Adaptive Adjustable Benches for Diverse Industries
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
The present inventive concept leverages the core technology of the adjustable bench patent to create innovative solutions for various industries, including agriculture, industrial manufacturing, urban space reuse, physical therapy, and renewable energy.
Background and Problem Solved
The original adjustable bench patent addressed the need for a versatile seating solution with adjustable height and slope. However, its application was limited to a specific context. The present inventive concept solves the problem of restricted applicability by exploring new use cases and industries where the adjustable bench technology can bring significant value.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The new claims introduce novel applications of the adjustable bench technology, including tiered structures for agricultural productivity, ergonomic support in industrial manufacturing, modular furniture systems for adaptive urban spaces, therapy devices for musculoskeletal disorders, and solar panel mounting systems. Each application leverages the adjustable bench's unique features, such as selective mating of the seat and skirt, to provide a customized solution for the specific industry.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The inventive concept's novelty lies in its expansion of the adjustable bench technology into unexplored industries, providing a non-obvious combination of existing components to address specific pain points in each field. The inventive step resides in the recognition of the technology's potential beyond its original context and the development of new applications that capitalize on its versatility.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include adjustable benches with modified seat and skirt designs, integrated sensors for monitoring user activity, or incorporation of sustainable materials. Variations could also involve adapting the technology for use in other industries, such as education, healthcare, or hospitality.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential across multiple industries, including agriculture, manufacturing, urban development, healthcare, and renewable energy. The adaptive adjustable benches can be marketed as customizable solutions for specific industries, offering a competitive edge in terms of productivity, ergonomics, and sustainability.
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Furniture design and ergonomic seating systems, with expertise in modular adjustable structures, mechanical coupling mechanisms, and multi-configuration support platforms
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A design engineer with 3-5 years experience in furniture design, mechanical engineering, or ergonomic product development, familiar with adjustable seating technologies, modular structural systems, and adaptive design principles
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the core adjustable bench technology disclosed in the source patent provides a versatile structural platform that can be readily adapted across multiple industrial and functional contexts. The fundamental mechanical principles of selectively mating a seat and skirt to create variable surface configurations represent a transferable design concept with broad applicability. The PTD's variations demonstrate predictable extensions of the source patent's core technological framework by applying the adjustable bench mechanism to solve domain-specific challenges.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,088 |
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| Title | Adjustable bench |
| Assignee(s) | Ombase Ventures Ltd. |