Adaptive Wearable Tech: Configurable Garments Revolution

Publication ID: 24-11857010_0007_PTD

Published: October 27, 2025

Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Adaptive Wearable Tech: Configurable Garments Revolution,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857010_0007_PTD, Published October 27, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857010_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. 11,857,010.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent disclosed configurable garments and earpod holders, primarily focusing on audio listening devices. However, the invention's potential extends beyond this scope. The present invention addresses the limitation of the original patent by exploring new applications and use cases, capitalizing on the core technology to solve problems in distinct fields, such as physical therapy, accessibility, workplace safety, athletic performance, and retail customer experience.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The novelty of the present invention lies in its application of the core technology to entirely new industries and use cases, unanticipated by the original patent. The inventive step involves recognizing the potential of configurable garments and earpod holders beyond audio listening devices, and creatively adapting the technology to address specific problems in various fields.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the invention may include garments with integrated sensors, wearable devices with modular components, or systems incorporating artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms to optimize device integration and user experience. Variations may also involve different materials, designs, or manufacturing processes to accommodate specific industry requirements or user needs.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The present invention has significant commercial potential across multiple industries, including healthcare, accessibility, workplace safety, sports, and retail. The configurable garments and earpod holders can be marketed as standalone products or integrated into existing systems, providing a competitive edge for companies adopting this technology. The invention's adaptability and customization capabilities make it an attractive solution for diverse applications, offering a substantial market opportunity.

CPC Classifications

Section	Class	Group
A	A41	A41D27/205
A	A45	A45F5/02
A	A45	A45F2200/0508

Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)

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Field of Art

Wearable technology and configurable garment design, focusing on integrated device holders and modular clothing systems with emphasis on ergonomic attachment mechanisms

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

An engineer or designer with expertise in textile engineering, mechanical design, and wearable technology, possessing knowledge of modular attachment systems, material integration, and user-centered design principles

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the source patent's configurable earpod holder technology provides a fundamental modular attachment framework that can be readily adapted to multiple contexts. The core technical principles of removable, configurable device integration are transferable across different application domains. The PTD's variations represent predictable extensions of the original patent's core mechanical and design concepts.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element

Button portion with spring retainer and guide surface for securing audio devices

PTD Variation

Adapting the button mechanism to secure medical devices like hearing aids or therapy tracking sensors

Obviousness Reasoning

Predictable variation using known attachment techniques, with a finite set of design solutions for securing small electronic devices to garments

Source Patent Element

Passageway and cutout system for device retention

PTD Variation

Extending the passageway concept to create communication and sensor integration points in workplace and retail garments

Obviousness Reasoning

Obvious design adaptation applying known mechanical integration principles to alternative use cases with minimal inventive complexity

Source Patent Element

Configurable garment with removable components

PTD Variation

Creating modular garments with specialized holders for performance tracking, accessibility, and safety applications

Obviousness Reasoning

Routine design optimization using known modular design principles, representing a straightforward technological translation

Source Patent Element

Earpod holder with integrated retention mechanisms

PTD Variation

Repurposing the retention system for biometric sensors and communication devices in athletic and retail contexts

Obviousness Reasoning

Obvious technological substitution using well-understood mechanical attachment principles

35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11857010, a person having ordinary skill in the art would find the claimed variations in the present publication to be obvious extensions of the prior art, representing predictable technological adaptations that do not rise to the level of non-obvious innovation. The disclosed modifications represent routine design choices within the established technological framework of configurable garment and device integration systems.

Original Patent Information

Patent Number	US 11,857,010
Title	Configurable garments and earpod holders
Assignee(s)	Swess, LLC