Advanced Wildlife Broadcast Feeder Innovation

Publication ID: 24-11856925_0009_PTD
Published: October 26, 2025
Category:Specialized Variations & Niche Solutions

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Advanced Wildlife Broadcast Feeder Innovation,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856925_0009_PTD, Published October 26, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856925_0009_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. 11,856,925.

Background and Problem Solved

The original broadcast feeder patent addressed the need for efficient wildlife feeding systems. However, it did not account for unique environmental challenges faced in various regions. This invention disclosure addresses these limitations by introducing specialized broadcast feeders that cater to specific niches, ensuring reliable and effective feed dispensing in diverse operational environments.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The novelty of this invention lies in the introduction of specialized broadcast feeders that cater to unique environmental challenges. The inventive step is the adaptation of the original broadcast feeder design to address specific niche requirements, resulting in a family of feeders that provide enhanced functionality and performance in diverse operational environments.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments may include broadcast feeders designed for use in areas with high humidity, seismic activity, or other unique environmental challenges. Variations could include adjustable wind-resistant chutes, modular compartments for easy replacement, or integrated sensors for real-time monitoring and optimization.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The specialized broadcast feeders have significant commercial potential in various industries, including wildlife management, agriculture, conservation, and outdoor recreation. Target markets may include government agencies, wildlife refuges, national parks, and private landowners seeking to provide supplemental nutrition to game animals in challenging environmental conditions.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A01 A01K5/0225

Field of Art

Agricultural and Wildlife Feed Distribution Systems, specifically broadcast feeders for animal nutrition and environmental management

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A mechanical engineer or agricultural equipment designer with expertise in feed distribution mechanisms, environmental adaptation of agricultural equipment, and wildlife management technologies

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the source patent's broadcast feeder design provides a fundamental modular framework that can be readily adapted to specific environmental challenges. The core mechanical principles of feed distribution and containment established in the source patent inherently suggest potential variations for different operational contexts. The PTD's proposed modifications represent predictable engineering solutions that would be apparent to a skilled practitioner seeking to optimize feeder performance across diverse conditions.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Planar attachment plate with feed opening and removable chute control mechanism
PTD Variation
Water-resistant compartment for flood-prone areas
Obviousness Reasoning
A PHOSITA would recognize that protecting feed from environmental moisture is a standard design consideration, achievable through known sealing techniques and material selection
Source Patent Element
Chute control member configured for radial movement
PTD Variation
Wind-resistant chute design minimizing feed dispersal
Obviousness Reasoning
Modifying chute geometry to control feed distribution is a predictable engineering solution for managing environmental interference
Source Patent Element
Removable attachment mechanisms for feed hopper
PTD Variation
Modular compartments for easy replacement and maintenance
Obviousness Reasoning
Designing interchangeable components is a standard approach in mechanical systems to enhance serviceability and adaptability
Source Patent Element
Cylindrical neck and collar with threaded connection
PTD Variation
Tamper-evident compartment with integrated security features
Obviousness Reasoning
Implementing additional mechanical constraints and monitoring mechanisms represents a straightforward extension of existing connection technologies
Source Patent Element
Feed hopper with controlled dispensing mechanism
PTD Variation
Thermally insulated compartment maintaining consistent feed temperature
Obviousness Reasoning
Thermal management of storage compartments is a known engineering technique for preserving material properties in variable environmental conditions
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on US Patent 11856925's broadcast feeder design, the present publication demonstrates that a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art would find the proposed variations obvious through standard engineering adaptations. The disclosed modifications represent predictable technical extensions that would be readily conceived by a skilled practitioner seeking to optimize feed distribution technologies for specific environmental contexts.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,856,925
TitleBroadcast feeder