Multi-Industry Energy Absorption Tech: Performance Innovation

Publication ID: 24-11857027_0007_PTD
Published: October 27, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Multi-Industry Energy Absorption Tech: Performance Innovation,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857027_0007_PTD, Published October 27, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857027_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. 11,857,027.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent, U.S. Pat. No. 10,085,514, addressed the need for energy shock absorption and energy return in footwear. However, the limitations of the original patent were confined to the footwear industry. The present invention expands the scope of the original technology to address specific problems in various fields, such as stability and support in prosthetic limbs, balance and stability in wheelchairs, comfort and efficiency in bicycles, fatigue reduction in heavy backpacks, and athletic performance enhancement in swimming.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The present invention is novel and non-obvious in its application of energy absorption and return systems to diverse industries beyond footwear. The new claims provide a significant expansion of the original patent's scope, addressing specific problems in various fields and providing innovative solutions that were not anticipated by the original patent.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the invention may include variations in the design and implementation of the energy absorption and return systems, such as different materials, geometries, and spring configurations. Additionally, the invention could be applied to other industries and devices, such as exoskeletons, orthotics, and sports equipment.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The present invention has significant commercial potential in various industries, including prosthetics, wheelchairs, bicycles, backpacks, and swimming equipment. The market for these applications is substantial, with millions of people worldwide using these devices and equipment. The invention's ability to improve performance, comfort, and efficiency makes it an attractive solution for manufacturers and consumers alike.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A43 A43B13/181
F F16 F16F1/368
F F16 F16F3/10
F F16 F16F2224/0241
F F16 F16F2238/022

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,027
TitleShoes, devices for shoes, and methods of using shoes
Assignee(s)Athletic Propulsion Labs LLC