Adaptive Relay Baton Systems for Specialized Environments

Publication ID: 24-11857858_0004_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:Specialized Variations & Niche Solutions

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Adaptive Relay Baton Systems for Specialized Environments,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857858_0004_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857858_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. 11,857,858.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

The invention relates to a family of relay baton systems tailored to specific operational environments, providing enhanced functionality, security, and usability in niche markets such as high-security, disaster relief, extreme weather conditions, visually impaired athletes, and high-altitude environments.

Background and Problem Solved

The original relay baton design, as described in the parent patent, is limited in its ability to adapt to diverse operational environments. The present invention addresses this limitation by introducing a range of specialized relay baton systems that cater to unique requirements, ensuring reliable and efficient handoffs in a variety of challenging situations.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The inventive concept encompasses a series of relay baton systems, each comprising multiple tubular bodies with distinct features and functionalities. For instance, the high-security relay baton system incorporates unique identification codes, sensors, and authentication mechanisms to prevent unauthorized access or tampering. The disaster relief relay baton device features waterproof compartments and shock-absorbing materials to withstand extreme weather conditions. The relay baton for use in extreme temperatures is constructed with thermally-insulated and heat-resistant materials, while the relay baton system for visually impaired athletes incorporates tactile identifiers and audio signal emitters. The relay baton device for high-altitude environments includes pressure-resistant compartments and oxygen supply systems.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The novelty of the present invention lies in the development of specialized relay baton systems that address specific challenges in niche markets. The inventive step resides in the integration of unique features and functionalities that enable reliable and efficient handoffs in diverse operational environments, thereby overcoming the limitations of the original relay baton design.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include relay baton systems with integrated GPS tracking, real-time monitoring, or advanced materials for enhanced durability. Variations could also involve adapting the relay baton systems for use in other specialized environments, such as space exploration or underwater operations.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The adaptive relay baton systems have significant commercial potential in various industries, including high-security facilities, disaster relief organizations, athletic events, and specialized equipment manufacturers. The market for these systems is expected to grow as the demand for tailored solutions in niche markets increases.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A63 A63B69/0028

Field of Art

Sports Equipment Design and Athletic Performance Technology, specifically relay race equipment with a focus on modular tubular body systems for athletic implements

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

An engineer with expertise in sports equipment design, materials engineering, and ergonomic product development, possessing knowledge of mechanical design principles, materials science, and athletic performance requirements

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the source patent's fundamental design of modular tubular bodies with breakaway interfaces provides a clear technical foundation for adapting relay batons to specialized environments. The disclosed variations represent predictable extensions of the original baton concept by applying known engineering techniques to address specific operational challenges. The modular design inherently suggests adaptability across different use cases, making the specialized variations a logical and obvious progression of the original invention.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Tubular bodies with breakaway interface and tapered regions
PTD Variation
High-security relay baton with unique identification codes and authentication sensors
Obviousness Reasoning
Adding electronic authentication to a modular design is a predictable solution for enhancing security, using known sensor and identification technologies within the existing mechanical framework
Source Patent Element
Nested tubular bodies with separable configuration
PTD Variation
Disaster relief baton with waterproof compartments and shock-absorbing materials
Obviousness Reasoning
Incorporating protective materials and environmental resistance is an obvious design adaptation for extending the baton's functional utility in challenging conditions
Source Patent Element
Tubular bodies with configurable outer surfaces
PTD Variation
Relay baton for visually impaired athletes with tactile identifiers and audio signal emitters
Obviousness Reasoning
Integrating sensory feedback mechanisms is a straightforward modification to improve accessibility, representing a known approach to adaptive design for specialized user needs
Source Patent Element
Modular tubular body construction allowing assembly and separation
PTD Variation
High-altitude relay baton with pressure-resistant compartments and oxygen supply systems
Obviousness Reasoning
Adapting the baton's structural design to accommodate environmental challenges is a predictable engineering solution using standard materials and compartmentalization techniques
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on US Patent 11857858's disclosure of a relay baton with modular tubular bodies, the present publication demonstrates that a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art would find the claimed specialized relay baton systems obvious, as they represent predictable variations employing known engineering techniques to address specific environmental and user requirements within a fundamentally established mechanical design framework.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,858
TitleBaton having tubular bodies
Assignee(s)Briggs Athletics LLC