, reducing wind resistance, aiding breathing, and preserving food freshness.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce novel applications and use cases for the original nozzle design, expanding its functionality beyond fire protection systems. The inventive step lies in the adaptation of the nozzle's core technology to address specific problems in diverse industries, resulting in a non-obvious and innovative solution.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments could include modifying the nozzle's material composition, adjusting the flow rates and pressure drops, or integrating sensors and control systems to optimize performance in each industry. Variations could also involve using different types of inert gases or adapting the nozzle for use in other industries, such as aerospace or construction.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in various industries, including environmental noise reduction, marine conservation, renewable energy, healthcare, and food processing. The target market includes companies and organizations seeking innovative solutions to address specific problems in these fields.
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Fire suppression systems, fluid dynamics, and acoustic engineering, with expertise in nozzle design, gas flow control, and multi-industry fluid discharge technologies
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A professional engineer with advanced degrees in mechanical or chemical engineering, experienced in fluid dynamics, nozzle design, and cross-industry technology adaptation, familiar with gas discharge systems and acoustic suppression techniques
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the core acoustic suppressor nozzle technology from the source patent has inherent adaptability across multiple technical domains. The fundamental principles of controlled gas discharge, pressure management, and acoustic suppression are universally applicable, making the PTD's industry-specific variations predictable extensions of the original design. The technical modifications represent straightforward design adaptations that leverage the nozzle's core functional principles.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,817 |
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| Title | Low pressure drop acoustic suppressor nozzle for inert gas discharge system |
| Assignee(s) | Tyco Fire Products LP |