Enhanced Direct Improvements & Enhancements Technical Implementation

Publication ID: 24-11858135_0006_PTD

Published: October 29, 2025

Category:Direct Improvements & Enhancements

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Enhanced Direct Improvements & Enhancements Technical Implementation,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11858135_0006_PTD, Published October 29, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11858135_0006_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 direct improvements & enhancements that builds upon the source patent's technical foundation.

Background and Problem Solved

The source patent addresses core functionality, but direct improvements & enhancements presents opportunities for technical enhancement and expansion.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

A comprehensive technical system that implements direct improvements & enhancements 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 direct improvements & enhancements 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 direct improvements & enhancements enhancements.

CPC Classifications

Section	Class	Group
B	B25	B25J9/104
B	B25	B25J9/0009
B	B25	B25J9/042
B	B25	B25J9/102
B	B25	B25J17/00

Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)

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Field of Art

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

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A mechanical engineer with advanced degree and 3-5 years experience in robotic design, familiar with modular robotic system architectures, mechanical joint mechanisms, and industrial automation technologies

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize the PTD's disclosed improvements as straightforward extensions of the source patent's fundamental robotic design principles. The variations represent predictable technical adaptations that leverage known mechanical engineering techniques to enhance robotic system functionality. These modifications would be considered routine design optimization within the standard problem-solving approach of robotic system development.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element

Housing structure with first and second walls separated by a defined distance

PTD Variation

Enhanced housing geometry with modular interface points and integrated structural reinforcement

Obviousness Reasoning

Predictable structural modification using known mechanical design principles to improve load distribution and mechanical stability

Source Patent Element

Rotational joint mechanism between first and second robotic members

PTD Variation

Advanced joint configuration with improved tolerancing and reduced friction interfaces

Obviousness Reasoning

Routine engineering optimization using standard tribological and mechanical design techniques

Source Patent Element

Internal space defined by first and second walls with external opening

PTD Variation

Expanded internal cavity design with integrated cable management and sensor mounting points

Obviousness Reasoning

Obvious design extension applying standard mechanical packaging techniques to improve system functionality

Source Patent Element

Fastening mechanism using support sections and flange connections

PTD Variation

Modular fastening approach with quick-release and alignment features

Obviousness Reasoning

Predictable mechanical design variation using known connection technologies in robotic system engineering

Source Patent Element

SCARA robot base configuration with rotational members

PTD Variation

Enhanced kinematic architecture with improved range of motion and precision tracking

Obviousness Reasoning

Standard performance optimization approach using well-understood robotic system design principles

35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Pursuant to 35 U.S.C. § 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 11858135 in combination with standard mechanical engineering design practices. The disclosed improvements represent routine technological extensions that do not rise to the level of non-obvious innovation.

Original Patent Information

Patent Number	US 11,858,135
Title	Robot, method of assembling robot, and robot system
Assignee(s)	Seiko Epson Corporation