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Adaptive Camera Control System for Multi-Industry Use

Publication ID: 24-11856889_0002_PTD
Published: October 26, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Adaptive Camera Control System for Multi-Industry Use,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856889_0002_PTD, Published October 26, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856889_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. 11,856,889.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent, 'Automated camera system control for harvesting machine unloading', introduced a novel approach to automating camera control for agricultural receiving vehicles. However, its application was limited to the agricultural industry. The present invention addresses the need for a more versatile and adaptable solution, capable of being applied to a wide range of industries and use cases, thereby unlocking new value and efficiency opportunities.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The present invention's novelty lies in its application of the original patent's core technology to entirely new industries and use cases, thereby introducing a new level of versatility and adaptability. The inventive step resides in the system's ability to be customized and integrated into various industries, while maintaining the core functionality of automated camera control and image analysis.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the invention may include different types of sensors, such as lidar or radar, in addition to cameras. Variations may also include the use of machine learning algorithms to improve image analysis and predictive modeling. Furthermore, the system could be integrated with other technologies, such as robotics or IoT devices, to enhance its functionality and applicability.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The present invention has significant commercial potential in various industries, including logistics, transportation, energy, and environmental conservation. The market for such a system is substantial, with potential applications in warehouse management, autonomous delivery, wildlife conservation, wind turbine maintenance, and traffic management. The invention's adaptability and customization capabilities make it an attractive solution for companies seeking to optimize their operations and improve efficiency.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A01 A01D41/127
A A01 A01D90/02
B B65 B65G67/22
H H04 H04N23/69
B B65 B65G2814/0302

Field of Art

Agricultural and industrial automation systems, focusing on sensor-based control technologies for mobile vehicles and imaging systems with adaptive imaging capabilities

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

An engineer with expertise in computer vision, robotics, sensor integration, and control systems, typically holding a BS/MS in mechanical, electrical, or systems engineering with 3-5 years of experience in automated sensing technologies

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the core technological principles of automated camera control, adaptive image analysis, and vehicle-mounted sensing systems disclosed in the source patent can be readily extended to diverse industrial and operational contexts. The fundamental technical approach of using camera systems to capture, analyze, and dynamically respond to environmental conditions represents a generalizable technological strategy that can be systematically applied across multiple domains. The PTD's variations demonstrate predictable technological translations that leverage the source patent's core sensing and control methodologies.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Camera system with variable focal length and digital zoom logic for harvesting machine unloading
PTD Variation
Camera-equipped drone for package delivery route optimization
Obviousness Reasoning
A PHOSITA would recognize that the core image capture and analysis techniques are transferable across mobile platforms, with predictable results in route planning and navigation
Source Patent Element
Automated control system responding to vehicle positioning signals
PTD Variation
Warehouse inventory management system using camera-based spatial analysis
Obviousness Reasoning
The fundamental control logic of dynamically adjusting system behavior based on sensor input represents a known and predictable engineering technique applicable across different operational contexts
Source Patent Element
Image processing for determining vehicle unloading configurations
PTD Variation
Wildlife population monitoring system using camera trap image analysis
Obviousness Reasoning
Image processing techniques for identifying spatial relationships and making automated decisions are well-established and represent a finite set of known technological approaches
Source Patent Element
Optical sensor generating pixel-based signals for machine control
PTD Variation
Traffic pattern prediction using networked camera sensors
Obviousness Reasoning
Extending sensor-based data collection and analysis to traffic monitoring represents a straightforward application of known computer vision and machine learning techniques
Source Patent Element
Automated camera view control based on receiving vehicle position
PTD Variation
Wind turbine inspection drone with adaptive imaging for maintenance detection
Obviousness Reasoning
The technical principle of dynamically adjusting camera view and analysis based on spatial context is a predictable engineering solution with broad applicability
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11856889, a person of ordinary skill in the art would find the technical variations disclosed herein to be obvious extensions of the fundamental sensing, imaging, and control methodologies. The systematic application of automated camera control and adaptive image analysis across diverse operational contexts represents a predictable technological progression that would be readily conceived by a skilled practitioner without requiring inventive insight.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,856,889
TitleAutomated camera system control for harvesting machine unloading
Assignee(s)Deer & Company