Advanced Hybrid Corn Variety: Precision Agriculture Tech
Legal Citation
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent for hybrid corn variety CH011010 addressed the need for improved crop yields and disease resistance. However, the patent's limitations included the lack of integration with modern technologies to further optimize crop growth. The new invention addresses this limitation by combining the hybrid corn variety with advanced technologies to create a more powerful and efficient system.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new invention's novelty lies in the integration of the hybrid corn variety CH011010 with advanced technologies like AI, IoT, blockchain, and nanomaterials to create a synergistic system for crop optimization. The inventive step is the recognition of the benefits of combining these distinct technologies to create a more efficient and powerful system.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the invention could include integrating the hybrid corn variety with other advanced technologies like robotics, drones, or satellite imaging. Variations could include using different machine learning algorithms or blockchain protocols to optimize crop yields.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The synergistic crop optimization system has significant commercial potential in the agricultural industry, particularly in precision farming and crop yield optimization. The target market includes farmers, agricultural companies, and research institutions seeking to improve crop yields and reduce environmental impact.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A01 | A01H6/4684 |
| A | A01 | A01H5/10 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Agricultural biotechnology, specifically corn breeding and precision agriculture technologies, involving genetic engineering, crop optimization, and advanced agricultural systems
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A professional with advanced degrees in agricultural science, biotechnology, or engineering, possessing expertise in crop genetics, sensor technologies, data analytics, and agricultural systems integration
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that integrating advanced digital technologies with established hybrid corn varieties represents a predictable and logical extension of existing agricultural innovation. The combination of IoT sensors, machine learning, and blockchain with a specific hybrid corn variety follows well-established patterns of technological convergence in precision agriculture. The technical variations disclosed represent incremental improvements that would be obvious to a skilled practitioner seeking to optimize crop management and yield.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,856,910 |
|---|---|
| Title | Plants and seeds of hybrid corn variety CH011010 |
| Assignee(s) | MONSANTO TECHNOLOGY LLC |