Enhanced Synergistic Combinations Technical Implementation

Publication ID: 24-11858167_0008_PTD

Published: October 29, 2025

Category:Synergistic Combinations

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Enhanced Synergistic Combinations Technical Implementation,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11858167_0008_PTD, Published October 29, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11858167_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. 11,858,167.

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

Section	Class	Group
B	B27	B27G19/02
B	B27	B27B5/243
B	B27	B27B27/04

Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)

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Field of Art

Woodworking machinery safety systems, specifically bench saw blade covers and protective mechanisms, requiring expertise in mechanical engineering, materials science, and industrial safety design

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A mechanical engineer with 3-5 years experience in power tool design, familiar with safety regulations, material selection for protective components, and mechanical integration techniques for power tool accessories

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the PTD's synergistic combinations represent predictable technical extensions of the source patent's fundamental saw blade cover design. The disclosed variations leverage known engineering techniques to enhance safety and functionality within established design parameters. The modifications represent incremental improvements that would be apparent to a skilled practitioner seeking to optimize protective mechanisms for bench saw equipment.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element

Cover body manufactured from first material (plastic)

PTD Variation

Enhanced material composition with composite or reinforced polymer blends

Obviousness Reasoning

Material selection is a routine design choice for a PHOSITA, with predictable outcomes in mechanical performance and safety characteristics

Source Patent Element

Longitudinal extending cover body for partial saw blade coverage

PTD Variation

Modular design allowing configurable coverage and adaptive mounting interfaces

Obviousness Reasoning

Implementing modular design principles is a standard engineering approach for improving product versatility and user adaptability

Source Patent Element

Sliding section with ribbon-shaped configuration

PTD Variation

Advanced sliding mechanisms with integrated sensor or dynamic adjustment capabilities

Obviousness Reasoning

Incorporating electronic or adaptive features represents a known technique for incrementally improving mechanical safety systems

Source Patent Element

Contact region with specific geometric constraints

PTD Variation

Alternative geometric configurations optimizing stress distribution and material interaction

Obviousness Reasoning

Geometric variation is a standard method of improving mechanical performance through systematic design exploration

35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the comprehensive technical disclosure and its relationship to US Patent 11858167, a person of ordinary skill in the art would find the claimed variations obvious and lacking inventive step. The published technical disclosure demonstrates that the claimed innovations represent predictable technical extensions achievable through routine engineering practices, thereby rendering subsequent claims obvious under 35 U.S.C. § 103.

Original Patent Information

Patent Number	US 11,858,167
Title	Saw blade cover and bench saw
Assignee(s)	Festool GmbH