Advanced Wireless Location Tracking System Innovation
Legal Citation
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent, 'Audio output system for a wirelessly locatable tag', introduced a novel approach to tracking personal property using a wirelessly locatable tag. However, the system had limitations in terms of accuracy, range, and real-time processing capabilities. The present invention addresses these limitations by integrating advanced technologies to provide a more robust and accurate location tracking system.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The present invention introduces several novel and non-obvious features, including the use of artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms to predict the tag's location, the integration of augmented reality and computer vision to generate a 3D map of the tag's surroundings, and the use of a cloud-based platform to provide real-time location tracking and analytics. These features provide a significant improvement over the original patent and existing location tracking systems.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the invention could include the use of different types of sensors, such as GPS, Wi-Fi, or Bluetooth, to provide location data. The system could also be integrated with other devices, such as smart home systems or autonomous vehicles, to provide a more comprehensive location tracking solution. Additionally, the invention could be adapted for use in various industries, such as logistics, healthcare, or retail.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The intelligent location tracking system has significant commercial potential in various industries, including logistics, healthcare, retail, and consumer electronics. The system's ability to provide highly accurate and real-time location tracking, combined with its advanced analytics capabilities, makes it an attractive solution for businesses and individuals seeking to improve their location tracking capabilities. The market for location tracking systems is expected to grow significantly in the coming years, driven by increasing demand for IoT and smart devices.
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Electronic tracking and localization systems, specifically wireless location tags with sensor and communication technologies. Requires expertise in electrical engineering, wireless communications, embedded systems, and sensor integration
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A skilled practitioner with a bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering or computer science, familiar with wireless communication protocols, sensor design, embedded system miniaturization, and location tracking technologies
Obviousness Rationale
A person of ordinary skill would recognize that the PTD's proposed variations represent predictable extensions of the source patent's wireless locatable tag technology. The machine learning, augmented reality, and cloud-based enhancements are logical technological progressions that leverage existing wireless tracking principles. These improvements apply standard techniques from adjacent technological domains to enhance the fundamental location tracking methodology disclosed in the original patent.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,063 |
|---|---|
| Title | Audio output system for a wirelessly locatable tag |
| Assignee(s) | Apple Inc. |