Advanced Adaptive Herbicide Formulations for Extreme Environments

Publication ID: 24-11856949_0004_PTD
Published: October 26, 2025
Category:Specialized Variations & Niche Solutions

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Advanced Adaptive Herbicide Formulations for Extreme Environments,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856949_0004_PTD, Published October 26, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856949_0004_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 general agricultural use. However, these formulations may not be optimized for unique operational environments, such as high-altitude farming, disaster relief efforts, or extreme weather conditions, which require specialized adaptations to ensure effective crop protection. The present invention addresses these limitations by providing tailored formulations for these niche applications.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce novel, adaptive formulations tailored to specific agricultural environments, which are not obvious from the original patent. The inventive step lies in the recognition of the need for specialized compositions and the development of unique formulations that address these niche applications.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments may include compositions adapted for other specialized environments, such as organic farming, vertical farming, or space exploration. Variations may involve different surfactant systems, solvent blends, or herbicidal ingredients to further optimize performance in specific contexts.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The present invention has significant commercial potential in the agricultural industry, particularly in niche markets such as high-altitude farming, disaster relief, and precision agriculture. The adaptive compositions may be marketed as specialized products, offering improved efficacy and targeted application, thereby increasing crop yields and reducing environmental impact.

CPC Classifications

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

Field of Art

Agricultural chemical formulations, specifically herbicidal compositions with surfactant systems and specialized delivery methods for crop protection

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A chemical engineer or agricultural scientist with expertise in herbicide formulation, surfactant chemistry, and environmental adaptation of agricultural chemicals, holding at least a master's degree with practical experience in developing crop protection solutions

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the source patent's fundamental herbicidal composition provides a flexible framework for adapting to specific environmental conditions by modifying temperature ranges, application methods, and packaging. The core chemical formulation remains substantially unchanged, with variations representing predictable engineering adaptations to meet specialized agricultural requirements.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Liquid herbicidal composition with C8-C16 alkyl ether sulfate and alkyl polyglucoside
PTD Variation
Adapting composition for high-altitude or extreme temperature agricultural applications
Obviousness Reasoning
Temperature range modifications represent a routine design optimization that a PHOSITA would find obvious when seeking to extend herbicide utility across different environmental conditions
Source Patent Element
Single-phase liquid herbicidal formulation method
PTD Variation
Adding specialized container with GPS-guided sprayer or tamper-evident seal
Obviousness Reasoning
Packaging and application method enhancements are predictable improvements that represent standard engineering problem-solving in agricultural chemical delivery systems
Source Patent Element
Water-soluble herbicidal ingredient concentration method
PTD Variation
Developing composition variants for disaster relief or high-security agricultural facilities
Obviousness Reasoning
Adapting chemical formulations for specific use contexts is a standard practice that would be obvious to a skilled practitioner seeking to expand herbicide application domains
Source Patent Element
Flexible ingredient mixing methodology
PTD Variation
Creating targeted compositions for niche agricultural environments
Obviousness Reasoning
The source patent's broad formulation approach inherently suggests adaptability, making specialized environmental variations a predictable extension of the original invention
Source Patent Element
Surfactant and solvent system for herbicidal composition
PTD Variation
Introducing precision agriculture application methods
Obviousness Reasoning
Integrating advanced application technologies with existing chemical formulations represents an obvious technological progression for improving agricultural chemical effectiveness
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Pursuant to 35 U.S.C. ยง 103, the variations disclosed herein would be considered obvious to a person having ordinary skill in the art at the time of invention, as they represent predictable extensions of the fundamental herbicidal composition methodology disclosed in US Patent 11856949, without introducing non-obvious technical innovations beyond routine engineering adaptations.

Original Patent Information

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