Advanced Smart Sheet Fastening System Innovation

Publication ID: 24-11857080_0010_PTD
Published: November 07, 2025
Category:Future Evolutions & Paradigm Shifts

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Advanced Smart Sheet Fastening System Innovation,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857080_0010_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857080_0010_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. 11,857,080.

Background and Problem Solved

The original sheet fastener patent, while effective for its time, has limitations in terms of durability, flexibility, and automation. The new invention addresses these limitations by introducing advanced materials and modular designs, enabling a more efficient, reliable, and adaptable fastening system.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new invention's use of self-healing materials and shape-memory alloys in a modular fastening system represents a significant departure from the original patent's design. The integration of these advanced materials with autonomous robotic arms and modular design enables a level of flexibility, durability, and automation not previously possible in sheet fastening systems.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the Smart Sheet Fastening System could include variations in the type of self-healing material and shape-memory alloy used, as well as different modular designs and robotic arm configurations. Additionally, the system could be adapted for use in various industries, such as aerospace, automotive, or construction.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The Smart Sheet Fastening System has significant commercial potential in industries where sheet fastening is a critical process, such as aerospace, automotive, and construction. The system's enhanced durability, flexibility, and automation capabilities make it an attractive solution for companies seeking to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and increase product quality.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,080
TitleSheet fastener
Assignee(s)YKK Corporation