Advanced Aquatic Plant Management Herbicide System

Publication ID: 24-11856949_0002_PTD
Published: October 26, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Advanced Aquatic Plant Management Herbicide System,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856949_0002_PTD, Published October 26, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856949_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. 11,856,949.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent disclosed stable, concentrated herbicidal compositions for crop protection. However, the problem of invasive aquatic plants in waterbodies remains unsolved, with current methods often causing unintended environmental consequences. This invention addresses this limitation by adapting the core technology to develop a targeted and controlled system for aquatic plant management.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce a novel application of the original patent's concentrated herbicidal compositions to the field of aquatic plant management, providing a non-obvious solution to the problem of invasive aquatic plants. The inventive step lies in the adaptation of the core technology to this new field, enabling a targeted and controlled approach to aquatic plant management.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the invention could include using different types of herbicidal compositions, varying the concentration of the composition, or incorporating additional components to enhance the system's effectiveness. Variations could also include using the system in different types of waterbodies, such as lakes, rivers, or wetlands.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The invention has significant commercial potential in the aquatic plant management industry, with applications in waterbody restoration, invasive species control, and environmental conservation. The target market includes government agencies, private waterbody owners, and companies specializing in aquatic plant management.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A01 A01N25/22
A A01 A01N25/02
A A01 A01N25/30
A A01 A01N57/12
A A01 A01N57/20

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,856,949
TitleStable, concentrated herbicidal compositions
Assignee(s)BASF SE