Advanced Agricultural Vehicle Control System Innovation
Legal Citation
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent provided a control system for agricultural utility vehicles, but it had limitations in terms of adaptability to diverse operational environments. This new invention addresses these limitations by introducing specialized control systems tailored to specific niche markets, ensuring efficient and effective material application in a variety of challenging scenarios.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce novel and non-obvious features, such as encryption and access controls, portable generators, weather-resistant sensors, obstacle detection sensors, and augmented reality displays, which significantly improve the adaptability and effectiveness of the control systems in diverse operational environments.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the invention could include the use of different types of sensors, such as lidar or GPS, or the integration of additional features, such as autonomous operation or real-time monitoring. Variations of the invention could also include adaptations for other types of vehicles or equipment, such as construction or emergency response vehicles.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The invention has significant commercial potential in the agricultural, disaster relief, and construction industries, where the ability to operate efficiently and effectively in diverse operational environments is crucial. The market for specialized control systems is expected to grow as the demand for tailored solutions increases.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A01 | A01M7/0057 |
| A | A01 | A01B73/04 |
| A | A01 | A01C7/10 |
| A | A01 | A01C23/047 |
| A | A01 | A01M7/0075 |
| A | A01 | A01M7/0089 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Agricultural vehicle control systems, specifically precision agricultural equipment with sensor-based distribution and positioning technologies, requiring expertise in mechanical engineering, agricultural engineering, sensor integration, and control system design
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A professional with a bachelor's or master's degree in agricultural or mechanical engineering, familiar with sensor technologies, hydraulic control systems, vehicle positioning techniques, and agricultural equipment design principles
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the PTD's variations represent predictable extensions of the source patent's core technological framework by applying known sensor integration techniques, security protocols, and environmental adaptation strategies to the existing agricultural vehicle control system design. The disclosed variations leverage standard engineering problem-solving approaches to address specific operational contexts while maintaining the fundamental sensing and control mechanisms described in the original patent. These modifications represent incremental improvements using well-established technological approaches within the agricultural vehicle control domain.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,856,943 |
|---|---|
| Title | Control system, agricultural utility vehicle and method for controlling an agricultural utility vehicle |
| Assignee(s) | AMAZONEN-WERKE H. DREYER SE & CO. KG, HYDAC SYSTEMS & SERVICES GMBH |