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Enhanced New Applications & Use Cases Technical Implementation

Publication ID: 24-11858131_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. 24-11858131_0007_PTD, Published October 29, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11858131_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. 11,858,131.

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

SectionClassGroup
B B25 B25J9/0081
B B25 B25J9/0009
B B25 B25J9/1687
H H01 H01L21/68
H H01 H01L21/68707
G G05 G05B2219/45031

Field of Art

Robotics and Industrial Automation, specifically robotic manipulation, positioning systems, and manufacturing process control with expertise in multi-joint robotic systems and object handling techniques

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A mechanical engineer with 5-7 years experience in industrial robotics, familiar with robotic hand design, positioning mechanisms, and manufacturing automation techniques, possessing advanced knowledge of robotic system integration and modular design principles

Obviousness Rationale

A person skilled in the art would recognize that the PTD's disclosed variations represent predictable extensions of the source patent's core robotic teaching methodology by applying standard engineering design approaches to enhance flexibility and application range. The technical solutions proposed are logical combinations of known robotic manipulation techniques that would be apparent to a skilled practitioner seeking to optimize industrial robot functionality. The variations demonstrate incremental improvements that leverage existing technological foundations rather than introducing fundamentally novel concepts.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Positioning member for determining conveyance object placement on robotic hand
PTD Variation
Enhanced positioning system with modular attachment mechanisms for multiple object geometries
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable variation using known mechanical design techniques to expand object handling capabilities through standard engineering design choices
Source Patent Element
Horizontal multi-joint industrial robot configuration
PTD Variation
Expanded robot configuration supporting diverse application scenarios with adaptable positioning strategies
Obviousness Reasoning
Logical extension of existing robotic system design principles using well-understood mechanical adaptation techniques
Source Patent Element
Object mounting approach for circular plate-shaped conveyance objects
PTD Variation
Generalized mounting system supporting multiple object geometries and sizes
Obviousness Reasoning
Routine engineering optimization using known geometric adaptation principles in robotic manipulation systems
Source Patent Element
Teaching method for industrial robot hand positioning
PTD Variation
Enhanced teaching methodology incorporating dynamic positioning algorithms
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable software and mechanical system enhancement using standard control system design approaches
Source Patent Element
Basic robotic hand positioning technique
PTD Variation
Advanced positioning system with integrated sensing and adaptive alignment capabilities
Obviousness Reasoning
Incremental technological improvement using known sensor integration and control techniques in robotics
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Pursuant to 35 U.S.C. ยง 103, the technical variations disclosed herein would have been obvious to a person having ordinary skill in the art at the time of invention, with reasonable expectation of success, when considering the teachings of US Patent 11858131 in combination with standard robotic engineering practices. The proposed technical solutions represent predictable variations that do not rise to the level of non-obvious innovation, thereby establishing effective prior art against potential future patent claims in this technological domain.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,858,131
TitleTeaching method for industrial robot
Assignee(s)NIDEC SANKYO CORPORATION