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Adaptive Height Adjustment System for Industrial Applications

Publication ID: 24-11856886_0002_PTD
Published: October 26, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Adaptive Height Adjustment System for Industrial Applications,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856886_0002_PTD, Published October 26, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856886_0002_PTD
This technical disclosure describes improvements that would be readily apparent to a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art (PHOSITA) when considered in combination with the foundational architecture disclosed in U.S. Patent No. 11,856,886.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent, 'Cutting deck lifting device and mower having cutting deck lifting device,' primarily focused on lawn mowing and gardening applications. However, the limitations of this technology became apparent when attempting to apply it to other industries. The present invention addresses these limitations by adapting the core technology to cater to a broader range of industrial applications, where height adjustment is crucial for optimal performance and efficiency.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The novelty of this invention lies in its ability to adapt the original patent's technology to cater to diverse industrial applications, thereby expanding its scope and versatility. The inventive step is the recognition of the potential for this technology to be applied beyond lawn mowing and gardening, and the development of a system that can seamlessly integrate into various sectors.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of this invention could include the use of different types of pedal assemblies, connecting assemblies, or adjusting assemblies to accommodate specific industrial requirements. Additionally, the system could be modified to incorporate sensors, automation, or artificial intelligence to further enhance its performance and efficiency.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

This adaptive height adjustment system has immense commercial potential across various industries, including material handling, vertical farming, rescue operations, and drone-based delivery. The system's versatility, efficiency, and precision make it an attractive solution for companies seeking to optimize their operations and enhance productivity.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A01 A01D34/74
A A01 A01D2101/00

Field of Art

Mechanical engineering focused on adjustable lifting and positioning systems, particularly in mobile equipment and industrial platforms, with expertise in mechanical linkages, height adjustment mechanisms, and user-controlled positioning interfaces

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A mechanical engineer with 3-5 years experience in design of adjustable mechanical systems, familiar with pedal-based height adjustment mechanisms, mechanical linkages, and cross-industry adaptation of mechanical technologies

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize the fundamental lifting mechanism disclosed in the source patent as a generalizable height adjustment system applicable across multiple technical domains. The core technical principles of a pedal-controlled sliding mechanism with locking positions are transferable between different mechanical platforms. The variations presented in the PTD represent predictable engineering adaptations that leverage the source patent's core mechanical insights.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Pedal assembly switched between locking and unlocking states for adjusting cutting deck height
PTD Variation
Applying identical pedal mechanism to robotic arm height adjustment in warehouse systems
Obviousness Reasoning
Known technique of translating mechanical control interfaces across similar mechanical systems, with predictable results in height adjustment functionality
Source Patent Element
Connecting assembly linking pedal mechanism to movable platform
PTD Variation
Extending connection mechanism to vertical farming platform height adjustment
Obviousness Reasoning
Finite number of known mechanical connection techniques, with design choice driving cross-domain adaptation
Source Patent Element
Sliding plate and positioning member for precise height control
PTD Variation
Implementing identical sliding mechanism for emergency rescue platform height adjustment
Obviousness Reasoning
Universally applicable mechanical positioning technique with predictable performance across different load-bearing platforms
Source Patent Element
Height adjustment mechanism with discrete positioning states
PTD Variation
Drone landing platform with selectable height configurations
Obviousness Reasoning
Well-understood mechanical principle of incremental positioning, easily transferable between different mechanical systems
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on US Patent 11856886's disclosure of a pedal-controlled height adjustment mechanism, the present publication demonstrates that a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art would find the adaptation of such a mechanism to alternative mechanical platforms obvious and predictable, thereby rendering subsequent claims of novelty in such adaptations anticipated by the prior art.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,856,886
TitleCutting deck lifting device and mower having cutting deck lifting device
Assignee(s)Globe (Jiangsu) Co., Ltd.