Adaptive Jar Storage Systems for Extreme Environments

Publication ID: 24-11857069_0009_PTD
Published: November 07, 2025
Category:Specialized Variations & Niche Solutions

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Adaptive Jar Storage Systems for Extreme Environments,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857069_0009_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857069_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. 11,857,069.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent for an apparatus and method for storing jars, while effective for general-purpose use, falls short in addressing the distinct challenges posed by niche environments. For instance, traditional jar storage systems may not withstand extreme weather conditions, compromise security in high-risk settings, or meet stringent cleanliness standards in sterile environments. The present invention solves these problems by introducing adaptive jar storage systems that cater to these specific needs.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The present invention's novelty lies in its adaptation of the original jar storage concept to address the unique challenges of high-security, disaster relief, extreme weather, remote off-grid, and sterile environments. The inventive step resides in the introduction of specialized components, materials, and designs that enable the jar storage systems to operate effectively in these niche settings.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the invention may include adjustable angle configurations, modular designs for easy assembly and disassembly, and integrated sensors for monitoring environmental conditions. Variations may also include adaptations for storing jars of different sizes, shapes, and materials, as well as incorporating additional features such as automatic jar retrieval or advanced inventory management systems.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The adaptive jar storage systems have significant commercial potential in various industries, including security and defense, disaster relief and emergency response, construction and infrastructure, healthcare and biotechnology, and outdoor recreation and adventure. The market for these systems is expected to grow as organizations and individuals increasingly require specialized solutions for storing jars in challenging environments.

Field of Art

Storage systems and apparatus design, with expertise in mechanical engineering, structural design, and container retention technologies

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A mechanical engineer with 3-5 years of experience in product design, familiar with structural mounting systems, material selection for specialized environments, and modular storage solutions

Obviousness Rationale

A person of ordinary skill would recognize that the source patent's fundamental jar storage apparatus design provides a versatile framework that can be readily adapted to specialized environments by applying known engineering modifications. The core structural principles remain consistent across the PTD variations, with modifications representing predictable design extensions using standard engineering techniques. The PTD's adaptations represent routine application of material science and environmental engineering principles to an existing storage system design.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Base configured to connect to a surface via plurality of fasteners
PTD Variation
Tamper-evident base with high-strength fasteners for high-security environments
Obviousness Reasoning
Selecting specialized fasteners and base materials is a predictable design choice for adapting to specific environmental requirements, representing a known technique in mechanical engineering
Source Patent Element
Perpendicular connection of side and front retaining members
PTD Variation
Reinforced side and front retaining members designed for extreme weather resistance
Obviousness Reasoning
Modifying material composition and structural reinforcement to enhance environmental durability represents a standard engineering approach with expected, predictable results
Source Patent Element
Jar insertion method using rotational and translational motions
PTD Variation
Adaptation of insertion method for portable, self-sustaining off-grid storage systems
Obviousness Reasoning
Maintaining core mechanical interaction principles while adapting to different usage contexts is a routine design modification within a PHOSITA's capabilities
Source Patent Element
Geometric angle configurations between base and retaining members
PTD Variation
Sterilizable components with precise geometric configurations for sterile environments
Obviousness Reasoning
Applying material compatibility and maintaining precise structural geometries are standard engineering practices for specialized environment adaptations
Source Patent Element
Basic jar storage channel design
PTD Variation
Integrated sensors and advanced inventory management systems
Obviousness Reasoning
Adding monitoring and tracking capabilities represents a predictable technological enhancement using known integration techniques
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Pursuant to 35 U.S.C. ยง 103, the variations disclosed herein would have been obvious to a person of ordinary skill in the art at the time of invention, based on the teachings of US Patent 11857069. The proposed modifications represent routine engineering adaptations that would be apparent to a skilled practitioner, employing known techniques to extend the fundamental storage apparatus design into specialized environmental contexts without introducing inventive complexity.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,069
TitleApparatus and method for storing jars