Dynamic Sports Bra: AI-Powered Adaptive Fit Technology

Publication ID: 24-11856999_0010_PTD

Published: October 27, 2025

Category:Future Evolutions & Paradigm Shifts

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Dynamic Sports Bra: AI-Powered Adaptive Fit Technology,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856999_0010_PTD, Published October 27, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856999_0010_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 addressed the need for adjustable wrap-around straps, but it had limitations in terms of providing a truly personalized fit and support experience. The present invention solves this problem by introducing a wearable sports garment system that dynamically adjusts to the user's torso, breast shape, and movement patterns, ensuring optimal performance and comfort.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new invention's novelty lies in the integration of AI-driven fit optimization, machine learning-based breast movement prediction, and sensor-equipped breast cups, which provides a truly personalized fit and support experience. The inventive step is the use of neural networks to optimize the fit of the garment in real-time, ensuring optimal performance and comfort.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the invention could include a modular, 3D-printed sports garment with interchangeable breast cups and adjustable straps, or a smart sports garment with embedded, stretchable electronics providing real-time biomechanical feedback and personalized coaching recommendations. The invention could also be integrated with other wearable technologies, such as fitness trackers or smartwatches, to provide a more comprehensive athlete support system.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The adaptive sports garment system has significant commercial potential in the sports apparel industry, particularly in the high-performance and professional athlete segments. The system's ability to provide optimal support and comfort could revolutionize the sports bra market, and its integration with wearable technologies could expand its reach into the broader fitness and wellness industry.

CPC Classifications

Section	Class	Group
A	A41	A41C3/0057
A	A41	A41C3/0028
A	A41	A41C3/02

Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)

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Field of Art

Sports garment design and biomechanical performance apparel, specifically focusing on breast support systems with emphasis on adjustable structural elements and performance optimization technologies

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A professional with expertise in textile engineering, biomechanical design, and wearable technology, possessing knowledge of sports garment manufacturing, ergonomic principles, and emerging sensor/AI integration techniques

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that integrating machine learning and adaptive technologies into existing sports garment designs represents a predictable evolution of performance wear. The source patent's foundational adjustable strap and support structure provides a clear technological platform for implementing advanced sensing and optimization technologies. The disclosed variations represent logical extensions of existing sports garment design principles, utilizing well-established techniques in machine learning, sensor integration, and personalized fit technologies.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element

Adjustable wrap-around straps with coupling assembly

PTD Variation

AI-controlled strap tension with real-time biomechanical adjustment

Obviousness Reasoning

Predictable application of known control technologies to existing mechanical adjustment mechanisms, representing an incremental design improvement

Source Patent Element

Cup portion configured to receive and conform to user's body

PTD Variation

Sensor-equipped breast cups with machine learning-based movement prediction

Obviousness Reasoning

Natural technological progression using established sensor integration techniques and machine learning algorithms to enhance existing garment performance monitoring capabilities

Source Patent Element

Base portion with stretching capabilities along user's torso

PTD Variation

3D-printed modular garment with interchangeable components

Obviousness Reasoning

Logical extension of existing manufacturing and customization principles, utilizing emerging additive manufacturing technologies to provide enhanced user customization

Source Patent Element

Sports garment with fastening and coupling mechanisms

PTD Variation

Embedded stretchable electronics for biomechanical feedback

Obviousness Reasoning

Predictable integration of electronic monitoring systems into existing garment structural frameworks, representing a known technique in wearable technology design

Source Patent Element

Fixed circumference elastic rib band design

PTD Variation

Dynamic torso wrap with neural network-based fit optimization

Obviousness Reasoning

Anticipated technological advancement applying machine learning principles to solve known limitations in traditional sports garment sizing and fit methodologies

35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11856999 and the disclosed technological variations, a person of ordinary skill in the art would find the proposed sports garment innovations obvious and non-patentable. The presented modifications represent predictable applications of known machine learning, sensor integration, and adaptive design techniques to existing sports garment structural principles, thereby rendering subsequent claims obvious and anticipatable as a matter of routine technological development.

Original Patent Information

Patent Number	US 11,856,999
Title	Athletic bra
Assignee(s)	adidas AG