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Multi-Industry Pest Deterrent System: Advanced Protection

Publication ID: 24-11856939_0007_PTD
Published: October 26, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Multi-Industry Pest Deterrent System: Advanced Protection,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856939_0007_PTD, Published October 26, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856939_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. 11,856,939.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent addressed the issue of bug infestation in air data probes on aircraft. However, the same technology can be applied to other areas where pests, rodents, or corrosion pose a problem. The new invention solves the problem of limited applicability by expanding the scope of the original technology to cater to diverse industries and use cases.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new invention builds upon the original patent by introducing novel applications and use cases that were not originally considered. The inventive step lies in the recognition of the versatility of the core technology and its adaptability to diverse industries and problems, thereby expanding the scope of the original invention.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the invention may include variations in the design and material of the protective cover, the type and formulation of the repellent substance, and the mechanism of transfer from the reservoir to the surface. Additionally, the invention could be implemented using different types of equipment, surfaces, or environments, further broadening its applicability.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The new invention has significant commercial potential across various industries, including agriculture, urban planning, outdoor recreation, industrial equipment, and construction. The market for such a versatile repellent system is vast, with potential applications in areas such as crop protection, public health, and infrastructure maintenance.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A01 A01M29/34
A A01 A01M29/12
G G01 G01L19/147
G G01 G01P5/165
G G01 G01P13/025

Field of Art

Protective covers and pest/insect management technologies, spanning aerospace, agricultural, and industrial equipment protection systems, with expertise in material science, fluid dynamics, and chemical engineering

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A technical professional with advanced engineering or materials science degree, experienced in designing protective equipment, understanding fluid transfer mechanisms, and applying chemical repellent technologies across multiple domains

Obviousness Rationale

The PTD demonstrates a predictable extension of the source patent's core concept of using a reservoir-based protective cover with repellent transfer mechanism. A PHOSITA would recognize the fundamental technical principles of pest/contaminant prevention are universally applicable across different equipment and environments. The systematic approach of integrating a reservoir with a transfer mechanism represents a straightforward technological adaptation that requires only routine engineering skill.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Cover with integrated insect repellent reservoir for air data probe
PTD Variation
Agricultural equipment rodent repellent cover system
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable transfer of reservoir-based repellent technology to different equipment protection context, using known chemical transfer and containment principles
Source Patent Element
Sleeve enclosing probe head with repellent mechanism
PTD Variation
Wearable fabric with integrated insect repellent reservoir
Obviousness Reasoning
Obvious adaptation of protective cover concept to personal protective equipment, utilizing established material impregnation and controlled release techniques
Source Patent Element
Electrically-actuated repellent reservoir mechanism
PTD Variation
Corrosion inhibition system with controlled substance transfer
Obviousness Reasoning
Straightforward engineering translation of controlled chemical transfer mechanism to adjacent technical domain, representing a design choice with predictable results
Source Patent Element
Porous liner for repellent distribution
PTD Variation
Mold prevention cover with integrated inhibiting substance reservoir
Obviousness Reasoning
Known technique of using porous material for controlled substance distribution, applied to different contamination prevention context
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on US Patent 11856939's teachings, the present publication demonstrates that a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art would find the disclosed variations obvious through routine engineering adaptation, involving predictable transfer of reservoir-based protective cover technologies across diverse equipment protection domains, thereby rendering potential derivative claims obvious and non-patentable.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,856,939
TitleSmart cover bug deterrent
Assignee(s)Rosemount Aerospace Inc.