Versatile Artifact Display & Imaging Rack System

Publication ID: 24-11856932_0002_PTD

Published: October 27, 2025

Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Versatile Artifact Display & Imaging Rack System,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856932_0002_PTD, Published October 27, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856932_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. 11,856,932.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent for an adjustable fish-supporting photographic rack assembly was limited to recreational fishing and picture taking. However, the core technology of the assembly can be adapted to address the need for versatile and adjustable display and photography systems in various industries, where the ability to showcase and capture high-quality images of diverse artifacts is crucial.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new invention's novelty lies in its application of the original patent's core technology to entirely different industries and use cases, including marine life exhibits, cultural heritage preservation, and e-commerce. The inventive step is the recognition of the potential for the adjustable rack assembly to be adapted for diverse artifacts, and the implementation of interchangeable components and advanced technologies to enable this versatility.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the invention may include different materials or designs for the rack assembly, additional features such as temperature or humidity control for sensitive artifacts, or integration with augmented reality technology. Variations of the invention may also include customized solutions for specific industries or applications.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The invention has significant commercial potential in various industries, including marine life exhibits, cultural heritage preservation, e-commerce, and education. The system's versatility, adjustability, and high-quality image capture capabilities make it an attractive solution for organizations and individuals seeking to showcase and preserve diverse artifacts.

CPC Classifications

Section	Class	Group
A	A01	A01K97/00
A	A47	A47F5/13
A	A47	A47F7/0071
G	G03	G03B15/00

Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)

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Field of Art

Display and support systems for objects, with expertise in modular rack assemblies, photographic documentation, and artifact preservation across multiple domains including marine biology, scientific instrumentation, and cultural heritage

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A technical professional with engineering background, familiarity with modular design principles, understanding of structural mechanics, knowledge of materials science, and experience adapting support systems across different contexts

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize the fundamental transferability of the fish-supporting photographic rack assembly's core structural design principles to other display contexts. The modular framework, adjustable hook configurations, and photographic integration represent generalizable technical solutions that can be readily adapted to diverse artifact display requirements. The source patent's technical teachings provide a clear blueprint for creating flexible support systems that can be modified for different objects and use cases.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element

Tubular framework body with spaced-apart hooks for supporting objects

PTD Variation

Adapting hooks and framework to support seashells, ceramics, and scientific instruments

Obviousness Reasoning

Predictable result of applying known structural support technique to alternative objects with similar dimensional and display requirements

Source Patent Element

Adjustable photographic integration component

PTD Variation

Incorporating sensors, cameras, and virtual reality technologies into display system

Obviousness Reasoning

Known technique of augmenting display systems with digital documentation and interactive technologies

Source Patent Element

Modular framework with interchangeable components

PTD Variation

Creating customizable display systems for different artifact types and preservation needs

Obviousness Reasoning

Finite set of design modifications that would be obvious to a skilled practitioner seeking versatile display solutions

Source Patent Element

Vertical and horizontal tubular framework members

PTD Variation

Collapsible design for portable photographic studio and exhibit systems

Obviousness Reasoning

Routine engineering adaptation of existing structural principles to create more compact, transportable configurations

Source Patent Element

Spring-loaded positioning mechanisms

PTD Variation

Implementing adjustable securing mechanisms for delicate artifacts

Obviousness Reasoning

Known mechanical technique for creating flexible, secure object support across different contexts

35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on US Patent 11856932's disclosure of an adjustable fish-supporting photographic rack assembly, the present publication demonstrates that a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art would find obvious the extension of said assembly's core structural and functional principles to diverse artifact display contexts. The variations disclosed herein represent predictable technical adaptations that would be readily conceived by a skilled practitioner without requiring inventive insight beyond the existing prior art.

Original Patent Information

Patent Number	US 11,856,932
Title	Adjustable fish-supporting photographic rack assembly