Published Technical Disclosure Archive

Enhanced Synergistic Combinations Technical Implementation

Publication ID: 24-11858123_0003_PTD
Published: October 29, 2025
Category:Synergistic Combinations

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Enhanced Synergistic Combinations Technical Implementation,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11858123_0003_PTD, Published October 29, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11858123_0003_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. 11,858,123.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

An improved approach to synergistic combinations that builds upon the source patent's technical foundation.

Background and Problem Solved

The source patent addresses core functionality, but synergistic combinations presents opportunities for technical enhancement and expansion.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

A comprehensive technical system that implements synergistic combinations 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 synergistic combinations 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 synergistic combinations enhancements.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
B B25 B25J15/0023
B B23 B23Q7/043
B B23 B23Q11/1023
B B23 B23Q11/127
B B23 B23Q2230/002
Y Y10 Y10T409/30532
Y Y10 Y10T409/303976

Field of Art

Machine tool manipulation systems, robotic gripping mechanisms, and precision manufacturing equipment with fluid-actuated components, requiring advanced mechanical engineering knowledge and expertise in precision machining technologies

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A mechanical engineer with expertise in robotic manipulation systems, fluid dynamics, and machine tool design, possessing advanced knowledge of precision gripping mechanisms, coolant system integration, and modular tool attachment technologies

Obviousness Rationale

A person having ordinary skill would recognize that the PTD's synergistic combinations represent predictable technical extensions of the source patent's fundamental machine tool hand design, utilizing known mechanical engineering principles to enhance fluid-actuated gripping mechanisms through incremental modifications that would be apparent to a skilled practitioner in the field.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Coolant-liquid supply path integrated into spindle-mounted body portion
PTD Variation
Enhanced fluid routing configurations with optimized flow dynamics and directional guidance mechanisms
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable design optimization using known fluid dynamics principles and standard mechanical engineering techniques for improving coolant flow characteristics
Source Patent Element
Plurality of hand members configured for opening and closing
PTD Variation
Synergistic combination approaches introducing alternative geometric configurations and elastic response mechanisms
Obviousness Reasoning
Finite set of known mechanical design variations that would be obvious to implement using standard engineering problem-solving approaches
Source Patent Element
Detachable mounting configuration for machine tool hand
PTD Variation
Modular interface improvements enabling more flexible tool integration and enhanced mechanical coupling
Obviousness Reasoning
Routine mechanical engineering design choice utilizing well-established principles of modular tool system design
Source Patent Element
Spherical movable body for hand member actuation
PTD Variation
Advanced geometric configurations and alternative material compositions for improved mechanical responsiveness
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable material and geometric variations that represent standard engineering optimization techniques
Source Patent Element
Elastic member opposing movement of movable body
PTD Variation
Enhanced elastic response systems with more sophisticated force management and dynamic compensation mechanisms
Obviousness Reasoning
Known mechanical engineering technique for refining force transmission and mechanical responsiveness through incremental design improvements
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11858123, 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 combinations of known mechanical engineering techniques that do not rise to the level of non-obvious innovation, thereby establishing this disclosure as valid prior art under 35 U.S.C. Section 103.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,858,123
TitleMachine tool hand
Assignee(s)FANUC CORPORATION