Advanced Irrigation Tech: Multi-Industry Resource Optimization
Legal Citation
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent, 'Selective application of consumables via irrigation systems,' revolutionized residential irrigation by optimizing water and nutrient delivery. However, its limitations in addressing diverse industry-specific challenges hindered its broader adoption. The present invention overcomes these limitations by applying the core technology to new applications, thereby expanding its scope and impact.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce novel applications of the core technology, including greenhouse agriculture, precision farming, urban gardening, aquaculture, and land reclamation. The inventive step lies in the adaptation of the original patent's consumable delivery system to address specific challenges in these diverse industries, thereby creating new opportunities for efficient resource allocation and environmental sustainability.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the invention may include integrating additional data sources, such as weather forecasts, soil moisture sensors, or crop health monitoring systems. Variations may involve using different types of consumables, such as organic fertilizers or pest control agents, or adapting the system for use in other industries, like forestry or viticulture.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The invention has significant commercial potential in various industries, including agriculture, horticulture, aquaculture, and environmental remediation. The target market includes greenhouse operators, precision farmers, urban gardeners, aquaculture businesses, and land reclamation companies, offering a competitive advantage through efficient resource allocation, improved crop yields, and reduced environmental impact.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A01 | A01G25/167 |
| G | G05 | G05B19/042 |
| G | G05 | G05B2219/2625 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Agricultural and environmental systems engineering, focusing on precision irrigation, nutrient delivery, and automated control systems for agricultural and ecological applications
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A professional with expertise in agricultural engineering, environmental systems design, and control technology, possessing knowledge of irrigation systems, sensor technologies, and resource management techniques
Obviousness Rationale
A person having ordinary skill in the art would recognize that the source patent's core technology of selective consumable delivery through irrigation systems provides a fundamental framework that can be readily adapted to various specialized agricultural and environmental contexts. The PTD's variations represent predictable extensions of the original patent's core technological principles, applying the established method of targeted resource delivery to different domains with minimal inventive complexity. The systematic approach of analyzing area characteristics, consumable properties, and selective delivery remains consistent across the proposed applications.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,856,900 |
|---|---|
| Title | Selective application of consumables via irrigation systems |
| Assignee(s) | RACHIO, INC. |