Smart Sink Accessory System with Synergistic Combinations

Publication ID: 24-11857119_0003_PTD
Published: November 07, 2025
Category:Synergistic Combinations

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Smart Sink Accessory System with Synergistic Combinations,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857119_0003_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857119_0003_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. 11,857,119.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

The present inventive concept integrates a sink accessory with AI, IoT, blockchain, and novel materials to create a highly adaptable, user-centric, and efficient system for sink-based tasks.

Background and Problem Solved

The original sink accessory patent ( Sink accessory system ) provided a solution for wedging a sink accessory within opposing sink walls, but it had limitations in terms of user experience, performance tracking, and adaptability to different sink environments. The present inventive concept addresses these limitations by incorporating synergistic combinations of distinct technologies to create a more powerful and efficient system.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The Smart Sink Accessory System consists of a sink accessory with a first end, a second end opposite the first end, and a work space defined between the first end and the second end. The system integrates an AI-powered sensor system to detect user behavior and preferences, a blockchain-based data storage system to store user data and sink accessory performance metrics, and IoT-enabled devices to optimize sink accessory performance. Additionally, the system incorporates a novel material with enhanced durability and water resistance. The system can be configured to communicate with a smart home network, receive data from IoT-enabled devices, and utilize machine learning algorithms to predict user behavior and optimize sink accessory performance. The system also features a user interface for receiving user input and displaying system performance metrics.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The present inventive concept's novelty lies in the synergistic combination of AI, IoT, blockchain, and novel materials with the sink accessory, which enables a more efficient, user-centric, and adaptable system. The inventive step is the integration of these distinct technologies to create a system that can learn from user behavior, optimize performance, and provide real-time feedback.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the Smart Sink Accessory System could include different AI-powered sensor systems, varying IoT-enabled devices, or alternative novel materials. The system could also be integrated with other smart home devices, such as voice assistants or smart appliances, to create a more comprehensive smart home ecosystem.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The Smart Sink Accessory System has significant commercial potential in the smart home and IoT industries, particularly in the kitchen and bathroom fixtures market. The system's ability to optimize performance, provide real-time feedback, and learn from user behavior makes it an attractive solution for consumers seeking to upgrade their sink-based tasks.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A47 A47J47/20

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,119
TitleSink accessory system
Assignee(s)Kohler Co.