Enhanced Synergistic Combinations Technical Implementation

Publication ID: 24-11858105_0003_PTD

Published: October 28, 2025

Category:Synergistic Combinations

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Enhanced Synergistic Combinations Technical Implementation,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11858105_0003_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11858105_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. 11,858,105.

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	B25F5/001

Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)

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Field of Art

Power tool transmission systems, mechanical engineering, specifically two-speed planetary gear mechanisms with coupling systems for power tools

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A mechanical engineer with expertise in power tool design, planetary gear systems, and mechanical power transmission, typically holding a bachelor's or master's degree with 3-5 years of industry experience in mechanical design and power tool engineering

Obviousness Rationale

A person skilled in the art would recognize that the PTD's synergistic combinations represent predictable variations of the source patent's core technical architecture. The disclosed enhancements leverage known mechanical design principles and standard engineering problem-solving techniques to extend the original patent's functionality. These variations demonstrate incremental improvements that would be apparent to a skilled practitioner familiar with power tool transmission systems.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element

Planetary gear system with input shaft and coupling sleeve

PTD Variation

Enhanced coupling mechanism with additional axial movement and spring-loaded elements

Obviousness Reasoning

Modifying coupling sleeve configurations is a standard design optimization technique, representing a predictable variation using known mechanical engineering principles

Source Patent Element

Two-speed power transmission with planet wheel carrier

PTD Variation

Extended outer sleeve design with improved rotational locking mechanisms

Obviousness Reasoning

Refining mechanical interface connections is a routine design choice for improving power transmission efficiency and mechanical stability

Source Patent Element

Axial bearing support configurations

PTD Variation

Alternative bearing placement strategies to distribute mechanical loads

Obviousness Reasoning

Optimizing bearing configurations is a well-understood mechanical engineering approach for enhancing component performance and durability

Source Patent Element

Planetary gear transmission system

PTD Variation

Synergistic combination techniques for improving power tool functionality

Obviousness Reasoning

Implementing incremental improvements to existing mechanical systems represents a standard engineering problem-solving approach with predictable outcomes

Source Patent Element

Power tool gear unit design

PTD Variation

Enhanced technical implementation targeting system-level performance improvements

Obviousness Reasoning

Systematic refinement of mechanical systems using known design techniques constitutes an obvious extension of existing technological foundations

35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Pursuant to 35 U.S.C. § 103, the disclosed technical variations represent obvious extensions of US Patent 11858105, rendering potential patent claims covering similar mechanical transmission systems unpatentable. The published technical disclosure demonstrates that a person having ordinary skill in the art would find the claimed variations obvious based on the existing prior art, utilizing standard mechanical engineering design principles and predictable combinations of known technical elements.

Original Patent Information

Patent Number	US 11,858,105
Title	Power tool and torque-responsive gear unit for a power tool
Assignee(s)	ATLAS COPCO INDUSTRIAL TECHNIQUE AB