Versatile Self-Aligning Industrial Attachment Technology

Publication ID: 24-11856892_0007_PTD
Published: October 26, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Versatile Self-Aligning Industrial Attachment Technology,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856892_0007_PTD, Published October 26, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856892_0007_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. 11,856,892.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent disclosed a self-aligning hay bale unroller attachment for farm tractors. However, the limitations of this invention were confined to a specific agricultural application. The present invention addresses the need for a versatile attachment that can be adapted to various industrial uses, providing a more efficient and effective solution for diverse industries.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The novelty of the present invention lies in its ability to adapt the core technology of the original patent to entirely new industrial applications, demonstrating an inventive step in expanding the scope of the original invention. The new claims provide a non-obvious solution by combining the self-aligning attachment with various mechanisms and industrial vehicles, resulting in a more versatile and effective system.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the invention could include different support structure designs, varying arm lengths and materials, and diverse mechanisms for deploying equipment or materials. Additionally, the attachment could be integrated with autonomous vehicles or drones for enhanced efficiency and precision.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The self-aligning attachment has significant commercial potential in various industries, including emergency response, disaster relief, construction, landscaping, and logistics. The market for such a versatile attachment is vast, with potential customers including government agencies, construction companies, and industrial equipment manufacturers.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A01 A01D87/127
B B25 B25J9/1065
B B25 B25J15/0266
A A01 A01D2087/128

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,856,892
TitleSelf-aligning hay bale unroller