Advanced Miniaturized Coupling Mechanisms for Jewelry

Publication ID: 24-11857037_0009_PTD
Published: October 27, 2025
Category:Specialized Variations & Niche Solutions

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Advanced Miniaturized Coupling Mechanisms for Jewelry,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857037_0009_PTD, Published October 27, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857037_0009_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. 11,857,037.

Background and Problem Solved

The original miniaturized coupling mechanism for jewelry components provided a secure and convenient way to interlock jewelry pieces. However, it had limitations in terms of adaptability to specific, demanding environments. The present invention addresses these limitations by introducing specialized variations of the miniaturized coupling mechanism, tailored to meet the unique requirements of high-security, disaster relief, extreme weather, and other specialized contexts.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce novel and non-obvious features, including integrated encryption modules, quick-release mechanisms, waterproof coatings, biometric authentication modules, and detachable tracking devices. These features provide a significant improvement over the original patent, enabling the miniaturized coupling mechanism to adapt to a range of specialized applications.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the invention could include variations of the encryption module, such as using different encryption protocols or integrating with existing security systems. The quick-release feature could be implemented using different mechanical designs or materials. The waterproof coating could be replaced with other protective materials or treatments. The biometric authentication module could be replaced with other authentication methods, such as password-protected or RFID-based systems. The detachable tracking device could be integrated with other location-tracking technologies, such as GPS or Bluetooth.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The invention has significant commercial potential in various industries, including high-security jewelry, disaster relief, extreme weather sports, search and rescue operations, and others. The adaptive miniaturized coupling mechanisms could be used in a range of products, from luxury jewelry to specialized equipment for emergency responders.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A44 A44C5/08
A A44 A44C13/00

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,037
TitleMiniaturized couplings for jewelry components
Assignee(s)NEXT SPACE INC.