Published Technical Disclosure Archive

Enhanced Synergistic Combinations Technical Implementation

Publication ID: 24-11858135_0003_PTD
Published: October 29, 2025
Category:Synergistic Combinations

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Enhanced Synergistic Combinations Technical Implementation,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11858135_0003_PTD, Published October 29, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11858135_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. 11,858,135.

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 B25J9/104
B B25 B25J9/0009
B B25 B25J9/042
B B25 B25J9/102
B B25 B25J17/00

Field of Art

Robotics and Mechanical Engineering, specifically focusing on robotic arm design, joint mechanisms, and modular robotic system architectures with emphasis on SCARA (Selective Compliance Assembly Robot Arm) configurations

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A mechanical engineer with expertise in robotic system design, familiar with modular robotic architectures, joint mechanisms, and systematic approach to mechanical component optimization and integration

Obviousness Rationale

A skilled practitioner would recognize that the PTD's synergistic combination enhancements represent predictable variations of the source patent's fundamental robotic design principles. The disclosed technical improvements leverage known mechanical engineering techniques to extend the original patent's core functionality. These variations demonstrate incremental advancements that would be apparent to someone with ordinary skill in robotic system design.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Housing structure with first and second walls separated by a defined distance
PTD Variation
Enhanced housing configuration with modified wall geometries to improve structural rigidity and component integration
Obviousness Reasoning
Modifying wall geometries represents a standard design optimization technique that would be obvious to a PHOSITA seeking improved mechanical performance
Source Patent Element
Rotational joint mechanism between first and second robotic members
PTD Variation
Implementing alternative joint connection strategies with improved load distribution and reduced mechanical stress
Obviousness Reasoning
Exploring alternative joint configurations is a predictable design iteration for improving robotic system performance and reliability
Source Patent Element
Internal space defined by first and second walls with external opening
PTD Variation
Introducing modular internal space configurations that enable more flexible component placement and thermal management
Obviousness Reasoning
Reconfiguring internal mechanical spaces represents a known technique for enhancing system adaptability and performance
Source Patent Element
Fastening mechanisms connecting robotic components
PTD Variation
Advanced fastening approaches utilizing alternative material compositions and geometric interfaces
Obviousness Reasoning
Exploring alternative fastening techniques is a standard engineering approach for improving mechanical connection reliability
Source Patent Element
Protrusion design connecting primary robotic structural elements
PTD Variation
Enhanced protrusion geometries optimized for improved load transfer and reduced mechanical stress concentrations
Obviousness Reasoning
Geometric optimization of structural protrusions represents a predictable engineering approach for improving mechanical performance
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11858135 and the disclosed technical variations, a person having ordinary skill in the art would find the claimed synergistic combination enhancements to be obvious and lacking inventive merit. The presented technical disclosure demonstrates that the claimed variations represent predictable extensions of existing robotic system design principles, thereby rendering such claims obvious under 35 U.S.C. Section 103.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,858,135
TitleRobot, method of assembling robot, and robot system
Assignee(s)Seiko Epson Corporation