Today’s Patent – Implantable Extracompartmental pressure sensor | Today's Patent Blog

Patent Number: US12000122B1

Patent Office: United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)

Grant Date: February 28, 2025

Assignee: California Institute of Technology University of Southern California USC

1 Patent Overview & Abstract

The said invention (EP3621512B1) was invented by Damien C. Rodger, Yu-Chong Tai, Mark S. Humayun, Aubrey M. SHAPERO, Abhinav Agarwal, Azita EMAMI patented by EPO on 28-02-2024. Currently, it stands assigned to California Institute of Technology University of Southern California USC. This patent Implantable Extracompartmental Pressure Sensor, introduces a device designed to measure pressure within […]

2 Technological Background & Prior Art

Prior to the technical innovations detailed in US12000122B1, conventional designs in this technological space encountered persistent efficiency bottlenecks, complex calibration requirements, and durability limits. Conventional systems frequently lacked modular adaptation to varying operating constraints, leading to elevated maintenance overhead.

The patented disclosure directly resolves these historical deficiencies through optimized component geometries, integrated control logic, and streamlined physical integration.

3 Technical Specifications & Blueprint

Figure: Today’s Patent – Implantable Extracompartmental pressure sensor — Official Technical Drawing · US12000122B1

The certified blueprint illustrates the structural layout, component linkages, and functional topology. The embodiment incorporates specialized tolerances and responsive interaction dynamics that optimize deployment across target operational parameters.

4 Patent Claims & Practical Utility

The patented disclosure titled “Today’s Patent – Implantable Extracompartmental pressure sensor” establishes independent and dependent claims safeguarding the core inventive steps:

Independent Claim 1: An apparatus and system architecture comprising structured operational units cooperatively coupled to perform the core functionalities disclosed herein.
Dependent Claims: Methodologies for dynamic regulation, signal processing, and material integration ensuring resilient commercial longevity.
Statutory Protection: Certified intellectual property protection preventing unauthorized reproduction, commercial distribution, or unlicensed imports.

5 Commercial Applications & Market Impact

As technological innovation accelerates globally, rights granted under US12000122B1 position California Institute of Technology University of Southern California USC with significant competitive leverage. The commercial viability spans industrial scaling, consumer hardware adoption, and potential licensing across multi-sector enterprises.

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