Urban Agriculture Corn Tech: Sustainable Innovation

Publication ID: 24-11856912_0002_PTD
Published: October 26, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Urban Agriculture Corn Tech: Sustainable Innovation,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856912_0002_PTD, Published October 26, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856912_0002_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. 11,856,912.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent disclosed hybrid corn variety CH011176 for traditional agricultural purposes. However, the increasing need for sustainable urban development, improved air quality, and innovative building materials presents an opportunity to repurpose this technology. The present invention addresses these limitations by applying CH011176 to new, high-impact use cases.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce novel applications of hybrid corn variety CH011176, unobvious from the original patent's focus on traditional agriculture. The inventive step lies in recognizing the potential of CH011176 to address pressing urban challenges, and designing systems and methods to harness its unique characteristics.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments may include integrating CH011176 with other plant species, using different growth mediums or vertical stacking configurations, or adapting the systems for use in greenhouses or indoor agriculture. Variations may also include using CH011176 for bioremediation, carbon sequestration, or as a component in urban planning and design.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The invention has significant commercial potential in the urban agriculture, environmental remediation, and sustainable building materials markets. Target industries include urban planning, architecture, construction, and environmental consulting. The invention can also appeal to government agencies and non-profit organizations focused on sustainable urban development.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A01 A01H6/4684
A A01 A01H5/10

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,856,912
TitlePlants and seeds of hybrid corn variety CH011176
Assignee(s)MONSANTO TECHNOLOGY LLC