Published Technical Disclosure Archive

Adaptive Modular Undergarment: Next-Gen Wearable Tech

Publication ID: 24-11857000_0010_PTD
Published: October 27, 2025
Category:Future Evolutions & Paradigm Shifts

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Adaptive Modular Undergarment: Next-Gen Wearable Tech,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857000_0010_PTD, Published October 27, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857000_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. 11,857,000.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent for an undergarment with sleeves focused primarily on aesthetic and ergonomic considerations. However, it had limitations in terms of adjustability, customization, and integration with emerging technologies. The new invention addresses these limitations by introducing a modular, adaptive undergarment system that prioritizes individual comfort, performance, and health.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new invention's modular, adaptive design, integrated sensors, and bespoke design method represent a significant departure from the original patent's focus on aesthetic and ergonomic considerations. The invention's ability to provide a customizable, high-performance, and adaptive fit, while also prioritizing individual comfort, performance, and health, constitutes a novel and non-obvious advancement in the field of undergarments.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the invention could include variations in the design and materials used for the core garment and accessory modules, as well as different types of integrated sensors and companion devices. Additionally, the invention could be adapted for use in various industries, such as healthcare, athletics, or fashion.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The modular, adaptive undergarment system has significant commercial potential in various industries, including healthcare, athletics, and fashion. The system's ability to provide a customizable, high-performance, and adaptive fit could appeal to individuals with diverse body types and needs, including athletes, individuals with disabilities, and those requiring post-operative or medical support. The market for such a system is substantial, with potential applications in retail, healthcare, and sports equipment.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A41 A41C3/08

Field of Art

Apparel design and manufacturing, specifically women's undergarments with a focus on ergonomic and modular garment construction, requiring expertise in textile engineering, human factors design, and garment pattern making

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A professional with advanced technical training in textile design, experience in garment prototyping, understanding of human body mechanics, and familiarity with adaptive clothing technologies and manufacturing techniques

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the PTD's modular sleeve design and customization methods are logical extensions of the source patent's fundamental undergarment structure, representing predictable variations achievable through standard design iteration and known manufacturing techniques. The core innovations involve applying well-established design principles of modularity and personalization to the existing undergarment framework. These variations represent incremental improvements that would be obvious to a skilled practitioner seeking to enhance garment functionality and user experience.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Garment with removable/attachable sleeve components from source patent claims
PTD Variation
Modular sleeve assembly with multiple detachable segments for customization
Obviousness Reasoning
Extending removable sleeve concept to include multiple interchangeable segments is a predictable design optimization using known textile attachment mechanisms
Source Patent Element
Brassiere with front and back portions having wings and cups
PTD Variation
3D body scanning and personalized garment pattern generation
Obviousness Reasoning
Applying digital modeling techniques to existing garment design represents a known technological progression in personalized apparel manufacturing
Source Patent Element
Undergarment with structural support features
PTD Variation
Integrated sensor technology for physiological monitoring
Obviousness Reasoning
Incorporating electronic sensors into textile structures is a well-established technique in wearable technology, representing an obvious enhancement to existing garment designs
Source Patent Element
Adjustable garment with wing and cup configurations
PTD Variation
Virtual try-on platform with 3D avatar representation
Obviousness Reasoning
Digital visualization of garment fit is a predictable technological extension of existing sizing and design methodologies
Source Patent Element
Undergarment with multiple structural components
PTD Variation
Accessory modules providing distinct functional benefits
Obviousness Reasoning
Modular design approach with interchangeable performance-enhancing components represents a standard design strategy in adaptive clothing systems
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11857000, a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art would find the claimed variations in the present publication to be obvious extensions of existing undergarment design principles, representing predictable technological progressions that do not meet the non-obviousness threshold required for patent protection. The disclosed innovations represent standard design iterations achievable through routine engineering skill and known technological approaches in adaptive garment manufacturing.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,000
TitleUndergarment for women with sleeves