Advanced Flat Silo Material Distribution System

Publication ID: 24-11856896_0009_PTD
Published: October 26, 2025
Category:Specialized Variations & Niche Solutions

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Advanced Flat Silo Material Distribution System,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856896_0009_PTD, Published October 26, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856896_0009_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 (Method for assisting a compaction-appropriate distribution of harvested material in a flat silo) addressed the need for efficient material distribution in flat silos. However, it did not account for the specific challenges posed by high-security facilities, extreme weather conditions, disaster relief operations, areas prone to natural disasters, and areas with limited access. The present invention bridges this gap by providing tailored solutions for these niche environments.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The novelty of the present invention lies in its provision of specialized flat silo distribution systems tailored to specific niche environments, which were not addressed by the original patent. The inventive step resides in the adaptation of the original method to these unique operational environments, resulting in systems that can efficiently and reliably compact material in high-security facilities, extreme weather conditions, disaster relief operations, areas prone to natural disasters, and areas with limited access.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the invention could include the integration of advanced sensors to monitor material properties, the use of autonomous vehicles for enhanced mobility, or the incorporation of machine learning algorithms to optimize material distribution. Variations of the invention could also include adaptations for other niche environments, such as areas with limited resources or remote locations.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The invention has significant commercial potential in various industries, including agriculture, construction, and disaster relief. The specialized flat silo distribution systems could be marketed to high-security facilities, such as government agencies or military bases, as well as to organizations involved in disaster relief operations or operating in areas prone to natural disasters. The invention could also be of interest to companies operating in areas with limited access or infrastructure.

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