Published Technical Disclosure Archive

Enhanced Direct Improvements & Enhancements Technical Implementation

Publication ID: 24-11858113_0001_PTD
Published: October 29, 2025
Category:Direct Improvements & Enhancements

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Enhanced Direct Improvements & Enhancements Technical Implementation,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11858113_0001_PTD, Published October 29, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11858113_0001_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. 11,858,113.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

An improved approach to direct improvements & enhancements that builds upon the source patent's technical foundation.

Background and Problem Solved

The source patent addresses core functionality, but direct improvements & enhancements presents opportunities for technical enhancement and expansion.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

A comprehensive technical system that implements direct improvements & enhancements 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 direct improvements & enhancements 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 direct improvements & enhancements enhancements.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
B B25 B25H1/0064
B B25 B25H1/0042
F F16 F16M11/046
F F16 F16M11/18
F F16 F16M11/38
B B23 B23B47/28
E E21 E21B7/02

Field of Art

Mechanical engineering, specifically drill stands, mounting systems, and precision positioning equipment for power tools and construction machinery. Skill level involves understanding mechanical design, structural mechanics, and tool mounting configurations

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A mechanical engineer or technical professional with expertise in tool mounting systems, mechanical joints, adjustable supports, and industrial equipment design. Capable of analyzing structural configurations, understanding mechanical interfaces, and implementing design modifications

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the PTD's disclosed improvements represent predictable variations on the source patent's core drill stand design. The technical modifications follow standard engineering problem-solving approaches by extending existing mechanical configurations through known techniques of component redesign and functional enhancement. The variations maintain fundamental structural relationships while introducing incremental technical improvements that would be apparent to a skilled practitioner.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Pivotable mast coupled to a base with a support bracket
PTD Variation
Enhanced clamping mechanisms with additional rail configurations and positioning options
Obviousness Reasoning
Modifying clamping and positioning mechanisms represents a predictable design optimization using known mechanical techniques. A PHOSITA would recognize multiple potential rail and clamping configurations as routine engineering design choices
Source Patent Element
Battery pack attachable to drill housing
PTD Variation
Alternative power interface configurations with improved electrical connectivity
Obviousness Reasoning
Developing enhanced power attachment methods is a standard engineering approach involving known electrical and mechanical interface techniques. Variations in power connection represent predictable technological improvements
Source Patent Element
Moveable carriage coupled to mast
PTD Variation
Advanced positioning mechanisms with increased degrees of freedom and precision adjustment
Obviousness Reasoning
Expanding positioning capabilities through additional mechanical interfaces is a standard engineering problem-solving approach. A PHOSITA would recognize multiple potential mechanical configurations as obvious extensions of existing design principles
Source Patent Element
Collapsible drill stand configuration
PTD Variation
Improved folding mechanisms with enhanced compactness and structural integrity
Obviousness Reasoning
Developing more efficient folding and storage mechanisms represents a predictable engineering optimization. A skilled practitioner would recognize multiple potential mechanical solutions as routine design variations
Source Patent Element
Base and mast structural relationship
PTD Variation
Alternative material compositions and structural reinforcement techniques
Obviousness Reasoning
Exploring material and structural enhancements represents a standard approach to incremental technological improvement. A PHOSITA would recognize multiple potential material and design variations as obvious engineering solutions
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11858113 and the disclosed technical variations, a person having ordinary skill in the art would find the claimed subject matter obvious. The published technical disclosure demonstrates that the claimed innovations represent predictable extensions of existing mechanical design principles, utilizing known techniques and standard engineering problem-solving approaches to achieve incremental technological improvements.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,858,113
TitleDrill stand
Assignee(s)MILWAUKEE ELECTRIC TOOL CORPORATION