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AI-Powered Adaptive Thermo-Regulatory Apparel System

Publication ID: 24-11857003_0003_PTD
Published: October 27, 2025
Category:Synergistic Combinations

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “AI-Powered Adaptive Thermo-Regulatory Apparel System,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857003_0003_PTD, Published October 27, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857003_0003_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. 11,857,003.

Background and Problem Solved

Traditional athletic apparel items are limited to specific environmental conditions, failing to provide both insulation and heat dissipation. The original patent addressed this issue with a textile material having a surface treatment and a venting system. However, the new invention takes this concept further by incorporating AI-powered temperature sensors, IoT-enabled venting systems, and blockchain-secured authentication modules to create a more powerful and adaptive system.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce the integration of AI, IoT, and blockchain technologies with the original patent's textile material, providing a novel and non-obvious solution for adaptive thermo-regulation. The synergistic combination of these technologies enables real-time adjustments to thermal insulation, air circulation, and authentication, surpassing the original patent's capabilities.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments may include varying the type of phase-change material, integrating additional sensors for monitoring other physiological parameters, or incorporating other blockchain-based security features. Variations could also include adapting the system for different types of athletic apparel, such as footwear or headgear.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The adaptive thermo-regulatory apparel system has significant commercial potential in the athletic apparel industry, particularly in high-performance and professional sports. The system's ability to provide optimal wearer comfort and performance could lead to increased market share and revenue growth for companies adopting this technology.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A41 A41D13/0015
A A41 A41D13/002
A A41 A41D27/28
A A41 A41D27/285
A A41 A41D31/145
A A41 A41D31/185
A A41 A41D2400/10
A A41 A41D2500/10
A A41 A41D2500/20

Field of Art

Athletic and performance apparel design with a focus on thermal regulation, smart textiles, and wearable technology, encompassing materials science, textile engineering, and sensor integration

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A professional with expertise in textile engineering, materials science, and wearable technology, possessing knowledge of thermal management techniques, sensor integration, and adaptive clothing design

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that integrating AI, IoT, and blockchain technologies into the source patent's thermo-regulatory apparel system represents a predictable extension of existing smart textile design principles. The combination of temperature-responsive materials with advanced sensing and authentication technologies follows established trends in wearable technology. The proposed variations leverage known techniques in sensor integration, machine learning, and distributed authentication to enhance the original patent's thermal regulation approach.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Textile material with surface treatment that creates tension variations for thermal regulation
PTD Variation
Integration of AI-powered temperature sensors to dynamically control phase-change materials
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable application of machine learning to existing thermal management techniques, representing a known approach to adaptive clothing design
Source Patent Element
Venting system based on air flow and pressure maps
PTD Variation
IoT-enabled venting system that adjusts air circulation using real-time environmental and biometric data
Obviousness Reasoning
Logical extension of existing air flow optimization principles using emerging sensor and connectivity technologies
Source Patent Element
Apparel item configured for thermo-regulation
PTD Variation
Blockchain-secured authentication module integrated with thermal regulation system
Obviousness Reasoning
Combining authentication technologies with performance apparel represents a standard approach to adding value through security features
Source Patent Element
Upper-torso garment with specialized thermal management
PTD Variation
Cloud-based personalized thermal comfort profile generation
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable application of machine learning and data collection to personalize existing thermal regulation technologies
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11857003 and the disclosed technical variations, a person of ordinary skill in the art would find the proposed combinations of AI, IoT, and blockchain technologies with existing thermo-regulatory apparel design to be obvious and predictable extensions of the prior art. The integration of smart sensing, adaptive materials, and authentication technologies represents a routine application of known techniques in the field of performance apparel design.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,003
TitleApparel thermo-regulatory system
Assignee(s)NIKE, Inc.