Enhanced New Applications & Use Cases Technical Implementation

Publication ID: 24-11858113_0007_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_0007_PTD, Published October 29, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11858113_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. 11,858,113.

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 industrial equipment support structures with a focus on adjustable positioning and clamping mechanisms

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A mechanical engineer or technical professional with expertise in industrial equipment design, mechanical mounting systems, and precision positioning technologies, familiar with modular equipment configurations and mechanical attachment techniques

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 core drill stand design, utilizing standard mechanical engineering principles of adaptability, modularity, and functional enhancement within established technological frameworks.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element

Pivotable mast with support bracket moveably coupled to base

PTD Variation

Enhanced positioning mechanisms with additional degrees of freedom and configurable attachment points

Obviousness Reasoning

Modifying mounting configurations represents a routine design optimization for industrial equipment supports, using known mechanical techniques to expand functional versatility

Source Patent Element

Clamping mechanism with handle and bolt for locking support bracket

PTD Variation

Alternative clamping geometries and quick-release mechanisms that maintain core locking principle

Obviousness Reasoning

Implementing alternative clamping designs is a predictable variation within mechanical engineering, representing standard problem-solving approach for improving equipment flexibility

Source Patent Element

Base and mast with collapsible configuration

PTD Variation

Expanded compact storage and transportation methods leveraging similar mechanical principles

Obviousness Reasoning

Developing compact equipment configurations is a standard engineering practice, utilizing known mechanical transformation techniques to enhance portability

Source Patent Element

Longitudinal axis-based positioning system

PTD Variation

Extended positioning range and multi-axis adjustment capabilities

Obviousness Reasoning

Expanding positioning capabilities through incremental mechanical modifications represents a predictable evolution of existing technical solutions

Source Patent Element

Battery-powered core drill mounting system

PTD Variation

Enhanced power management and integrated energy systems for improved equipment performance

Obviousness Reasoning

Implementing advanced power integration techniques is a routine engineering optimization within established technological frameworks

35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11858113, a person having ordinary skill in the art would find the technical variations disclosed herein to be obvious extensions of the prior art, representing predictable mechanical engineering solutions that would be apparent to a skilled practitioner without requiring undue experimentation or inventive insight.

Original Patent Information

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