Advanced Material Distribution & Compaction Technology

Publication ID: 24-11856896_0007_PTD

Published: October 26, 2025

Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Advanced Material Distribution & Compaction Technology,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856896_0007_PTD, Published October 26, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856896_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. 11,856,896.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent addressed the specific problem of assisting a compaction-appropriate distribution of harvested material in a flat silo. However, the technology's potential extends far beyond this initial application. This invention seeks to bridge the gap between the original patent's limitations and the unmet needs of various industries, providing a flexible and adaptable solution for efficient distribution and compaction.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce novel applications and use cases that depart significantly from the original patent's focus on flat silos. The inventive step lies in the adaptation of the core technology to address distinct industry challenges, demonstrating a non-obvious and innovative approach to problem-solving.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments may include variations in silo vehicle design, control unit algorithms, and distribution tool configurations to accommodate specific industry requirements. Additional variations could involve integrating sensors, IoT connectivity, or AI-driven decision-making to further enhance the technology's capabilities.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

This invention has far-reaching commercial potential, targeting industries such as logistics, retail, agriculture, waste management, and disaster relief. The technology's adaptability and flexibility make it an attractive solution for companies seeking to optimize their operations, reduce costs, and improve efficiency.

CPC Classifications

Section	Class	Group
A	A01	A01F25/183
A	A01	A01D43/0633
A	A01	A01F25/166

Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)

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Field of Art

Agricultural machinery and material handling systems, specifically focusing on vehicle-based material distribution and compaction technologies for storage and processing applications

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

An engineer with expertise in agricultural engineering, mechanical design, and control systems, possessing knowledge of material handling techniques, sensor integration, and adaptive control algorithms

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the core technological principles of the source patent's silo vehicle and control system can be readily adapted to multiple storage and distribution contexts by applying standard engineering design techniques. The fundamental control mechanism for optimizing material distribution based on input variables is inherently transferable across different technical domains. The variations demonstrate predictable extensions of the original technological concept using well-understood system design principles.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element

Control unit determining dry-substance density based on input variables

PTD Variation

Adapting control unit to determine optimal storage configuration across different inventory types

Obviousness Reasoning

Predictable application of existing control logic to alternative domain, representing a straightforward design modification using known sensor and algorithmic techniques

Source Patent Element

Distribution plate modifying spacing and vertical attitude for material compaction

PTD Variation

Applying similar distribution principles to waste management and emergency supply distribution scenarios

Obviousness Reasoning

Known technique of translating mechanical distribution principles across related material handling applications, representing an obvious design adaptation

Source Patent Element

Silo vehicle with configurable distribution tool

PTD Variation

Integrating real-time data inputs like sales metrics or environmental conditions to dynamically adjust distribution patterns

Obviousness Reasoning

Predictable enhancement using standard IoT and adaptive control methodologies, representing a routine engineering optimization

Source Patent Element

Method for compaction-appropriate material distribution

PTD Variation

Extending methodology to precision agriculture and disaster relief logistics

Obviousness Reasoning

Finite set of identifiable applications demonstrating obvious technological transferability based on core distribution and compaction principles

Source Patent Element

Control unit incorporating working-efficiency presets

PTD Variation

Implementing context-specific optimization algorithms across different storage and distribution scenarios

Obviousness Reasoning

Routine engineering adaptation applying known control system design principles to alternative technical domains

35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on US Patent 11856896's teachings, the disclosed variations represent obvious technological extensions that would be readily conceived by a person having ordinary skill in agricultural and material handling engineering. The fundamental control and distribution methodologies demonstrate predictable adaptations across multiple technical contexts, thereby establishing prior art that would render analogous patent claims obvious and non-patentable.

Original Patent Information

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