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Advanced Multi-Industry Weed Control & Image Analysis Tech

Publication ID: 24-11856937_0007_PTD
Published: October 26, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Advanced Multi-Industry Weed Control & Image Analysis Tech,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856937_0007_PTD, Published October 26, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856937_0007_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 apparatus for weed control was limited to the agricultural sector, but its image analysis and processing capabilities can be adapted to address pressing issues in other fields. The present invention addresses the need for more efficient and effective solutions in these industries.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce novel applications and use cases that were not anticipated in the original patent. The inventive step lies in adapting the core technology to address distinct problems in different industries, demonstrating a high degree of creativity and innovation.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments may include using different types of sensors or cameras, integrating with existing systems or infrastructure, or incorporating additional data sources to enhance the accuracy and effectiveness of the apparatus. Variations may also include developing industry-specific modules or software to tailor the solution to the unique needs of each sector.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The present invention has vast commercial potential across multiple industries, including building management, food service, oil and gas, agriculture, and residential construction. The target market includes companies, organizations, and individuals seeking to improve operational efficiency, reduce waste, and minimize environmental impact.

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-based analysis for precision control systems, involving computer vision, sensor integration, and targeted intervention techniques

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

An engineer with expertise in computer vision, agricultural technology, and sensor-based systems, capable of applying machine learning techniques to image analysis and developing adaptive control mechanisms for environmental management

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize the core technology of image-based environmental analysis from the source patent can be readily adapted to multiple domain-specific applications by substituting the target environment and modifying the processing algorithms. The fundamental image acquisition, analysis, and intervention workflow remains consistent across different use cases, demonstrating the technology's inherent flexibility and generalizability.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Image acquisition system for detecting vegetation using camera input and processing unit
PTD Variation
Applying the same image analysis technique to energy consumption monitoring in buildings
Obviousness Reasoning
Transferring image analysis techniques to detect thermal inefficiencies is a predictable extension of the original computer vision methodology, representing a known technique of repurposing sensor technologies
Source Patent Element
Processing unit configured to analyze images and determine intervention strategy
PTD Variation
Analyzing food items in a commercial kitchen to assess freshness and potential waste
Obviousness Reasoning
Adapting image recognition algorithms to evaluate object characteristics is a standard application of machine learning techniques, representing a finite set of predictable modifications
Source Patent Element
Chemical spray unit for targeted vegetation control based on image analysis
PTD Variation
Generating alerts for water usage reduction based on appliance image analysis
Obviousness Reasoning
Translating image-based detection into actionable recommendations is an obvious design choice that follows from the source patent's intervention methodology
Source Patent Element
Camera-based environmental monitoring system with processing and output units
PTD Variation
Detecting potential leak points in industrial pipeline systems
Obviousness Reasoning
Extending image analysis to detect anomalies in different physical environments represents a straightforward application of the core technological framework
Source Patent Element
Image-based system for identifying and managing environmental conditions
PTD Variation
Agricultural field monitoring for crop growth optimization
Obviousness Reasoning
Applying the same image analysis principles to agricultural contexts is a natural and predictable technological progression within precision agriculture technologies
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on US Patent 11856937's disclosure of an image-based environmental monitoring and intervention system, the present variations represent obvious extensions of the original technological framework, demonstrating that a person of ordinary skill in the art would readily recognize the applicability of the core image analysis methodology to diverse domains without requiring inventive effort.

Original Patent Information

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