Adaptive Environmental Control: Innovative Agricultural Tech

Publication ID: 24-11857016_0002_PTD
Published: October 27, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Adaptive Environmental Control: Innovative Agricultural Tech,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857016_0002_PTD, Published October 27, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857016_0002_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. 11,857,016.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent, 'Hair and edge maintenance cap', addressed the need for a versatile head garment for hair maintenance. However, the present invention takes this core technology and applies it to entirely new industries and problems, overcoming limitations in current methods for environmental control, agricultural produce preservation, and garden pest management.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce a novel application of the stretchable band technology, expanding its use beyond head garments to address unmet needs in agriculture, environmental monitoring, and gardening. The inventive step lies in the recognition of the technology's potential for adaptation to these new fields and the development of interchangeable components to facilitate this expansion.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments may include integrating sensors, microcontrollers, or other technologies to enhance the system's functionality. Variations could involve using different materials, designs, or configurations for the stretchable band and interchangeable components, depending on the specific application or industry.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The invention has significant commercial potential in the agriculture, environmental monitoring, and gardening industries. The adaptive environmental control systems can be marketed as a solution for farmers, greenhouse operators, and gardeners seeking to improve crop yields, reduce waste, and create more sustainable practices.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A42 A42B1/041
A A42 A42B1/049
A A42 A42B1/206
A A42 A42B1/22

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,016
TitleHair and edge maintenance cap