Biotransducer Light Modulation for Cellular pH Adjustment

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current methods for treating medical conditions using light therapy biotransducers are limited in their ability to effectively adjust cellular pH levels, which is crucial for cellular regeneration and functionality, particularly in conditions like macular degeneration where cellular voltage is compromised.

Innovation Solution

A biotransducer comprising a resonant circuit with a piezoelectric crystal and a light source, where the light passes through an electromagnetic field generated by the resonant circuit, allowing for the modulation of light patterns to adjust cellular pH levels, thereby promoting healing and regeneration.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If light therapy is applied to treat medical conditions, then cellular regeneration is promoted, but the ability to effectively adjust cellular pH levels is limited

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecellular pH adjustment effectivenessVSAvoidcellular regeneration efficiency
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSProductivity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent combines a light source with a resonant circuit containing a piezoelectric crystal to create a unified biotransducer device. The light source and electromagnetic field generator are integrated into a single apparatus that delivers both optical and electromagnetic therapies simultaneously, enhancing the ability to adjust cellular pH while promoting regeneration.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent employs a resonant circuit with a piezoelectric crystal that generates electromagnetic fields at specific frequencies to modulate cellular pH levels. By adjusting the resonant frequency and electrical parameters of the circuit, the device can precisely control the electromagnetic field characteristics to achieve effective pH adjustment in cells.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

2Device complexity

If a simple light source is used for therapy, then device complexity is reduced, but the ability to modulate light patterns for pH adjustment is lost

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvebiotransducer structureVSAvoidlight pattern modulation capability
Core Design Contradiction:
Device complexityVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The biotransducer device performs multiple therapeutic functions through a single integrated system. The light source provides optical therapy while the resonant circuit with piezoelectric crystal generates electromagnetic fields for pH adjustment, making the device versatile for treating various medical conditions requiring both light and electromagnetic therapy.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

The resonant circuit acts as an intermediary between the electrical power source and the cellular targets. It converts electrical energy into a modulated electromagnetic field that can penetrate tissue and interact with cells to adjust pH levels, while the light source simultaneously provides optical stimulation.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Applied Scientific Principles

This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.

Function Achieved in This Case

The biotransducer effectively adjusts cellular pH levels, enhancing cellular functionality and regeneration, as demonstrated by improved vision restoration in cases of macular degeneration by correcting voltage levels in cells.

Implementation Method 1

Piezoelectricity is a charge that accumulates in certain solid materials (such as crystals and certain ceramics) in response to applied mechanical stress. Conversely, materials exhibiting the direct piezoelectric effect (the internal generation of electrical charge resulting from an applied mechanical force) also exhibit the converse piezoelectric effect (the internal generation of a mechanical strain resulting from an applied electrical field).

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectPiezoelectric effect: Piezoelectric Effect

Implementation Method 2

One or more light emitting diodes (LEDs) that generate light at one or more desired wavelengths are configured to receive an output of the modified LC-type circuit.

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectLight emission: Light Emitting Diode

Data Source

PatentUS11730973B2Methods and apparatus for light therapy treatment of medical ailments
Publication Date: 2023.08.22 TENNANT SYST LLC
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AI summary

The disclosure pertains to biotransducers and particularly to methods and apparatus for treating medical conditions and ailments using light therapy biotransducers.