Next-Gen Silo Material Distribution System

Publication ID: 24-11856896_0005_PTD
Published: October 26, 2025
Category:Future Evolutions & Paradigm Shifts

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Next-Gen Silo Material Distribution System,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856896_0005_PTD, Published October 26, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856896_0005_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 addressed the need for efficient material distribution in flat silos, but its limitations in terms of real-time monitoring, autonomous operation, and secure tracking of harvested materials necessitate a next-generation solution that can leverage emerging technologies to revolutionize the industry.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce a paradigm shift in silo management by integrating IoT, AI, blockchain, and autonomous drones, which collectively enable real-time monitoring, autonomous operation, and secure tracking of harvested materials. These features are not anticipated by the original patent and represent a significant inventive step forward.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the invention could include the use of other types of sensors, such as acoustic or optical sensors, or the integration of additional AI-powered modules for predictive maintenance or supply chain optimization. Variations of the system could also be designed for specific types of harvested materials or silo configurations.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The next-generation silo management system has significant commercial potential in the agricultural industry, particularly in regions where large-scale farming operations are prevalent. The system's ability to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and provide secure tracking of harvested materials could disrupt the existing market and create new opportunities for farmers, suppliers, and buyers.

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