Advanced Protective Grill Kilt: High-Security Garment Innovation

Publication ID: 24-11857007_0004_PTD
Published: October 27, 2025
Category:Specialized Variations & Niche Solutions

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Advanced Protective Grill Kilt: High-Security Garment Innovation,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857007_0004_PTD, Published October 27, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857007_0004_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. 11,857,007.

Background and Problem Solved

The original grill kilt patent addressed the general need for a protective garment for grillers. However, certain situations require additional features and functionalities to ensure the safety and success of grilling operations. The new invention addresses these limitations by providing specialized grill kilts that cater to specific, high-demand environments.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new invention introduces novel features and functionalities that are not obvious from the original patent. The high-security grill kilt's tamper-evident belt and secure hook attachment strips provide an unprecedented level of security for grilling operations. The disaster relief grill kilt's built-in flashlight and radio transmitter offer a unique solution for emergency communication. These specialized features and functionalities constitute the inventive step of the new invention.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the invention could include specialized grill kilts for other niche environments, such as high-altitude or underwater grilling. Variations of the invention could incorporate additional features, such as temperature control, wind resistance, or integrated utensil storage.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The specialized grill kilts have significant commercial potential in various industries, including high-security facilities, disaster relief organizations, and extreme weather event response teams. The market for these niche products is substantial, with potential customers seeking tailored solutions for their unique grilling needs.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A41 A41D13/04
A A41 A41D13/0012

Field of Art

Protective Garment Design, Specifically Specialized Aprons and Work Wear with Modular Attachment Systems

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A skilled designer or engineer with expertise in garment construction, attachment mechanisms, and functional clothing design, familiar with modular textile systems and safety/utility garment configurations

Obviousness Rationale

A person having ordinary skill would recognize that the PTD's variations represent predictable extensions of the source patent's modular grill kilt design, utilizing standard engineering techniques to enhance functionality and security through known attachment methods and additional integrated features.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Detachable panel system with hook and loop attachment strips
PTD Variation
Secure hook attachment strip with tamper-evident belt mechanism
Obviousness Reasoning
A PHOSITA would find it obvious to modify standard attachment systems to increase security, using well-known textile fastening technologies to create a more robust garment connection
Source Patent Element
Modular skirt design with removable panels
PTD Variation
Specialized grill kilts for disaster relief with integrated communication technologies
Obviousness Reasoning
Integrating utility technologies into protective garments is a predictable design evolution, particularly for specialized environments requiring enhanced functionality
Source Patent Element
Belt-attached garment with multiple panel configurations
PTD Variation
High-security grill kilt with hidden storage pockets and enhanced attachment mechanisms
Obviousness Reasoning
Adapting existing modular garment designs to include secure storage is an obvious design choice for expanding utility in specialized contexts
Source Patent Element
Removable top portion with belt attachment
PTD Variation
Top portion with integrated emergency communication devices
Obviousness Reasoning
Adding electronic components to existing garment structures represents a predictable technological enhancement within modular clothing design
Source Patent Element
Configurable panel system with belt loops
PTD Variation
Extreme environment grill kilt with water-resistant materials and additional utility features
Obviousness Reasoning
Adapting protective garments for specific environmental conditions is a standard design approach using known material and construction techniques
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on US Patent 11857007's disclosure of a modular grill kilt with detachable panel systems, the present publication demonstrates that variations incorporating enhanced security, specialized environmental adaptations, and integrated utility technologies would be obvious to a person having ordinary skill in protective garment design, thereby rendering potential derivative claims non-patentable under standard obviousness analysis.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,007
TitleGrill kilt
Assignee(s)GRILLKILT, LLC