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Advanced Multi-Domain Image Analysis Tech

Publication ID: 24-11856937_0002_PTD
Published: October 26, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Advanced Multi-Domain Image Analysis Tech,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856937_0002_PTD, Published October 26, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856937_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. 11,856,937.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent addressed the issue of weed control using an apparatus that analyzed images of an environment. However, the limitations of this approach became apparent when considering its applicability to other domains. The present invention builds upon the core technology to overcome these limitations, expanding its scope to tackle novel challenges in different fields.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The novelty of the present invention lies in its ability to apply the core image analysis technology to a wide range of applications, going beyond the original scope of weed control. The inventive step is the recognition of the potential for this technology to be adapted and integrated into various industries, resulting in a multifaceted system that addresses diverse challenges.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the invention could include the use of different types of sensors, such as acoustic or thermal sensors, to acquire data in addition to images. Variations of the system could be implemented using cloud-based or edge computing architectures, depending on the specific requirements of the application.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The multifaceted image analysis system has significant commercial potential across various industries, including environmental monitoring, agriculture, marine navigation, wildlife conservation, and urban planning. The system's adaptability and versatility make it an attractive solution for companies and organizations seeking to leverage image analysis technology to address specific challenges in their respective domains.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A01 A01M21/043
A A01 A01M7/00
E E01 E01H11/00
G G05 G05B15/02
G G06 G06F18/24
G G06 G06T7/0008
G G06 G06T7/70
G G06 G06V20/188
G G06 G06V20/56
H H04 H04N23/54
G G06 G06T2207/30188

Field of Art

Agricultural and environmental monitoring technologies, focusing on image processing, sensor-based detection, and targeted intervention systems across precision agriculture, environmental management, and autonomous systems

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A skilled practitioner with expertise in computer vision, machine learning, sensor integration, and domain-specific image analysis techniques, capable of translating image recognition algorithms across different technical domains

Obviousness Rationale

The source patent's core technological framework of image-based environmental analysis and targeted intervention provides a fundamental template that can be readily adapted to multiple application contexts. A PHOSITA would recognize that the image processing and decision-making algorithms are fundamentally transferable across domains with predictable modifications. The technical core of detecting, analyzing, and responding to environmental conditions remains consistent, regardless of the specific context of application.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Image acquisition and processing unit for identifying vegetation locations
PTD Variation
Applying the same image processing technique to detect algae blooms in aquatic environments
Obviousness Reasoning
Known technique of adapting image recognition algorithms to different visual detection scenarios, with predictable results in identifying spatial distributions of organic matter
Source Patent Element
Chemical spray unit for targeted herbicide application
PTD Variation
Extending targeted treatment methodology to marine vessel navigation obstacle avoidance
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable application of spatial analysis and targeted intervention principles to a different technical domain with similar computational requirements
Source Patent Element
Camera-based environmental monitoring system
PTD Variation
Implementing image analysis for tracking invasive species in wildlife reserves
Obviousness Reasoning
Obvious extension of existing image recognition and tracking technologies using well-understood machine learning and computer vision techniques
Source Patent Element
Processing unit for analyzing environmental images
PTD Variation
Urban vegetation tracking and urban planning decision support
Obviousness Reasoning
Routine application of image analysis techniques to urban landscape management, representing a predictable technological adaptation
Source Patent Element
Sensor-based environmental detection system
PTD Variation
Precision agriculture crop monitoring and targeted treatment
Obviousness Reasoning
Straightforward translation of existing detection and intervention methodologies to agricultural optimization, using known sensor integration techniques
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on US Patent 11856937's comprehensive image processing and targeted intervention methodology, the present disclosure demonstrates that a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art would find the proposed technical variations obvious and predictable extensions of the foundational technological framework, thereby rendering potential derivative claims obvious under 35 U.S.C. ยง 103.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,856,937
TitleApparatus for weed control
Assignee(s)Discovery Purchaser Corporation