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Enhanced New Applications & Use Cases Technical Implementation

Publication ID: 24-11858109_0002_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. 24-11858109_0002_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11858109_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. 11,858,109.

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

SectionClassGroup
B B25 B25F5/026

Field of Art

Power tool ergonomics and mechanical attachment systems, specifically hand-held electric tool side handle design and clamping mechanisms, requiring mechanical engineering expertise in tool design and user interface engineering

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A mechanical engineer with 3-5 years experience in power tool design, familiar with ergonomic attachment mechanisms, clamping technologies, and standard manufacturing techniques for handheld power tools

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the PTD's disclosed variations represent predictable engineering extensions of the source patent's core clamping mechanism design. The technical improvements are consistent with standard design iteration practices in power tool ergonomics, involving incremental modifications to existing attachment and positioning technologies. The variations demonstrate standard problem-solving approaches a skilled practitioner would naturally explore when seeking to enhance tool handle functionality.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Rotatable clamping lever with 180/360 degree rotation limit
PTD Variation
Enhanced rotation mechanism with additional angular positioning options
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable design variation involving known mechanical adjustment techniques, representing a routine engineering optimization of existing rotational clamping concepts
Source Patent Element
Side handle attachment to machine neck
PTD Variation
Alternative material compositions and geometric configurations for improved ergonomic interface
Obviousness Reasoning
Routine materials science substitution and geometric adaptation within established design parameters, representing standard engineering problem-solving approaches
Source Patent Element
Clamping unit with operating element
PTD Variation
Integrated electronic position sensing and locking mechanisms
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable technological enhancement combining known mechanical clamping principles with standard electronic sensing technologies
Source Patent Element
Basic side handle grip region
PTD Variation
Modular grip design with adjustable ergonomic configurations
Obviousness Reasoning
Obvious extension of existing handle design through well-understood user interface customization techniques
Source Patent Element
Manual clamping mechanism
PTD Variation
Semi-automated or power-assisted clamping adjustment system
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable technological progression involving standard mechanical and electromechanical design integration strategies
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on comprehensive analysis of US Patent 11858109, the present published technical disclosure demonstrates that the claimed variations represent obvious technological extensions readily apparent to a person having ordinary skill in the art of power tool handle design. The disclosed technical implementations constitute prior art rendering obvious any subsequent patent claims attempting to monopolize these straightforward mechanical and ergonomic adaptations.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,858,109
TitleSide handle for an electric hand-held power tool
Assignee(s)Hilti Aktiengesellschaft