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Autonomous Navigation Tech: Multi-Industry Optimization Solution

Publication ID: 24-11857050_0007_PTD
Published: October 27, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Autonomous Navigation Tech: Multi-Industry Optimization Solution,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857050_0007_PTD, Published October 27, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857050_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. 11,857,050.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent for smart luggage cases introduced an innovative solution for travelers, but its potential remained confined to the luggage industry. This new invention addresses the limitation by applying the core technology to entirely different fields, where autonomous navigation and optimization can bring significant value.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new invention's novelty lies in its application of autonomous wheel technology to diverse industries, introducing a non-obvious combination of components and functionalities that significantly expand its utility and impact. The inventive step resides in the adaptation of the original technology to address specific challenges in each industry, resulting in a unique and valuable solution.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments may include variations in the design and functionality of the smart cart or robot, such as different types of sensors, communication systems, or navigation algorithms. Additionally, the invention could be implemented using different materials, sizes, or shapes of the autonomous wheels, or integrated with other technologies such as AI, IoT, or robotics.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The potential commercial applications of this invention are vast, with target industries including agriculture, retail, public transportation, warehouse management, and search and rescue operations. The market demand for autonomous navigation and optimization solutions is growing rapidly, and this invention is poised to capture a significant share of that market, generating substantial revenue and improving operational efficiency across various sectors.

Field of Art

Autonomous mobile robotics and smart transportation systems, with expertise in mechanical design, control systems, and navigation technologies for mobile platforms

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

An engineer with advanced degree in mechanical or electrical engineering, familiar with robotics, sensor integration, autonomous navigation, and mechatronic system design, with 3-5 years professional experience in developing mobile robotic platforms

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the autonomous wheel technology disclosed in the source patent for smart luggage can be readily adapted to diverse mobile platforms by applying standard engineering design principles. The core mechanical and control system concepts are transferable across different application domains, with predictable modifications to suit specific environmental requirements. The variations represent straightforward extensions of existing autonomous mobility technologies using well-established engineering techniques.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Elevatable power wheel with swinging device and driving mechanism from smart luggage case
PTD Variation
Autonomous wheels integrated into agricultural cart for crop monitoring navigation
Obviousness Reasoning
Applying autonomous wheel control principles to agricultural environments represents a predictable design adaptation using known sensor and navigation technologies
Source Patent Element
Electric motor and rotating shaft control mechanism for wheel movement
PTD Variation
Implementing similar motor-driven navigation system in search and rescue robotic platforms
Obviousness Reasoning
Transferring precise wheel control mechanisms to emergency response robots is a standard engineering approach with expected performance characteristics
Source Patent Element
Smart case control system with sensor integration
PTD Variation
Logistics tracking system using autonomous shopping cart with inventory monitoring capabilities
Obviousness Reasoning
Extending sensor-based control systems to inventory management represents a logical and predictable technological progression
Source Patent Element
Swinging device with limitation members controlling wheel movement
PTD Variation
Adaptive navigation system for wheelchair with route optimization capabilities
Obviousness Reasoning
Translating mechanical movement control principles to accessibility mobility solutions demonstrates standard engineering problem-solving approach
Source Patent Element
Integrated driving mechanism with electric motor control
PTD Variation
Warehouse management system using autonomous inventory tracking cart
Obviousness Reasoning
Repurposing autonomous mobility technologies for industrial logistics represents a straightforward technological adaptation
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11857050 for smart luggage case technologies, the disclosed variations represent obvious extensions of existing autonomous mobility systems, demonstrating that a person having ordinary skill in the art would find the claimed innovations predictable and lacking non-obvious technical advancement. The systematic application of autonomous wheel control principles across diverse technological domains constitutes prima facie evidence of obviousness under 35 U.S.C. Section 103.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,050
TitleSmart luggage case and a method for controlling the operation of an assisting luggage case
Assignee(s)Changzhou Airwheel Technology Co., Ltd.