Published Technical Disclosure Archive

Adaptive Hydration Systems: Multi-Purpose Liquid Delivery

Publication ID: 24-11856928_0002_PTD
Published: October 26, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Adaptive Hydration Systems: Multi-Purpose Liquid Delivery,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856928_0002_PTD, Published October 26, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856928_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. 11,856,928.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent disclosed a portable pet drinking container addressing the limitations of standard pet water containers and bowls. However, the original design did not consider applications beyond pet care. This invention disclosure addresses the problem of limited hydration systems in various fields, such as athletics, disaster relief, outdoor activities, search and rescue, and accessibility for individuals with disabilities.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The novelty of this invention lies in the application of the core technology to new industries, fields, or problems, expanding the original patent's scope. The inventive step is the recognition of the potential for the portable pet drinking container's design to be adapted for various uses, providing a new solution for diverse hydration needs.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments may include variations in the securing mechanism, such as a clip-on system or a magnetic attachment. Additionally, the invention could be implemented with different materials, shapes, or sizes of the portable fluid container and drinking tube, depending on the specific application.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The adaptable hydration systems have significant commercial potential in various markets, including athletic equipment, outdoor gear, disaster relief, search and rescue, and assistive technology. The invention's versatility and adaptability make it an attractive solution for companies and organizations seeking to provide innovative hydration solutions for diverse user groups.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A01 A01K7/005

Field of Art

Portable fluid containment and hydration systems, specifically focusing on adaptable drinking containers for mobile use across multiple domains including pet care, athletic, emergency, and accessibility applications

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A design engineer with expertise in fluid container design, familiarity with modular attachment systems, understanding of ergonomic design principles, and experience adapting container technologies across different use cases

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize the fundamental design principles of the portable pet drinking container are readily transferable to human hydration contexts. The core technical elements of secure attachment, fluid containment, and drinking tube integration provide a clear template for adaptation across different use scenarios. The variations disclosed represent predictable engineering modifications that leverage the source patent's core technological innovations.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Container body with threaded drinking bowl receiving port
PTD Variation
Adapting threaded attachment mechanism for athlete hydration harness or search and rescue backpack
Obviousness Reasoning
Modular attachment systems are well-known, and transferring a threaded connection design to different mounting platforms represents a standard design adaptation with predictable results
Source Patent Element
Trapezoidal cross-section container body
PTD Variation
Utilizing geometric design for improved stability in athletic and outdoor hydration systems
Obviousness Reasoning
Shape optimization for stability is a common engineering approach, and applying the source patent's cross-sectional design to alternative use cases represents a straightforward design choice
Source Patent Element
Locking tab mechanism preventing rotation
PTD Variation
Implementing similar secure connection method for disability-focused hydration system with adaptive handle
Obviousness Reasoning
Mechanical connection techniques that prevent unintended movement are standard engineering solutions applicable across multiple technical domains
Source Patent Element
Portable fluid container with drinking interface
PTD Variation
Repurposing container design for emergency water distribution in disaster relief scenarios
Obviousness Reasoning
Fundamental hydration container technologies are inherently adaptable, and applying the source patent's design principles to humanitarian contexts represents an obvious extension
Source Patent Element
Drinking tube connection mechanism
PTD Variation
Integrating drinking tube with alternative mounting systems for outdoor and athletic use
Obviousness Reasoning
Fluid transfer interfaces are standardized, and reconfiguring drinking tube attachment represents a predictable engineering modification
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on US Patent 11856928's teachings, the disclosed variations represent obvious extensions of the original portable pet drinking container technology. A person of ordinary skill would readily recognize the transferability of the fundamental design principles across multiple hydration contexts, rendering subsequent claims involving similar modular fluid containment and delivery systems anticipated by the prior art.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,856,928
TitlePortable pet drinking container