Smart Athletic Bra: IoT Performance Tracking System
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Background and Problem Solved
The original athletic bra patent provides a foundational design for a sports garment with adjustable wrap-around straps. However, the patent's limitations lie in its lack of integration with other technologies to enhance user experience and athletic performance. The new invention addresses this limitation by combining the patented athletic bra with distinct technologies to create a more comprehensive and powerful system.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce a synergistic combination of the patented athletic bra with advanced technologies, such as AI, IoT, blockchain, and new materials, which provides a more comprehensive and connected system for optimizing athletic performance and enhancing user experience. The integration of these technologies with the patented athletic bra is new and non-obvious, as it requires a deep understanding of the interplay between the various components and their potential applications.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the invention could include integrating the athletic bra with other technologies, such as augmented reality or 3D printing, to further enhance user experience and athletic performance. Variations of the invention could also include different types of garments or accessories, such as smart socks or shoes, that incorporate the integrated technologies.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The synergistic athletic bra system has significant commercial potential in the sports and fitness industries, particularly among professional athletes and serious enthusiasts. The system's ability to provide personalized coaching, real-time feedback, and rewards for athletic achievements could revolutionize the way athletes train and compete. Additionally, the system's integration with new materials and IoT connectivity could open up new opportunities for partnerships with sports equipment manufacturers and technology companies.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A41 | A41C3/0057 |
| A | A41 | A41C3/0028 |
| A | A41 | A41C3/02 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Athletic apparel design, specifically sports bras with advanced ergonomic and technological integration, requiring expertise in textile engineering, biomechanics, wearable technology, and performance garment design
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A professional with advanced degree in textile/mechanical engineering or sports science, familiar with athletic performance garments, sensor integration, and emerging wearable technology trends
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that integrating emerging technologies like AI, IoT, and blockchain into existing sports garment designs represents a predictable application of known technological convergence strategies. The source patent's adjustable sports bra provides a natural platform for technological enhancement, with clear opportunities for performance monitoring and user experience optimization. The disclosed variations represent logical extensions of existing wearable technology trends in athletic performance tracking.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,856,999 |
|---|---|
| Title | Athletic bra |
| Assignee(s) | adidas AG |