Enhanced New Applications & Use Cases Technical Implementation

Publication ID: 24-11858097_0002_PTD

Published: October 28, 2025

Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Enhanced New Applications & Use Cases Technical Implementation,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11858097_0002_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11858097_0002_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. 11,858,097.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

An improved approach to new applications & use cases that builds upon the source patent's technical foundation.

Background and Problem Solved

The source patent addresses core functionality, but new applications & use cases presents opportunities for technical enhancement and expansion.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

A comprehensive technical system that implements new applications & use cases 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 new applications & use cases 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 new applications & use cases enhancements.

CPC Classifications

Section	Class	Group
B	B25	B25B7/22
B	B25	B25B7/02

Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)

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Field of Art

Hardware tool design, specifically mechanical pliers and adjustable clamping mechanisms, with expertise in precision engineering, mechanical interfaces, and tool functionality optimization

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A mechanical engineer with 3-5 years experience in tool design, familiar with mechanical coupling techniques, manufacturing tolerances, and modular tool system development, capable of understanding complex mechanical interactions and design variations

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the PTD's disclosed variations represent predictable technical extensions of the source patent's core mechanical principles. The new applications & use cases build upon the fundamental snap ring pliers jaw architecture through incremental design modifications that would be apparent to a skilled practitioner. These variations demonstrate standard engineering problem-solving approaches that leverage existing technical foundations.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element

Adjusting-free clamp pliers jaw with rotating first and second pliers bodies on a base

PTD Variation

Enhanced system implementing new applications with modified component configurations maintaining core rotational mechanics

Obviousness Reasoning

Predictable variation using known mechanical design techniques, representing a standard design optimization approach

Source Patent Element

Base comprising first and second bottom plates connected by bolt assembly

PTD Variation

Modified base configuration with additional structural reinforcement and interface points

Obviousness Reasoning

Routine mechanical engineering design choice expanding structural capabilities through known modular attachment methods

Source Patent Element

Arc-shaped extrusion notches on pliers bodies

PTD Variation

Alternative notch geometries and positioning to enable expanded functional ranges

Obviousness Reasoning

Finite design solution exploring geometrical variations that a PHOSITA would recognize as obvious mechanical adaptation

Source Patent Element

Center post perpendicular to bottom plate enabling rotation

PTD Variation

Refined rotational interface with enhanced alignment and precision mechanisms

Obviousness Reasoning

Known technique for improving mechanical precision through incremental geometric and structural modifications

Source Patent Element

Clamping rim configuration for mechanical engagement

PTD Variation

Extended clamping interface with additional contact surfaces and load distribution

Obviousness Reasoning

Predictable engineering solution exploring alternative load transfer and mechanical coupling approaches

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 straightforward extensions of the mechanical principles established in US Patent 11858097, utilizing standard engineering design methodologies to explore predictable technical improvements and alternative implementation strategies.

Original Patent Information

Patent Number	US 11,858,097
Title	Adjustment-free snap ring pliers jaws
Assignee(s)	Zhuji Itop Hardware Tools Co., Ltd.