Enhanced New Applications & Use Cases Technical Implementation

Publication ID: 24-11858107_0007_PTD

Published: November 07, 2025

Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Enhanced New Applications & Use Cases Technical Implementation,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11858107_0007_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11858107_0007_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. 11,858,107.

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	B25F5/02
A	A45	A45F3/14
A	A45	A45F2200/0575

Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)

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Field of Art

Hand-portable working apparatus design, focusing on ergonomic tool configurations with emphasis on handle placement, transport mechanisms, and multi-functional portable equipment in mechanical engineering and industrial design

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A mechanical engineer or industrial designer with expertise in portable tool design, familiar with ergonomic principles, manufacturing techniques, and modular equipment configurations, typically holding a bachelor's or master's degree with 3-5 years of practical design experience

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the PTD's disclosed variations represent predictable extensions of the source patent's core technical framework by introducing incremental improvements in component configuration and functional adaptability. The variations demonstrate standard design evolution techniques common in portable apparatus development, leveraging known modular design principles and systematic enhancement approaches. The technical modifications appear to be logical progressions that would be readily conceived by a skilled practitioner seeking to optimize the original patent's fundamental architectural concepts.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element

Handle positioned behind working device along longitudinal direction

PTD Variation

Enhanced handle configuration with modular attachment points for additional functional modules

Obviousness Reasoning

Predictable design variation using known mechanical coupling techniques to expand tool versatility

Source Patent Element

Transport eyelet positioned relative to handle opening

PTD Variation

Alternative transport mechanism with adjustable mounting points for improved load distribution

Obviousness Reasoning

Routine engineering optimization using well-understood ergonomic design principles

Source Patent Element

Single working device with longitudinal extension

PTD Variation

Multiple integrated working devices with interconnectable modular components

Obviousness Reasoning

Standard design approach of expanding functional capabilities through systematic component reconfiguration

Source Patent Element

Handle with defined opening geometry

PTD Variation

Adaptive handle geometry with integrated sensor or electronic interface capabilities

Obviousness Reasoning

Predictable technological integration using known human-machine interface design techniques

Source Patent Element

Center of gravity considerations for balanced apparatus design

PTD Variation

Dynamic weight redistribution mechanisms for improved user ergonomics

Obviousness Reasoning

Logical extension of existing balance principles using standard mechanical engineering design 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, with reasonable expectation of success, when considering the teachings of US Patent 11858107 in combination with standard design optimization techniques prevalent in portable apparatus engineering. The disclosed modifications represent incremental, predictable advancements that do not rise to the level of non-obvious innovation.

Original Patent Information

Patent Number	US 11,858,107
Title	Hand-portable working apparatus and system
Assignee(s)	Andreas Stihl AG & Co. KG