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Enhanced Synergistic Combinations Technical Implementation

Publication ID: 24-11858130_0008_PTD
Published: October 29, 2025
Category:Synergistic Combinations

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Enhanced Synergistic Combinations Technical Implementation,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11858130_0008_PTD, Published October 29, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11858130_0008_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 and movement control mechanisms

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A mechanical or robotics engineer with expertise in human-machine interfaces, robotic control systems, and motion programming, typically holding a master's degree or equivalent professional experience in designing robotic input and control mechanisms

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the PTD's synergistic combinations represent predictable technical extensions of the source patent's core robotic control methodology. The disclosed variations leverage known design principles and standard engineering approaches to enhance robotic input device functionality. These modifications represent incremental improvements that would be apparent to a skilled practitioner seeking to optimize robotic control interfaces.

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 design optimization using known sensor technologies and input mapping techniques commonly employed in robotic control systems
Source Patent Element
Switching between operation mode and setting mode for robot movement parameters
PTD Variation
Expanded mode management with contextual user interface and machine learning-assisted parameter suggestion
Obviousness Reasoning
Known technique of incorporating adaptive interface technologies to improve human-machine interaction in control systems
Source Patent Element
Curved movement path storage and inching operation for working tool positioning
PTD Variation
Dynamic path generation with real-time environmental adaptation and collision prediction
Obviousness Reasoning
Logical extension of existing path planning techniques using standard computational approaches in robotics
Source Patent Element
Manual manipulation of robot position and orientation through input device
PTD Variation
Multi-modal input system integrating gesture recognition, haptic feedback, and force sensing
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable combination of known input modalities to enhance user interaction with robotic systems
Source Patent Element
Robot controller with configurable movement parameters
PTD Variation
Modular control architecture supporting plug-and-play tool configuration and automated calibration
Obviousness Reasoning
Standard engineering approach to creating flexible, extensible robotic control platforms using well-understood design principles
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on a comprehensive analysis of US Patent 11858130 and the disclosed technical variations, a person having ordinary skill in the art would find the presented synergistic combinations obvious and predictable extensions of existing robotic control methodologies. The incremental technical improvements represent standard engineering approaches that would be readily conceived by a skilled practitioner without requiring inventive insight beyond the ordinary level of skill in the robotics control art.

Original Patent Information

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