Enhanced Protective Equipment with Adaptive Safety Features

Publication ID: 24-11857815_0006_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:Direct Improvements & Enhancements

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Enhanced Protective Equipment with Adaptive Safety Features,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857815_0006_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857815_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. 11,857,815.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

An advanced protective equipment system that integrates sensors and securing systems to provide real-time adaptive safety features, enhancing the protection of individuals from falls and other hazards.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent described a protective equipment with a sensor device for detecting distance between a person and a reference point. However, the patent had limitations in terms of adjusting the securing system in real-time based on the detected distance. The new inventive concept addresses this limitation by introducing an adaptive securing system that adjusts the rope length of a safety rope based on the detected distance, ensuring a more efficient and effective protection.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The enhanced protective equipment system comprises a sensor device and a securing system. The sensor device detects the distance between the person and the reference point, and the securing system adjusts the rope length of the safety rope accordingly. The system can also integrate additional sensors, such as medical sensors or environmental sensors, to provide a more comprehensive protection. The adaptive securing system enables real-time adjustments to ensure optimal protection, making it a significant improvement over the original patent.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new inventive concept introduces the adaptive securing system that adjusts the rope length of the safety rope in real-time based on the detected distance, which is a novel and non-obvious feature compared to the original patent. This feature provides a significant improvement in terms of protection efficiency and effectiveness.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include integrating additional sensors, such as GPS or weather sensors, to provide a more comprehensive protection. The system could also be adapted for use in different industries, such as construction or search and rescue operations.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The enhanced protective equipment system has significant commercial potential in industries where fall protection is critical, such as construction, manufacturing, and search and rescue operations. The system's adaptive features and real-time adjustments make it an attractive solution for companies seeking to improve workplace safety and reduce accidents.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,815
TitleProtective equipment comprising a sensor device
Assignee(s)Bornack GmbH & Co. KG