Advanced Automated Mushroom Harvesting System

Publication ID: 24-11856898_0004_PTD
Published: October 26, 2025
Category:Specialized Variations & Niche Solutions

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Advanced Automated Mushroom Harvesting System,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856898_0004_PTD, Published October 26, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856898_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. 11,856,898.

Background and Problem Solved

The original automated mushroom harvesting system was designed for general-purpose use in controlled environments. However, the fresh food market demands adaptability to diverse conditions. This invention addresses the limitations of the original system by providing tailored solutions for specific, challenging environments, ensuring efficient and effective mushroom harvesting in a broader range of scenarios.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce novel adaptations of the original automated mushroom harvesting system, specifically designed to address the unique challenges of extreme weather conditions, disaster relief, high-security needs, cold storage, and remote off-grid locations. These adaptations, including weather-resistant and cold-resistant components, climate-controlled enclosures, biometric authentication, and solar-powered systems, provide a non-obvious and innovative solution to the problem of mushroom harvesting in specialized environments.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the invention could include adaptations for other unique environments, such as high-altitude or underwater mushroom harvesting. Variations of the system could also incorporate different types of sensors, robotic arms, or harvesting mechanisms to further enhance its capabilities.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The invention has significant commercial potential in the fresh food market, particularly in areas with extreme weather conditions, disaster-prone regions, high-security facilities, and remote or off-grid locations. The specialized automated mushroom harvesting systems can provide a reliable and efficient means of producing high-quality mushrooms, catering to the diverse needs of various industries and consumers.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A01 A01G18/70
A A01 A01G18/62

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,856,898
TitleAutomated mushroom harvesting system