Published Technical Disclosure Archive

Advanced Modular Hunting Ladder Stand System

Publication ID: 24-11856941_0001_PTD
Published: October 26, 2025
Category:Direct Improvements & Enhancements

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Advanced Modular Hunting Ladder Stand System,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856941_0001_PTD, Published October 26, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856941_0001_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. 11,856,941.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent, 'Ladder stand and activity rail assembly,' provides a portable seating system for hunters and wildlife observers. However, it lacks essential features that would make it more efficient, convenient, and safe. The present invention addresses these limitations by introducing integrated tool holders, modular accessories, built-in leveling systems, safety harnesses, and telescoping leg systems, thereby enhancing the overall user experience.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce several novel features that distinguish the enhanced ladder stand system from the original patent. The integration of tool holders, modular accessories, built-in leveling systems, safety harnesses, and telescoping leg systems represents a non-obvious improvement over the existing design, providing a unique combination of functionality, convenience, and safety.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the invention may include adjustable tool holders, customizable modular accessories, and alternative materials for the platform and chair. Variations of the built-in leveling system, such as hydraulic or pneumatic systems, could also be explored. Additionally, the safety harness could be designed to accommodate users of varying sizes and abilities.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The enhanced ladder stand system has significant commercial potential in the hunting and outdoor recreation industries. The integrated features and improved safety aspects of the invention make it an attractive product for manufacturers and consumers alike. The invention's ability to provide a more efficient, convenient, and safe user experience positions it for success in a competitive market.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A01 A01M31/025
E E06 E06C1/34

Field of Art

Hunting and wildlife observation equipment, specifically portable elevated seating systems with safety and utility features, requiring technical expertise in mechanical design, ergonomics, and outdoor equipment engineering

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A mechanical engineer or product designer with experience in outdoor recreational equipment, familiar with modular design principles, safety considerations, and adaptive mounting systems for portable platforms

Obviousness Rationale

A person of ordinary skill would recognize that the source patent's fundamental ladder stand design provides a flexible platform that naturally invites incremental improvements in utility, safety, and user experience. The PTD's variations represent predictable extensions of the existing technical framework, utilizing standard engineering techniques to enhance functionality. These modifications would be considered routine design optimization within the standard problem-solving approach of the technical field.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Platform with rotatably attached activity rail assembly
PTD Variation
Integrated tool holder attached to platform
Obviousness Reasoning
Adding storage solutions to portable platforms is a known technique, representing a predictable design enhancement that solves user convenience problems
Source Patent Element
Adjustable chair supported on platform
PTD Variation
Built-in leveling system for platform stability
Obviousness Reasoning
Compensating for uneven terrain is a standard design challenge with finite predictable solutions, making a leveling mechanism an obvious engineering improvement
Source Patent Element
Track element and retaining mechanism
PTD Variation
Telescoping leg system for height adjustment
Obviousness Reasoning
Modular extension mechanisms are well-known in portable equipment design, representing a straightforward application of existing mechanical principles
Source Patent Element
Activity rail assembly providing user support
PTD Variation
Integrated safety harness system
Obviousness Reasoning
Safety enhancement through restraint systems is a standard design consideration in elevated platforms, representing a predictable solution to potential user risk
Source Patent Element
Platform with modular attachment capabilities
PTD Variation
Removable accessory mounts for cups, phones, storage
Obviousness Reasoning
Modular accessory integration is a common design strategy for increasing product versatility, utilizing known attachment techniques
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11856941, a person having ordinary skill in the art would find the technical variations disclosed herein to be obvious modifications of the existing ladder stand design. The incremental improvements represent routine engineering adaptations that would be apparent to a skilled practitioner, thus rendering potential claims covering these variations unpatentable under 35 U.S.C. Section 103.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,856,941
TitleLadder stand and activity rail assembly
Assignee(s)ARDISAM, INC.