Adaptive Sports Bra: Advanced Performance Garment Tech

Publication ID: 24-11856999_0004_PTD
Published: October 27, 2025
Category:Specialized Variations & Niche Solutions

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Adaptive Sports Bra: Advanced Performance Garment Tech,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856999_0004_PTD, Published October 27, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856999_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. 11,856,999.

Background and Problem Solved

The original athletic bra patent provided a solution for adjustable wrap-around straps, but it lacked adaptability for unique operational environments and specific user needs. This invention disclosure addresses the limitations of the original patent by introducing specialized variations and niche solutions, catering to high-impact sports, asymmetrical breasts, extreme weather conditions, high-security needs, and disaster relief scenarios.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The novelty of this invention lies in its adaptability to specific, niche markets and operational environments, providing unique solutions that address the limitations of the original patent. The inventive step is the integration of specialized features, such as high-elasticity materials, adjustable strap lengths, water-repellent materials, hidden pockets, and built-in whistles, which provide enhanced performance, support, and functionality.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the invention could include adaptive sports garments for other specialized environments, such as high-altitude sports, underwater activities, or space exploration. Variations of the invention could also include different materials, designs, and features that cater to specific user needs and preferences.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The adaptive sports garments have significant commercial potential in various industries, including sports equipment, outdoor gear, and emergency response. The target markets include professional athletes, outdoor enthusiasts, and emergency responders, who require specialized garments that provide enhanced performance, support, and functionality in unique operational environments.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A41 A41C3/0057
A A41 A41C3/0028
A A41 A41C3/02

Field of Art

Sports garment design, specifically athletic bras with adjustable support systems, requiring expertise in textile engineering, ergonomic design, and biomechanical performance optimization

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A design engineer with 3-5 years experience in sports apparel, familiar with material science, human anatomy, and performance textile technologies, capable of iterative design modifications

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the PTD's variations represent predictable extensions of the source patent's core athletic bra design, utilizing known techniques in material selection, strap configuration, and functional adaptation to address specific user needs. The disclosed modifications represent standard design iterations that would be obvious to a skilled practitioner seeking to optimize sports garment performance across different use contexts.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Adjustable wrap-around straps with coupling assembly
PTD Variation
High-elasticity material for enhanced strap support during intense movements
Obviousness Reasoning
Material selection is a routine design choice for a PHOSITA, with predictable performance improvements in sports garment functionality
Source Patent Element
Cup portion configured to receive and conform to user's body
PTD Variation
Customizable strap lengths and cup sizes for asymmetrical breast shapes
Obviousness Reasoning
Ergonomic adaptation represents a known technique for improving garment fit and user comfort, utilizing standard sizing and adjustment mechanisms
Source Patent Element
Base portion with stretching capabilities along user's torso
PTD Variation
Water-repellent and breathable material for extreme weather conditions
Obviousness Reasoning
Material technology substitution is a predictable design evolution, applying known performance textile techniques to enhance garment utility
Source Patent Element
Coupling assembly with potential for additional features
PTD Variation
Hidden secure pocket and emergency whistle for high-security and disaster relief applications
Obviousness Reasoning
Integrating auxiliary functional elements is a standard design approach for expanding product utility across specialized use cases
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Pursuant to 35 U.S.C. ยง 103, the variations disclosed in this Published Technical Disclosure would be considered obvious to a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art in view of US Patent 11856999, as the modifications represent predictable design iterations utilizing known techniques in materials, ergonomics, and functional adaptation, without demonstrating unexpected results or non-obvious technical advancement.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,856,999
TitleAthletic bra
Assignee(s)adidas AG