Wearable Computer-based Industry Solutions

Publication ID: 24-11857143_0002_PTD
Published: November 07, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Wearable Computer-based Industry Solutions,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857143_0002_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857143_0002_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. 11,857,143.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

This inventive concept leverages wearable computer technology to revolutionize various industries by connecting wearable devices to specialized machines, enabling real-time data exchange, and providing valuable insights for optimized performance.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent focused on wearable computers in the fitness industry, but it had limitations in terms of data accuracy and user experience. This new inventive concept addresses these limitations by applying the core technology to diverse industries, such as agriculture, livestock management, building energy management, waste management, and industrial equipment maintenance, where data-driven insights can significantly improve operational efficiency.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The wearable computer-based industry solutions comprise a wearable device wirelessly connected to a specialized machine in a particular industry. The wearable device receives machine data related to the specific operation and calculates relevant metrics based on the machine data and user input. For instance, in agriculture, the wearable device can receive data from farming machines and calculate crop yield metrics. In livestock management, the wearable device can receive data from feeding machines and calculate nutritional intake metrics. This approach enables real-time monitoring, data-driven decision-making, and optimized performance across various industries.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce a novel application of wearable computer technology to diverse industries, which is non-obvious compared to the original patent's focus on fitness. The inventive step lies in the adaptation of the core technology to address specific challenges and opportunities in each industry, thereby providing a unique value proposition.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include wearable devices with varying form factors, such as smart glasses or smart clothing, or the integration of additional sensors to capture more comprehensive data. Variations could also involve different machine learning algorithms or data analytics techniques to process the machine data and user input.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The wearable computer-based industry solutions have significant commercial potential across various industries, including agriculture, livestock management, building energy management, waste management, and industrial equipment maintenance. The target market includes businesses and organizations seeking to optimize their operations, reduce costs, and improve overall efficiency.

CPC Classifications

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A A61 A61B5/024
A A61 A61B5/0022
A A61 A61B5/02416
A A61 A61B5/0833
A A61 A61B5/1118
A A61 A61B5/1123
A A61 A61B5/1495
A A61 A61B5/14551
A A61 A61B5/4866
A A61 A61B5/6824
A A61 A61B5/6831
A A61 A61B5/6895
A A61 A61B5/7275
A A63 A63B22/02
G G01 G01C22/006
A A61 A61B5/01
A A61 A61B5/02
A A61 A61B5/0531
A A61 A61B2562/0219
A A63 A63B2230/06

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,143
TitleWearable computer with fitness machine connectivity for improved activity monitoring using caloric expenditure models
Assignee(s)Apple Inc.