Specialized Performance Monitoring Systems for Extreme Environments

Publication ID: 24-11857841_0004_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:Specialized Variations & Niche Solutions

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Specialized Performance Monitoring Systems for Extreme Environments,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857841_0004_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857841_0004_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. 11,857,841.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

A novel performance monitoring system for pitchers adapted for use in extreme weather conditions, high-security needs, and disaster relief scenarios, providing real-time performance data in challenging operational environments.

Background and Problem Solved

The original performance monitoring system for pitchers, while effective in standard game scenarios, has limitations when applied to extreme weather conditions, high-security needs, or disaster relief situations. The present inventive concept addresses these limitations by introducing specialized variations of the performance monitoring system, tailored to specific niche markets and operational environments.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The inventive concept comprises a performance monitoring system adapted for use in extreme weather conditions, including water-resistant piezoelectric films, high-grip pitching rubbers, and thermally-insulated components. For high-security needs, the system integrates biometric authentication modules, such as fingerprint scanners and facial recognition systems, to verify the identity of the pitcher before transmitting real-time performance data. In disaster relief scenarios, the system includes wireless communication modules for transmitting data to remote monitoring stations. These specialized variations enable accurate performance monitoring in challenging environments, providing valuable insights for pitchers, coaches, and trainers.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce novel features, such as water-resistant piezoelectric films, high-grip pitching rubbers, thermally-insulated components, biometric authentication modules, and wireless communication modules, which are not present in the original patent. These features provide a non-obvious solution to the problem of performance monitoring in extreme environments, distinguishing the inventive concept from the prior art.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include the use of advanced materials, such as graphene or nanomaterials, to enhance the performance and durability of the system. Additionally, the system could be integrated with other sensors, such as GPS or accelerometers, to provide a more comprehensive picture of the pitcher's performance.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The specialized performance monitoring systems have significant commercial potential in various industries, including professional sports, disaster relief, and high-security facilities. The systems could be marketed as standalone products or integrated into existing training facilities, providing a valuable tool for pitchers, coaches, and trainers to improve performance and gain a competitive edge.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A63 A63B24/0062
A A63 A63B69/0002
A A63 A63B71/0622
A A63 A63B2069/0006
A A63 A63B2071/0647
A A63 A63B2220/58
A A63 A63B2220/833

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,841
TitlePerformance monitoring system for a pitcher