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Advanced Titanium Sintered Body for Extreme Environments

Publication ID: 24-11857034_0004_PTD
Published: October 27, 2025
Category:Specialized Variations & Niche Solutions

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Advanced Titanium Sintered Body for Extreme Environments,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857034_0004_PTD, Published October 27, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857034_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. 11,857,034.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent disclosed a titanium sintered body with a high mechanical strength and excellent corrosion resistance. However, these properties alone are insufficient for certain specialized environments. The present invention addresses the limitations of the original patent by introducing novel adaptations for high-security, disaster relief, extreme weather conditions, and niche applications.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce novel adaptations of the original titanium sintered body, including the integration of MEMS devices, corrosion-resistant additives, thermal insulation materials, and pressure-resistant seals. These adaptations provide a non-obvious solution for specialized environments, distinguishing the present invention from the original patent.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the invention may include the use of different MEMS devices, corrosion-resistant additives, or thermal insulation materials. Additionally, the sintered body could be adapted for other niche applications, such as underwater exploration or high-temperature operations.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The present invention has potential commercial applications in high-security industries, disaster relief organizations, extreme weather condition-resistant equipment manufacturers, and secure data storage providers. The market for these specialized titanium sintered body solutions is expected to grow as the demand for durable and secure materials increases.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A44 A44C27/003
B B22 B22F1/06
B B22 B22F3/15
B B22 B22F3/24
B B22 B22F5/106
C C22 C22C1/0458
C C22 C22C14/00
B B22 B22F5/00
B B22 B22F2003/247
B B22 B22F2201/01
B B22 B22F2201/10
B B22 B22F2301/205

Field of Art

Materials engineering, specifically titanium powder metallurgy and advanced manufacturing techniques involving sintered metal components for precision applications including aerospace, medical, and high-performance instrumentation

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A materials engineer or metallurgist with expertise in powder metallurgy, advanced materials processing, MEMS integration, and experience with titanium alloy fabrication techniques, holding at least a master's degree or equivalent professional experience

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the source patent's titanium sintered body provides a foundational framework for technological adaptation across multiple domains. The disclosed variations represent predictable extensions of the original sintered body concept by integrating known technologies like MEMS devices, corrosion-resistant additives, and specialized sealing techniques into a well-characterized titanium substrate. These modifications represent standard engineering problem-solving approaches within materials science and precision manufacturing.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Titanium sintered body with specific crystal grain characteristics and phase-stabilizing elements
PTD Variation
Embedding MEMS devices for tamper detection within the sintered body
Obviousness Reasoning
MEMS integration into metal substrates is a known technique, and a PHOSITA would recognize the predictable result of creating a secure, instrumented component using standard microelectronic packaging methods
Source Patent Element
Titanium powder sintering process with phase-stabilizing elements
PTD Variation
Adding corrosion-resistant additives to enhance environmental durability
Obviousness Reasoning
Material modification through additive engineering is a standard approach in metallurgy, with predictable outcomes for improving substrate performance in challenging environments
Source Patent Element
Titanium sintered body with controlled grain structure
PTD Variation
Incorporating thermal insulation materials to modify thermal conductivity
Obviousness Reasoning
Composite material design involving thermal property modification is a routine engineering task with well-understood methodological approaches
Source Patent Element
Timepiece construction using titanium sintered body
PTD Variation
Adapting the sintered body for high-altitude or low-pressure environments with pressure-resistant seals
Obviousness Reasoning
Environmental adaptation through structural modifications represents a standard engineering problem-solving approach with predictable solution strategies
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on US Patent 11857034's disclosure of a titanium sintered body, the present publication demonstrates that a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art would find the claimed variations obvious through routine materials engineering techniques. The disclosed adaptations represent predictable extensions of the source patent's fundamental technological framework, thereby establishing anticipatory prior art against potential future patent claims in related technological domains.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,034
TitleTitanium sintered body, ornament, and timepiece
Assignee(s)Seiko Epson Corporation