Enhanced New Applications & Use Cases Technical Implementation

Publication ID: 24-11858113_0002_PTD

Published: October 29, 2025

Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Enhanced New Applications & Use Cases Technical Implementation,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11858113_0002_PTD, Published October 29, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11858113_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. 11,858,113.

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	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

Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)

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Field of Art

Mechanical engineering, specifically drill stands, mounting systems, and precision positioning equipment for power tools and construction machinery. Expertise includes mechanical coupling mechanisms, adjustable support structures, and modular tool mounting solutions

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A mechanical engineer or technical professional with expertise in tool mounting systems, mechanical design, fabrication techniques, and industrial equipment configuration. Possesses knowledge of mechanical interfaces, structural mechanics, and standard design optimization approaches

Obviousness Rationale

A person skilled in the art would recognize that the PTD's disclosed variations represent predictable technical extensions of the source patent's fundamental drill stand architecture. The proposed enhancements leverage known mechanical design principles and standard engineering problem-solving techniques to address new application requirements. These modifications represent incremental improvements that would be apparent to a skilled practitioner familiar with drill stand technology and mechanical system design.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element

Pivotable mast with support bracket moveably coupled to base

PTD Variation

Enhanced mounting configurations for expanded industrial use cases

Obviousness Reasoning

Standard design adaptation using known mechanical coupling techniques to extend functional versatility. Predictable result of applying modular design principles to existing structural framework.

Source Patent Element

Clamping mechanism with rotatable handle for locking support bracket

PTD Variation

Alternative clamping geometries with improved force distribution and quick-release mechanisms

Obviousness Reasoning

Finite set of mechanical solutions for improving clamping performance. Known technique of optimizing mechanical interfaces through geometric variation.

Source Patent Element

Parallel rail configuration for support bracket movement

PTD Variation

Integrated precision alignment systems with enhanced positional accuracy

Obviousness Reasoning

Predictable engineering optimization using standard mechanical design principles. Represents a logical extension of existing structural approach.

Source Patent Element

Collapsible mast configuration for compact storage

PTD Variation

Modular design allowing rapid reconfiguration for diverse work environments

Obviousness Reasoning

Obvious design evolution addressing practical user requirements through standard mechanical transformation techniques.

35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on comprehensive analysis of US Patent 11858113, the present technical disclosure demonstrates that the claimed variations would have been obvious to a person having ordinary skill in the art at the time of invention. The proposed technical solutions represent predictable combinations of known mechanical design elements, employing standard engineering problem-solving approaches to extend the foundational drill stand architecture into new application domains.

Original Patent Information

Patent Number	US 11,858,113
Title	Drill stand
Assignee(s)	MILWAUKEE ELECTRIC TOOL CORPORATION