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Advanced Thermo-Adaptive Apparel Technology

Publication ID: 24-11857003_0007_PTD
Published: October 27, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Advanced Thermo-Adaptive Apparel Technology,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857003_0007_PTD, Published October 27, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857003_0007_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 apparel items are often limited to specific environmental conditions, failing to provide adequate thermal regulation for users in diverse settings. The original patent addressed this issue for athletic apparel, but its potential extends far beyond. This invention bridges the gap by applying the core technology to new industries and use cases, where thermal regulation is critical for performance, safety, and well-being.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce novel applications of the core technology, extending its reach to new industries and use cases. The inventive step lies in the recognition of the technology's potential beyond athletic apparel and its adaptation to diverse user populations, providing a platform for thermal regulation in various settings.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments may include integrating sensors, temperature control units, or other components to enhance the functionality of the apparel item. Variations could involve using different materials, structures, or surface treatments to achieve optimal thermal regulation. Additionally, the invention could be applied to other industries, such as search and rescue, outdoor recreation, or military operations, where thermal regulation is critical.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

This invention has vast commercial potential, targeting industries where thermal regulation is critical for performance, safety, and well-being. The market includes aerospace, healthcare, firefighting, rehabilitation, and other industries, offering a platform for thermal regulation in diverse settings. The invention's adaptability and broad applicability make it an attractive solution for various user populations.

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

Thermal regulation apparel design, encompassing textile engineering, biomechanical performance wear, and adaptive clothing systems with expertise in material science, garment construction, and thermal transfer principles

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A professional with advanced textile engineering or biomedical design background, possessing knowledge of material properties, thermal dynamics, and garment performance optimization techniques

Obviousness Rationale

A skilled practitioner would recognize the source patent's core thermal regulation mechanism as fundamentally adaptable to diverse environmental and physiological contexts. The PTD's variations represent predictable extensions of the original technology by applying established textile engineering principles to specialized use cases. The fundamental thermal management strategy remains consistent across different applications, with modifications representing routine design adaptations within the field.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Textile material with surface treatment creating tension differential for thermal regulation
PTD Variation
Applying thermal regulation mechanism to spacecraft cabin environment and medical patient temperature management
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable application of known thermal transfer principles to specialized environments with well-understood physiological temperature requirements
Source Patent Element
Vent configuration based on air flow and pressure mapping
PTD Variation
Integrating sensor technology to dynamically adjust garment thermal characteristics for firefighters and patients
Obviousness Reasoning
Known technique of incorporating environmental sensing into adaptive textile systems, representing a standard design optimization approach
Source Patent Element
Apparel item configured for heat dissipation and retention
PTD Variation
Extending technology to address temperature regulation for individuals with specific medical conditions like spinal cord injuries
Obviousness Reasoning
Finite set of identifiable medical use cases where thermal regulation provides clear physiological benefits, representing an obvious technological adaptation
Source Patent Element
Surface treatment creating tension states in textile material
PTD Variation
Implementing temperature control units to modulate garment thermal properties
Obviousness Reasoning
Routine engineering solution applying known control mechanisms to existing thermal regulation technology
Source Patent Element
Athletic apparel thermal management system
PTD Variation
Translating performance wear technology to specialized professional environments like search and rescue operations
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable technological transfer between performance-critical domains with similar thermal management requirements
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11857003, a person having ordinary skill in the art would find the claimed variations of thermal regulation apparel for specialized environments to be obvious and lacking inventive step. The disclosed technical modifications represent predictable extensions of established textile engineering principles, utilizing known techniques to adapt a core thermal management mechanism across diverse application contexts.

Original Patent Information

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