Enhanced Synergistic Combinations Technical Implementation

Publication ID: 24-11858130_0003_PTD
Published: October 29, 2025
Category:Synergistic Combinations

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Enhanced Synergistic Combinations Technical Implementation,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11858130_0003_PTD, Published October 29, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11858130_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. 11,858,130.

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 B25J9/0081
B B25 B25J9/1633
B B25 B25J9/1664
B B25 B25J13/06

Field of Art

Robotics and Robotic Control Systems, specifically focusing on human-robot interaction interfaces and manipulation systems with emphasis on input devices for position and orientation control

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A mechanical or robotics engineer with expertise in human-machine interfaces, robotic control systems, and mechanical design, possessing knowledge of input device technologies, motion control algorithms, and industrial automation techniques

Obviousness Rationale

A person skilled in the art would recognize that the PTD's synergistic combinations represent predictable variations of the source patent's core robotic control methodology. The disclosed technical enhancements follow established design patterns in robotic input systems, leveraging known techniques to extend functionality while maintaining fundamental architectural principles. These variations would be considered routine engineering modifications within the standard problem-solving approach of robotic interface design.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Operation input device with movable member for manually changing robot position and orientation
PTD Variation
Enhanced input device with additional sensor integration and adaptive response mapping
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable extension of existing input mechanism using known sensor technologies and control system design principles
Source Patent Element
Switching between operation mode and setting mode for robot movement parameters
PTD Variation
Expanded mode management with contextual user interface and dynamic configuration options
Obviousness Reasoning
Logical progression of user interaction design using standard human-machine interface techniques
Source Patent Element
Curved movement path storage and inching operation for working tool positioning
PTD Variation
Advanced trajectory planning with machine learning-enhanced path optimization algorithms
Obviousness Reasoning
Application of known machine learning techniques to existing robotic path generation methodologies
Source Patent Element
Robot controller with manual operation capabilities
PTD Variation
Integrated multi-modal control system supporting gesture, touch, and voice interaction modalities
Obviousness Reasoning
Combining known interaction technologies using standard interface design principles
Source Patent Element
Robotic manipulation system with configurable input device
PTD Variation
Modular input device architecture supporting customizable ergonomic configurations
Obviousness Reasoning
Routine design variation addressing user adaptability through standard mechanical design approaches
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11858130 and the comprehensive technical disclosure herein, a person having ordinary skill in the art would find the claimed variations obvious and anticipated, rendering potential subsequent patent claims obvious under 35 U.S.C. Section 103 as a matter of routine engineering design choices within the established robotic control system domain.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,858,130
TitleController of robot for performing manual operation by operation device
Assignee(s)FANUC CORPORATION