Smart Animal Garment: AI-Powered Health Monitoring System

Publication ID: 24-11856924_0006_PTD

Published: October 26, 2025

Category:Direct Improvements & Enhancements

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Smart Animal Garment: AI-Powered Health Monitoring System,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856924_0006_PTD, Published October 26, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856924_0006_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. 11,856,924.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent disclosed a smart animal garment for monitoring vital signs, but it had limitations in terms of data analysis, real-time feedback, and environmental adaptability. The present invention addresses these limitations by integrating advanced data analytics, machine learning algorithms, and adaptive temperature control, providing a more comprehensive and effective solution for animal caretakers.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new invention's novelty lies in the integration of advanced data analytics, machine learning algorithms, and adaptive temperature control, which provide a more comprehensive and effective solution for animal caretakers. The inventive step is the combination of these features, which overcome the limitations of the original patent and provide a significant improvement in animal health and wellbeing monitoring and enhancement.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the invention could include variations in sensor types, data analytics algorithms, and communication protocols. Additionally, the invention could be adapted for use with different animal species, or integrated with other health monitoring systems.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The enhanced smart garment system has significant commercial potential in the animal health and wellbeing industry, particularly in the equestrian, livestock, and pet care sectors. The system's ability to provide real-time insights and personalized recommendations could revolutionize animal care, improving health outcomes and reducing costs.

CPC Classifications

Section	Class	Group
A	A01	A01K29/005
A	A01	A01K11/008
A	A01	A01K13/008
A	A61	A61B5/002
A	A61	A61B5/02055
A	A61	A61B5/0533
A	A61	A61B5/11
A	A61	A61B5/1112
A	A61	A61B5/6801
A	A61	A61B5/6804
A	A61	A61B5/6805
B	B68	B68C1/02
B	B68	B68C1/12
A	A61	A61B5/024
A	A61	A61B5/0816
A	A61	A61B2503/40
A	A61	A61B2562/0219

Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)

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Field of Art

Animal health monitoring technologies, specifically wearable sensor systems for tracking physiological and performance metrics in animals, with expertise in biomedical sensors, data analytics, and adaptive monitoring systems

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A biomedical engineer or veterinary technology specialist with advanced knowledge of sensor integration, data processing algorithms, and animal health monitoring techniques, capable of designing adaptive monitoring systems with multiple sensor types

Obviousness Rationale

A person having ordinary skill would recognize that extending the horse monitoring garment's sensor capabilities through advanced data analytics and machine learning represents a predictable technological progression. The source patent establishes a foundational framework of integrated physiological monitoring, which a skilled practitioner would naturally evolve by incorporating more sophisticated data processing and adaptive technologies. The PTD's variations represent incremental improvements that would be obvious to a skilled technologist working in animal health monitoring systems.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element

Heart monitor sensor integrated into horse garment

PTD Variation

Adding machine learning algorithm for analyzing sensor data and providing predictive health insights

Obviousness Reasoning

Applying machine learning to sensor data is a known technique for extracting advanced insights, representing a predictable technological enhancement

Source Patent Element

Moisture and movement sensors in horse monitoring garment

PTD Variation

Implementing adaptive temperature control based on sensor readings

Obviousness Reasoning

Responsive environmental adjustment is a standard design approach in physiological monitoring systems, representing an obvious extension of existing sensor integration techniques

Source Patent Element

Chest and back portions supporting sensors

PTD Variation

Adding communication module for remote data transmission and real-time monitoring

Obviousness Reasoning

Remote data transmission is a standard evolution in sensor system design, providing a predictable and expected technological improvement

Source Patent Element

Galvanic skin response and inertia sensors

PTD Variation

Developing comprehensive performance tracking system with user interface for caretaker insights

Obviousness Reasoning

Creating user-friendly interfaces for complex sensor data is a standard approach in medical and veterinary monitoring technologies

35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Pursuant to 35 U.S.C. § 103, the variations disclosed in this publication would be obvious to a person having ordinary skill in animal monitoring technologies, as demonstrated by the incremental technological enhancements over US Patent 11856924. The disclosed system represents a predictable combination of known techniques in sensor integration, data analytics, and adaptive monitoring, thereby rendering potential claims in this domain obvious and non-patentable.

Original Patent Information

Patent Number	US 11,856,924
Title	Garment
Assignee(s)	Equimetrics Limited