Enhanced Synergistic Combinations Technical Implementation

Publication ID: 24-11858097_0008_PTD

Published: October 28, 2025

Category:Synergistic Combinations

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Enhanced Synergistic Combinations Technical Implementation,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11858097_0008_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11858097_0008_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 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	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 a focus on precision engineering for snap ring and crimping applications

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A mechanical engineer or tool designer with expertise in hardware tool design, familiar with mechanical coupling mechanisms, precision manufacturing techniques, and ergonomic tool development with 3-5 years of professional experience

Obviousness Rationale

A person skilled in the art would recognize that the PTD's synergistic combinations represent predictable technical extensions of the source patent's foundational design. The disclosed variations leverage known mechanical engineering principles to enhance the original snap ring pliers jaw configuration. These modifications represent incremental improvements that would be apparent to a skilled practitioner seeking to optimize tool performance and functionality.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element

Base comprising first and second bottom plates connected by bolt assembly

PTD Variation

Enhanced base configuration with modular connection mechanisms and improved alignment tolerances

Obviousness Reasoning

Predictable design optimization using known mechanical engineering techniques for improving structural rigidity and precision alignment

Source Patent Element

Arc-shaped extrusion notches on pliers bodies

PTD Variation

Advanced geometrical variations of extrusion notches with enhanced load distribution and stress mitigation features

Obviousness Reasoning

Routine engineering design choice exploring alternative notch configurations within predictable mechanical performance parameters

Source Patent Element

Rotating mechanism with center post perpendicular to bottom plate

PTD Variation

Refined rotational interface with additional kinematic constraints and improved pivot point dynamics

Obviousness Reasoning

Logical extension of existing mechanical principles using known techniques for enhancing rotational precision and reducing mechanical tolerances

Source Patent Element

Clamping rim configuration on pliers bodies

PTD Variation

Expanded clamping surface geometries with integrated stress distribution and enhanced gripping characteristics

Obviousness Reasoning

Obvious mechanical design evolution exploring alternative surface configurations using standard engineering problem-solving approaches

Source Patent Element

Adjusting-free clamp pliers jaw mechanism

PTD Variation

Advanced synergistic combination methodology extending core mechanical interaction principles

Obviousness Reasoning

Incremental technical improvement representing a natural progression of existing mechanical design concepts using known engineering problem-solving techniques

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, with reasonable expectation of success, when considered in light of US Patent 11858097. The published technical disclosure demonstrates that the claimed subject matter represents a predictable variation within the existing technological landscape, lacking any inventive step beyond the ordinary capabilities of a skilled practitioner in mechanical tool design.

Original Patent Information

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