Advanced Floor Mat System with Removable and Disposable Disinfecting Mat

Publication ID: 24-11857136_0006_PTD
Published: November 07, 2025
Category:Direct Improvements & Enhancements

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Advanced Floor Mat System with Removable and Disposable Disinfecting Mat,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857136_0006_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857136_0006_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. 11,857,136.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

An innovative floor mat system that improves upon existing doormat designs by incorporating a removable and disposable disinfecting mat, providing enhanced cleanliness, hygiene, and convenience.

Background and Problem Solved

The original floor mat patent, while effective in cleaning and disinfecting shoe soles, has limitations in terms of reusability and maintenance. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by introducing a floor mat system with a reusable primary mat and a removable, disposable secondary mat that contains an antimicrobial agent, ensuring a more efficient and hygienic solution.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The advanced floor mat system comprises a primary mat with a top surface and a bottom surface, and a secondary mat with a top surface and a bottom surface. The top surfaces of both mats are designed to clean and disinfect shoe soles at the door. The secondary mat is removable and disposable, containing an antimicrobial agent that enhances its disinfecting capabilities. The primary mat can be reused and washed, reducing waste and maintenance costs. In some embodiments, the primary mat may include a built-in UV light to disinfect the secondary mat, or the secondary mat may contain a replaceable and disposable disinfecting pad. The two mats can be connected by a hinge, allowing for easy replacement of the secondary mat.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce a novel, non-obvious improvement over the original patent by incorporating a removable and disposable secondary mat, which provides a more efficient, convenient, and hygienic solution. The combination of a reusable primary mat and a disposable secondary mat with antimicrobial properties represents a significant inventive step.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the advanced floor mat system could include varying materials, shapes, and sizes of the primary and secondary mats. The system could also be adapted for use in different environments, such as hospitals, restaurants, or offices, where enhanced cleanliness and hygiene are critical. Additionally, the secondary mat could be designed with different antimicrobial agents or disinfecting mechanisms, such as heat, light, or chemical treatments.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The advanced floor mat system has significant commercial potential in various industries, including healthcare, hospitality, and food service, where cleanliness and hygiene are paramount. The system's ease of use, convenience, and cost-effectiveness make it an attractive solution for businesses and households seeking to improve their cleanliness and hygiene standards.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A47 A47L23/266
B B32 B32B7/12
B B32 B32B25/20
B B32 B32B2250/02
B B32 B32B2307/7145
B B32 B32B2307/7265
B B32 B32B2307/744
B B32 B32B2471/04

Field of Art

Floor mat design and hygiene technologies, focusing on antimicrobial surface treatments, cleaning systems, and modular mat configurations with expertise in materials science, surface engineering, and sanitation technologies

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A professional with a bachelor's degree in materials engineering or industrial design, familiar with surface treatment technologies, antimicrobial materials, and modular product design principles, with 3-5 years of experience in developing cleaning and hygiene solutions

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the published technical disclosure represents a predictable combination of known floor mat technologies, extending the source patent's core concepts of disinfecting doormat surfaces through modular design and enhanced antimicrobial capabilities. The proposed variations leverage standard engineering design approaches to improve functionality while maintaining the fundamental cleaning and disinfection principles established in the original patent. The incremental improvements, such as removable secondary mats and integrated disinfection mechanisms, would be considered obvious modifications within the existing technological framework.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Floor mat with non-toxic top layer containing antimicrobial silicone rubber
PTD Variation
Removable secondary mat with enhanced antimicrobial agent and disposable design
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable extension of existing antimicrobial surface technology, representing a routine design optimization for improved hygiene and convenience
Source Patent Element
Curved and straight perimeter sections with non-skid surface
PTD Variation
Hinged connection between primary and secondary mats allowing modular replacement
Obviousness Reasoning
Known mechanical design technique for creating adjustable and replaceable components in surface cleaning systems
Source Patent Element
Top layer configured for cleaning and disinfecting shoe soles
PTD Variation
Integration of UV light disinfection mechanism in primary mat
Obviousness Reasoning
Applying a known disinfection technique from related fields to enhance existing mat's sanitization capabilities
Source Patent Element
Silicone resin material with germ-resistant properties
PTD Variation
Replaceable disinfecting pad within secondary mat
Obviousness Reasoning
Logical progression of modular design principles to create more flexible and targeted disinfection solutions
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, as they represent predictable combinations and extensions of the technological teachings in US Patent 11857136, specifically demonstrating routine design modifications that would be apparent to a skilled practitioner without requiring inventive insight.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,136
TitleFloor mat and method of use