Adaptive Agriculture Facility Design for Extreme Environments

Publication ID: 24-11856902_0004_PTD
Published: October 26, 2025
Category:Specialized Variations & Niche Solutions

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Adaptive Agriculture Facility Design for Extreme Environments,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856902_0004_PTD, Published October 26, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856902_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. 11,856,902.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent described a production facility layout for automated controlled environment agriculture, but it did not address the specific challenges and requirements of niche environments. This invention addresses the limitations of the original patent by providing adaptive solutions for high-security, disaster relief, extreme weather conditions, high-altitude, and remote locations, ensuring the continued operation and productivity of crop production facilities in these environments.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce novel and non-obvious adaptations of the original crop production facility layout, addressing specific challenges and requirements of niche environments. The inventive step lies in the tailored solutions for each environment, which depart from the general-purpose design of the original patent.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments may include hybrid facilities combining features from multiple niche environments, or facilities adapted for other unique operational environments, such as space exploration or urban agriculture. Variations may include different layouts, materials, or technologies used to achieve the same adaptive goals.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The invention has significant commercial potential in various industries, including agriculture, disaster relief, and security. Target markets may include government agencies, non-profit organizations, and private companies operating in niche environments, seeking tailored solutions for their specific needs.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A01 A01G31/06
A A01 A01G31/045

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,856,902
TitleProduction facility layouts for automated controlled environment agriculture
Assignee(s)MJNN LLC