Published Technical Disclosure Archive

Advanced Animal Collar with Enhanced Camera Technology

Publication ID: 24-11856923_0001_PTD
Published: October 26, 2025
Category:Direct Improvements & Enhancements

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Advanced Animal Collar with Enhanced Camera Technology,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856923_0001_PTD, Published October 26, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856923_0001_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. 11,856,923.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent, 'Animal collar with improved camera sightlines', provides a foundational design for animal surveillance. However, it has inherent limitations, such as glare and image quality issues, limited durability, and restricted low-light performance. The present invention addresses these limitations by introducing novel improvements to the camera sightlines, arm durability, and platform design.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The present invention introduces novel improvements to the original patent by optimizing camera sightlines, enhancing durability, and incorporating shock-absorbing materials and night vision capabilities. These advancements provide a non-obvious solution to the limitations of the original design, resulting in a more efficient, safer, and more effective animal surveillance system.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments may include varying the angle of the camera, using different materials for the platform and arm, or incorporating additional features such as GPS tracking or real-time video transmission. These variations can be tailored to specific animal species, surveillance requirements, or environmental conditions.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The enhanced animal collar has significant commercial potential in industries such as wildlife conservation, animal research, and pet surveillance. The improved design can be marketed as a premium product, targeting customers seeking advanced animal monitoring solutions.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A01 A01K27/009
A A01 A01K27/001
A A01 A01K27/006

Field of Art

Animal tracking and surveillance systems, specifically wearable technology for animal monitoring with integrated camera systems, requiring expertise in mechanical engineering, electronics, and veterinary technology

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A professional with a bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering, experience in wearable device design, understanding of animal biomechanics, and familiarity with camera integration techniques for mobile platforms

Obviousness Rationale

A person having ordinary skill would recognize that the PTD's variations represent predictable engineering modifications to the source patent's animal collar design. The disclosed improvements in camera angle, material selection, and functional enhancements are logical extensions of existing technological capabilities. These variations solve known limitations in animal surveillance technology through straightforward design iterations that would be apparent to a skilled practitioner.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Adjustable platform with camera mounting capability
PTD Variation
Positioning camera at 20-30 degree angle to reduce glare
Obviousness Reasoning
Optimizing camera angle is a routine design choice to improve image quality, representing a predictable solution to a known optical challenge
Source Patent Element
Flexible adjustable arm supporting camera platform
PTD Variation
Incorporating shock-absorbing materials to reduce impact during animal movement
Obviousness Reasoning
Protecting electronic components through material selection is a standard engineering approach to enhance durability in mobile devices
Source Patent Element
Basic animal tracking collar with camera
PTD Variation
Adding night vision capabilities for low-light surveillance
Obviousness Reasoning
Extending camera functionality through known imaging technologies represents an obvious improvement for expanding surveillance capabilities
Source Patent Element
Collar with adjustable platform and arm
PTD Variation
Applying corrosion-resistant coating to reduce wear and environmental degradation
Obviousness Reasoning
Material treatment to enhance longevity is a standard engineering technique for improving device performance in variable conditions
Source Patent Element
Basic animal surveillance system
PTD Variation
Incorporating GPS tracking and real-time video transmission
Obviousness Reasoning
Integrating complementary tracking technologies is an obvious enhancement using well-established communication and location technologies
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11856923, the present disclosure demonstrates that the claimed variations in animal collar camera systems would have been obvious to a person having ordinary skill in the art at the time of invention. The modifications represent predictable engineering solutions that combine known techniques with standard design approaches, thereby rendering subsequent claims involving similar technological improvements unpatentable under 35 U.S.C. Section 103.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,856,923
TitleAnimal collar with improved camera sightlines