Advanced Wastewater Irrigation Systems: Adaptive Tech

Publication ID: 24-11856901_0004_PTD
Published: October 26, 2025
Category:Specialized Variations & Niche Solutions

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Advanced Wastewater Irrigation Systems: Adaptive Tech,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856901_0004_PTD, Published October 26, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856901_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. 11,856,901.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent addressed the technical field of controlled irrigation of wastewater in land application systems. However, the limitations of the original patent lie in its inability to cater to unique operational environments and specific market needs. The new invention bridges this gap by providing specialized wastewater irrigation systems adaptable to diverse settings, thereby expanding the scope of wastewater reuse and treatment.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The novelty of the invention lies in the adaptation of the original controlled irrigation process to specific, niche environments, incorporating unique components and configurations that address the distinct challenges of each setting. The inventive step is the integration of these specialized components to create a cohesive system that efficiently reuses wastewater in diverse operational environments.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the invention could include systems designed for other specialized environments, such as arctic or desert regions, or systems incorporating additional features, such as advanced weather forecasting or soil moisture monitoring. Variations could also include modular, containerized systems for easy deployment and scalability.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The invention has significant commercial potential in various industries, including water treatment, agriculture, disaster relief, and high-security facilities. The market for specialized wastewater irrigation systems is expected to grow as the need for efficient wastewater reuse and treatment increases, particularly in regions with unique environmental challenges.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A01 A01G25/167
C C02 C02F3/327

Field of Art

Wastewater management and irrigation systems, specifically focusing on controlled land application techniques involving soil moisture monitoring, treatment, and adaptive irrigation strategies

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A professional with expertise in environmental engineering, agricultural irrigation, water resource management, with knowledge of soil hydrology, control systems, and wastewater treatment technologies

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the source patent's fundamental irrigation control methodology can be readily adapted to diverse environmental contexts by integrating specialized monitoring modules and adjusting irrigation protocols. The core technical principles of soil water tension measurement, adaptive irrigation scheduling, and wastewater treatment remain consistent across the disclosed variations. The modifications represent predictable engineering solutions addressing specific operational constraints.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Soil water tension measurement for determining irrigation status
PTD Variation
Incorporating weather monitoring module to adjust irrigation schedules based on real-time environmental data
Obviousness Reasoning
Integrating additional environmental sensing is a known technique for refining irrigation control, representing a predictable extension of the source patent's adaptive irrigation methodology
Source Patent Element
Wastewater treatment and land application process
PTD Variation
Deploying portable wastewater treatment units for disaster relief scenarios
Obviousness Reasoning
Adapting the core wastewater treatment system for mobile deployment represents a straightforward design variation addressing emergency infrastructure needs
Source Patent Element
Irrigation controller configured to adjust wastewater volume and duration
PTD Variation
High-altitude system with pressure-compensating pump to manage irrigation under altitude-related pressure changes
Obviousness Reasoning
Modifying irrigation control systems to accommodate environmental variations is a predictable engineering solution within the skill of an ordinary practitioner
Source Patent Element
Soil moisture and tension monitoring for irrigation management
PTD Variation
Floating wetland system with buoyancy-adjusting irrigation controller for coastal environments
Obviousness Reasoning
Extending irrigation control principles to dynamic aquatic environments represents a logical application of known control system adaptation techniques
Source Patent Element
Wastewater treatment and controlled irrigation process
PTD Variation
High-security facility system with secure communication network for irrigation control
Obviousness Reasoning
Incorporating network security and access control into existing irrigation management represents a predictable technological enhancement
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on US Patent 11856901's comprehensive wastewater irrigation methodology, the disclosed variations represent obvious extensions that would be readily conceived by a person having ordinary skill in the art. The technical modifications demonstrate predictable adaptations of fundamental irrigation control principles, thereby establishing prima facie obviousness under 35 U.S.C. ยง 103 and rendering subsequent claims covering similar technical implementations unpatentable.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,856,901
TitleControlled irrigation process and system for land application of wastewater
Assignee(s)GROUPE RAMO INC.