AI-Powered Smart Irrigation System Innovation

Publication ID: 24-11856900_0003_PTD
Published: October 26, 2025
Category:Synergistic Combinations

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “AI-Powered Smart Irrigation System Innovation,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856900_0003_PTD, Published October 26, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856900_0003_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. 11,856,900.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent, 'Selective application of consumables via irrigation systems', addressed the limitations of conventional irrigation systems by providing a method for delivering consumables to an irrigation area based on irrigation area characteristics. However, this invention had limited scope and did not consider the potential benefits of integrating other technologies. The new invention solves this problem by creating a more comprehensive and powerful system that combines the original patented invention with AI, IoT, blockchain, and advanced materials, enabling a more efficient, sustainable, and precise irrigation system.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new invention's novelty lies in the synergistic integration of AI, IoT, blockchain, and advanced materials with the original patented invention, creating a more comprehensive and powerful system that addresses the limitations of conventional irrigation systems. The inventive step is the combination of these distinct technologies to achieve a more efficient, sustainable, and precise irrigation system.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the invention could include the use of other AI algorithms, different types of IoT sensors, or alternative blockchain networks. Variations could also include the integration of additional technologies, such as machine learning or robotics, to further enhance the system's capabilities.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The invention has significant commercial potential in the agricultural, landscaping, and gardening industries, where water and nutrient efficiency are critical. The system's ability to optimize resource allocation and reduce waste could lead to significant cost savings and environmental benefits, making it an attractive solution for farmers, landscapers, and gardeners.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A01 A01G25/167
G G05 G05B19/042
G G05 G05B2219/2625

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,856,900
TitleSelective application of consumables via irrigation systems
Assignee(s)RACHIO, INC.