Autonomous Toy Vehicle Platforms for Diverse Industries
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
This inventive concept leverages the core technology of a toy vehicle with a selected centre of gravity to create autonomous platforms for various industries, including agriculture, environmental monitoring, search and rescue, and infrastructure inspection.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent addressed the issue of toy vehicles returning to an upright state from an inverted state. However, this limitation prevented the technology from being applied to more significant and impactful industries. This inventive concept solves this problem by adapting the self-balancing technology to create autonomous platforms that can navigate complex environments and perform critical tasks.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept involves equipping the self-balancing toy vehicle with advanced sensors, communication devices, and specialized equipment to enable it to operate in diverse industries. For example, in agriculture, the platform can navigate through rows of crops to monitor and adjust crop conditions, optimizing yield. In environmental monitoring, the platform can collect and transmit data on air and water quality, providing valuable insights for conservation efforts. In search and rescue, the platform can navigate through debris and rubble to locate survivors, and in infrastructure inspection, it can inspect and report on the condition of pipelines or bridges.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce a novel application of the self-balancing technology, moving beyond toy vehicles to address real-world problems in various industries. The inventive step lies in the adaptation of the core technology to create autonomous platforms that can operate in complex environments and perform critical tasks.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include modifying the platform's design and equipment to suit specific industries or environments. For example, a variant for underwater inspection could be developed, or a version for aerial surveillance could be created.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential across various industries, including agriculture, environmental monitoring, search and rescue, and infrastructure inspection. The market for autonomous platforms is growing rapidly, and this technology could capture a substantial share of that market.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A63 | A63H17/004 |
| A | A63 | A63H17/262 |
| A | A63 | A63H30/04 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Robotics and Autonomous Vehicle Design, with specific expertise in self-balancing mechanisms, remote control systems, and adaptive mobility platforms for toy and industrial applications
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A skilled engineer with knowledge of mechanical systems, sensor integration, control theory, and cross-domain technology adaptation, capable of translating toy vehicle technologies into specialized industrial platforms
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the core self-balancing mechanism and center of gravity control from the toy vehicle patent naturally extends to autonomous platforms by adding specialized sensors and industry-specific mounting configurations. The fundamental mechanical principles of self-righting and torque management are directly transferable across different application domains. The PTD represents a predictable engineering adaptation that leverages existing technological foundations to solve practical navigation challenges in diverse environments.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,887 |
|---|---|
| Title | Toy vehicle with selected centre of gravity |
| Assignee(s) | Bbx Design Group Inc, SPIN MASTER LTD. |