Advanced Agricultural Header Control for Extreme Environments

Publication ID: 24-11856891_0004_PTD
Published: October 26, 2025
Category:Specialized Variations & Niche Solutions

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Advanced Agricultural Header Control for Extreme Environments,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856891_0004_PTD, Published October 26, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856891_0004_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. 11,856,891.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent disclosed systems and methods for controlling an agricultural header, but did not address the specific challenges and requirements of specialized environments. The present invention addresses these limitations by providing novel adaptations of the control system for use in high-security, disaster relief, extreme weather, precision farming, and wildfire-prone environments.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The invention's novelty lies in its adaptation of the control system for use in specialized environments, providing a unique combination of features and functionalities that are not obvious in light of the original patent. The inventive step is in recognizing the need for and developing these adaptations to address the specific challenges and requirements of these environments.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the invention may include additional sensors, such as cameras or lidar, to enhance the control system's performance in specialized environments. Variations of the invention may include different types of agricultural headers, such as those used for planting or spraying, or different types of sensors and communication systems.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The invention has significant commercial potential in the agricultural industry, particularly in specialized environments such as high-security facilities, disaster relief areas, and regions prone to extreme weather or wildfires. The invention may be marketed as a premium product or service, offering enhanced performance, safety, and efficiency to agricultural operators and organizations.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A01 A01D41/141
A A01 A01D41/1278

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,856,891
TitleSystems and methods for controlling an agricultural header
Assignee(s)CNH Industrial America LLC