Advanced Wearable Thermoregulation Technology

Publication ID: 24-11857004_0010_PTD
Published: October 27, 2025
Category:Future Evolutions & Paradigm Shifts

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Advanced Wearable Thermoregulation Technology,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857004_0010_PTD, Published October 27, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857004_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. 11,857,004.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent disclosed heating and cooling technologies for distributing heat or coolness across a surface. However, these systems were limited by their bulkiness, energy consumption, and lack of adaptability to individual users. The present invention addresses these limitations by envisioning a new generation of wearable thermoregulation systems that are self-sustaining, adaptive, and energy-efficient.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The present invention introduces several novel and non-obvious features, including the integration of shape-memory alloys, graphene-infused phase-change materials, and machine learning algorithms for adaptive thermoregulation. The use of 3D-printed, thermally conductive lattice structures and hybrid thermal-energy harvesting and storage systems further distinguish this invention from the original patent.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the invention could include the use of different materials, such as nanostructured polymers or metamaterials, for the thermoelectric modules and garments. Variations of the lattice structure and thermal-energy harvesting systems could also be explored to optimize performance and adaptability.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The invention has significant commercial potential in various industries, including wearable technology, healthcare, sports, and fashion. The market for wearable thermoregulation systems is expected to grow rapidly, driven by increasing demand for comfort, sustainability, and energy efficiency.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A41 A41D13/005
A A47 A47C7/744
B B60 B60N2/5635
B B60 B60N2/5678
F F25 F25B21/04
H H10 H10N10/13
H H10 H10N10/10
H H10 H10N10/17

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,004
TitleHeating and cooling technologies
Assignee(s)GENTHERM GMBH