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Advanced Portable Pet Drinking Container Patent Tech

Publication ID: 24-11856928_0006_PTD
Published: October 26, 2025
Category:Direct Improvements & Enhancements

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Advanced Portable Pet Drinking Container Patent Tech,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856928_0006_PTD, Published October 26, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856928_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. 11,856,928.

Background and Problem Solved

The original portable pet drinking container patent addressed the limitations of standard pet water containers and bowls, providing a portable and convenient solution. However, the original design still had limitations, such as potential spillage during transport, manual refilling, and limited water flow control. The present invention solves these problems by introducing innovative features, including self-leveling, automatic refilling, detachable and collapsible drinking bowls with built-in water filters, adjustable flow control valves, and shock-absorbing bases.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce several innovative features that significantly improve the original portable pet drinking container. The self-leveling system, automatic refilling mechanism, detachable and collapsible drinking bowl with built-in water filter, adjustable flow control valve, and shock-absorbing base are all novel and non-obvious advancements that overcome the limitations of the original design.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the invention could include different self-leveling system designs, such as using gyroscopes or accelerometers to detect container orientation. The automatic refilling mechanism could be powered by batteries or solar panels. The detachable and collapsible drinking bowl could be made of different materials, such as silicone or stainless steel. The adjustable flow control valve could be replaced with a smart valve that learns the pet's drinking habits. These variations demonstrate the broad conceptual coverage of the invention.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The enhanced portable pet drinking container has significant commercial potential in the pet industry, particularly among outdoor enthusiasts, pet owners who frequently travel with their pets, and those who value convenience and safety. The invention could be marketed through online platforms, pet stores, and outdoor gear retailers, targeting pet owners who are willing to invest in premium products that provide a better experience for their pets.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A01 A01K7/005

Field of Art

Portable animal hydration systems and containers, specifically focusing on pet drinking equipment with ergonomic and functional design improvements

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A mechanical engineer or product designer with expertise in fluid container design, pet accessories, and portable hydration solutions, familiar with materials engineering, fluid dynamics, and consumer product development

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the proposed variations represent incremental improvements to the existing portable pet drinking container design, utilizing standard engineering techniques and known solutions to address common user challenges such as spillage, portability, and water management.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Container body with trapezoidal cross-section for stability
PTD Variation
Self-leveling system to maintain water level and reduce spillage
Obviousness Reasoning
A PHOSITA would find it obvious to enhance the existing stability design with active stabilization techniques, as maintaining fluid level is a predictable solution to a known container instability problem
Source Patent Element
Drinking bowl receiving port with threaded connection
PTD Variation
Detachable, collapsible drinking bowl with integrated water filter
Obviousness Reasoning
The modular connection design naturally suggests further functional enhancements like filtration and compact storage, representing a predictable design evolution for portable pet containers
Source Patent Element
Container designed for fluid transport and pet hydration
PTD Variation
Automatic sensor-activated water refilling mechanism
Obviousness Reasoning
Implementing automated refilling is a known technique in fluid management systems, and a PHOSITA would recognize this as a straightforward technological extension of the original container's purpose
Source Patent Element
Portable container with potential transport challenges
PTD Variation
Shock-absorbing cushioned base to minimize movement and spillage
Obviousness Reasoning
Addressing container stability through shock absorption represents a standard engineering approach to solving vibration and movement issues in portable devices
Source Patent Element
Basic fluid transfer mechanism
PTD Variation
Integrated adjustable flow control valve to regulate water dispensing
Obviousness Reasoning
Flow control is a predictable design improvement for liquid containers, representing a finite and obvious solution to managing fluid transfer
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11856928, a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art would find the technical variations disclosed herein to be obvious extensions of the prior art, representing predictable combinations of known techniques and design solutions within the field of portable pet hydration systems.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,856,928
TitlePortable pet drinking container