Enhanced Synergistic Combinations Technical Implementation

Publication ID: 24-11858096_0003_PTD

Published: October 28, 2025

Category:Synergistic Combinations

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Enhanced Synergistic Combinations Technical Implementation,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11858096_0003_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11858096_0003_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. 11,858,096.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

An improved approach to synergistic combinations that builds upon the source patent's technical foundation.

Background and Problem Solved

The source patent addresses core functionality, but synergistic combinations presents opportunities for technical enhancement and expansion.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

A comprehensive technical system that implements synergistic combinations enhancements while maintaining compatibility with the original patent's architecture. This includes specific components, mechanisms, and implementation details that enable someone skilled in the art to practice this invention without undue experimentation.

Novelty and Inventive Step

Introduces new technical features and approaches that were not present in the source patent, specifically targeting synergistic combinations improvements.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Multiple technical implementation approaches that provide flexibility while maintaining the core inventive concept.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

Broad market applicability across industries that can benefit from synergistic combinations enhancements.

CPC Classifications

Section	Class	Group
B	B25	B25B23/147
G	G01	G01L5/24

Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)

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Field of Art

Mechanical fastener systems and torque control technologies, specifically focusing on joint preload measurement and implementation techniques in precision mechanical assemblies

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A mechanical engineer with expertise in fastener design, torque application methods, and mechanical joining techniques, possessing knowledge of standard engineering practices and technical problem-solving strategies

Obviousness Rationale

A skilled practitioner would recognize that the PTD's synergistic combination enhancements represent predictable variations of the source patent's core fastener preload methodology. The disclosed technical improvements build directly upon the foundational concepts of thread pitch, torque control, and joint assembly techniques established in the original patent. These variations represent standard engineering design iterations that would be apparent to someone with ordinary skill in mechanical fastener technologies.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element

Threaded fastener element with controlled torque application

PTD Variation

Enhanced automated torque tool with expanded motor control parameters

Obviousness Reasoning

Predictable extension of existing automated torque tool concept using known motor control techniques

Source Patent Element

Joint preload measurement through thread interaction

PTD Variation

Synergistic combination techniques for improving precision of joint assembly

Obviousness Reasoning

Logical refinement of existing preload measurement methodology using standard engineering optimization approaches

Source Patent Element

Threaded bolt and nut assembly mechanism

PTD Variation

Advanced component configuration with improved alignment and interaction protocols

Obviousness Reasoning

Routine mechanical design variation using known geometric and mechanical engineering principles

Source Patent Element

Torque wrench based preload control

PTD Variation

Expanded torque measurement and calibration techniques

Obviousness Reasoning

Incremental improvement using standard metrology and instrumentation enhancement methods

35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Pursuant to 35 U.S.C. § 103, the technical variations disclosed herein would have been obvious to a person having ordinary skill in the art at the time of invention, as they represent predictable extensions of the foundational teachings of US Patent 11858096, specifically building upon established mechanical fastener preload and torque control methodologies through routine engineering design iterations.

Original Patent Information

Patent Number	US 11,858,096
Title	Methods for achieving a target joint preload
Assignee(s)	University of South Florida