Adaptive Silo Material Distribution System for Agriculture

Publication ID: 24-11856896_0004_PTD
Published: October 26, 2025
Category:Specialized Variations & Niche Solutions

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Adaptive Silo Material Distribution System for Agriculture,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856896_0004_PTD, Published October 26, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856896_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. 11,856,896.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent disclosed a method for assisting a compaction-appropriate distribution of harvested material in a flat silo. However, this method had limitations in addressing specific challenges in various operational environments. This new invention addresses these limitations by providing adaptive silo material distribution systems that can operate effectively in specialized environments.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce novel adaptations of the original method to address specific challenges in high-security, disaster relief, extreme weather, high-altitude, and limited access scenarios. The inventive step lies in the integration of environmental and operational parameters into the control unit's decision-making process, enabling the silo material distribution system to operate effectively in these specialized environments.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the invention could include using different types of sensors to monitor environmental conditions, incorporating machine learning algorithms to optimize distribution parameters, or integrating the silo material distribution system with other agricultural machinery. Variations of the invention could include adapting the system for use in other specialized environments, such as areas with high winds or seismic activity.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The invention has significant commercial potential in the agricultural industry, particularly in regions prone to natural disasters, extreme weather conditions, or with limited access to agricultural land. The system could be marketed to farmers, agricultural cooperatives, and disaster relief organizations, offering a competitive advantage in terms of efficiency, productivity, and adaptability.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A01 A01F25/183
A A01 A01D43/0633
A A01 A01F25/166

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,856,896
TitleMethod for assisting a compaction-appropriate distribution of harvested material in a flat silo
Assignee(s)Deer & Company