Published Technical Disclosure Archive

Advanced Compressive Breathable Body Shaping Outerwear

Publication ID: 24-11857011_0006_PTD
Published: October 27, 2025
Category:Direct Improvements & Enhancements

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Advanced Compressive Breathable Body Shaping Outerwear,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857011_0006_PTD, Published October 27, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857011_0006_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. 11,857,011.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent for compressive breathable body shaping outerwear garments, while innovative, has limitations in terms of adjustability, ventilation, and customization. The present invention addresses these limitations by introducing novel features that make the garments more comfortable, supportive, and adaptable to various body types and activities.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The novelty of the invention lies in the combination of adaptive compression, ventilation, and customization features that provide a more comfortable, supportive, and adaptable garment. The inventive step is the integration of these features into a single system that addresses the limitations of the original patent.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the invention may include varying fabric constructions, adjustable compression systems, or integrated wearable technology. Variations of the invention may be implemented for specific activities, such as yoga or running, or for specific body types, such as plus-size or maternity wear.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The invention has significant commercial potential in the athletic wear, outdoor apparel, and fashion industries, with target markets including fitness enthusiasts, athletes, and individuals seeking comfortable and supportive clothing for everyday activities.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A41 A41D7/00
A A41 A41D31/14
A A41 A41B1/08
A A41 A41D1/22
A A41 A41D2300/322
A A41 A41D2400/38
A A41 A41D2500/10
A A41 A41D2500/50

Field of Art

Apparel design and manufacturing, specifically body-shaping compression garments with a focus on athletic and performance wear, involving expertise in textile engineering, fabric construction, and ergonomic garment design

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A textile engineer or apparel designer with advanced knowledge of fabric technologies, compression mechanics, moisture-wicking materials, and garment construction techniques, typically holding a degree in textile engineering or related field with 3-5 years of industry experience

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the PTD's variations represent incremental improvements to the existing body-shaping garment technology disclosed in the source patent. The proposed modifications involve standard design optimization techniques commonly employed in performance apparel, such as adjustable compression zones, strategic ventilation, and multi-layered fabric constructions. These variations would be considered predictable extensions of known compression garment design principles.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Breathable exercise body shaping garment with multiple fabric layers and compression zones
PTD Variation
Adding adjustable straps and dynamic compression layers that adapt to wearer's movement
Obviousness Reasoning
A PHOSITA would recognize that customizable compression is a known design approach in performance garments, representing a predictable variation to enhance user comfort and fit
Source Patent Element
Knitted fabric with specific polyester and spandex composition for compression
PTD Variation
Triple-layered fabric construction with hydrophilic inner layer, moisture-wicking middle layer, and breathable outer layer
Obviousness Reasoning
Modifying fabric layering and material composition is a standard technique for improving garment performance, representing an obvious design optimization within the field
Source Patent Element
Mesh fabric with perforations for breathability
PTD Variation
Strategic placement of ventilation zones with variable perforation sizes and patterns
Obviousness Reasoning
Optimizing fabric breathability through perforation design is a well-known technique in textile engineering, representing a predictable solution for enhancing garment performance
Source Patent Element
Body-shaping compression garment for women's active wear
PTD Variation
Expanding design to accommodate different body types, activities, and specialized use cases
Obviousness Reasoning
Adapting garment designs for diverse user needs is a standard practice in apparel design, representing an obvious extension of existing technology
Source Patent Element
Compressive fabric panels with specific material composition
PTD Variation
Integrating wearable technology or smart textile features into compression garments
Obviousness Reasoning
Incorporating electronic or adaptive technologies into textile products is a predictable evolution in performance apparel design
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the comprehensive teachings of US Patent 11857011 and the variations disclosed herein, a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art would find the proposed technical modifications to body-shaping compression garments to be obvious and lacking inventive step. The incremental improvements represent predictable design variations within the established technological framework of performance apparel engineering, thus rendering potential patent claims obvious under 35 U.S.C. Section 103.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,011
TitleOuterwear shapewear
Assignee(s)Maddox Holdings, Inc.