Adaptive Soil and Coastal Stabilization System

Publication ID: 24-11857393_0002_PTD

Published: October 28, 2025

Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Adaptive Soil and Coastal Stabilization System,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857393_0002_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857393_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. 11,857,393.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

The present inventive concept leverages the core technology of internal bone fixation devices to develop innovative systems and methods for stabilizing soil structures, preventing landslides, reinforcing riverbanks, preventing coastal erosion, and stabilizing tunnels.

Background and Problem Solved

The original internal bone fixation device patent, while effective in aiding bone fusion, has limitations in its applicability to other fields. This inventive concept addresses the pressing need for effective solutions in soil and coastal stabilization, landslide prevention, riverbank reinforcement, coastal erosion prevention, and tunnel stabilization, where traditional methods often fall short.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The new systems and methods comprise a support frame bounding and surrounding a porous architecture, which facilitates water flow and reduces erosion in soil and coastal applications, and air flow and reduces humidity in tunnel applications. The frame is shaped to match the shape of the region in which the system is used, ensuring a snug fit and optimal performance. The porous architecture is designed to allow for the flow of fluids while maintaining structural integrity, thereby stabilizing the surrounding soil or coastal structure.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The inventive concept's novelty lies in its adaptation of internal bone fixation device technology to entirely new industries and applications, leveraging the core principles of layered structures and porous architectures to address pressing environmental and infrastructure challenges. The inventive step resides in the recognition of the potential for this technology to be applied beyond its original medical context, and the development of new systems and methods that capitalize on this potential.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include the use of different materials for the support frame and porous architecture, or the integration of sensors and monitoring systems to optimize performance. Variations could include the development of modular systems for easy installation and maintenance, or the creation of hybrid systems combining the inventive concept with other stabilization technologies.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The Adaptive Soil and Coastal Stabilization System has vast commercial potential in industries such as construction, environmental remediation, and infrastructure development. Target markets include government agencies, construction companies, and environmental organizations seeking innovative solutions to pressing environmental and infrastructure challenges.

CPC Classifications

Section	Class	Group
A	A61	A61F2/447
A	A61	A61F2002/30112
A	A61	A61F2002/30971

Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)

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Field of Art

Biomedical engineering and structural design, focusing on implantable devices and support structures with multi-layered architectures and load-bearing capabilities

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A biomedical engineer or materials scientist with expertise in structural design, biomechanical engineering, and cross-domain technology adaptation, capable of recognizing fundamental design principles that can be translated across different technical domains

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize the fundamental structural similarities between internal bone fixation devices and soil/coastal stabilization systems, particularly the shared characteristics of layered architectures, porous design, and load-bearing capabilities. The translation of medical device principles to environmental engineering represents a predictable extension of known structural design concepts. The core technical insights from the bone fixation device - specifically its multi-layered framework with inner and outer rims - directly inform the soil stabilization system's structural approach.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element

Multi-layered device with inner and outer rims connected by rim struts

PTD Variation

Adapting the layered structure to soil and coastal stabilization support frames

Obviousness Reasoning

A PHOSITA would recognize that the fundamental structural principles of load distribution and structural integrity are transferable across different application domains using known design translation techniques

Source Patent Element

Porous architecture allowing internal channel formations

PTD Variation

Creating porous support structures that facilitate fluid flow in soil and coastal environments

Obviousness Reasoning

The concept of designing structures with controlled porosity is a well-established engineering principle, making the translation from medical implants to environmental stabilization a predictable design evolution

Source Patent Element

Device configured to match anatomical contours

PTD Variation

Shaping support frames to match specific geographical terrain configurations

Obviousness Reasoning

Adaptive contouring is a standard engineering approach for maximizing structural interface and performance, representing a straightforward design extension across different technical domains

Source Patent Element

Layered structures with consistent inter-layer spacing

PTD Variation

Developing modular stabilization systems with uniform structural intervals

Obviousness Reasoning

Modular design with consistent geometric relationships is a known technique for creating scalable and adaptable engineering solutions

Source Patent Element

Surface texture variations (smooth vs roughened)

PTD Variation

Implementing surface modifications to optimize fluid interaction and structural bonding

Obviousness Reasoning

Surface engineering techniques for controlling interface interactions are well-understood, making texture adaptations a predictable design optimization strategy

35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11857393 and the disclosed variations, a person having ordinary skill in the art would find the proposed soil and coastal stabilization systems obvious through straightforward technological translation, as the fundamental structural principles of multi-layered, porous support frameworks are directly transferable across biomedical and environmental engineering domains, thereby rendering potential claims to such systems anticipated and non-patentable under standard obviousness analysis.

Original Patent Information

Patent Number	US 11,857,393
Title	Internal bone fixation device
Assignee(s)	ALM Ortho, Inc.