Enhanced Synergistic Combinations Technical Implementation

Publication ID: 24-11858185_0008_PTD
Published: October 29, 2025
Category:Synergistic Combinations

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Enhanced Synergistic Combinations Technical Implementation,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11858185_0008_PTD, Published October 29, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11858185_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. 11,858,185.

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 B29 B29C45/1761
B B22 B22D17/22
B B22 B22D17/26
B B22 B22D17/263
B B29 B29C33/20
B B29 B29C45/1744
B B29 B29C45/661
B B29 B29C2045/662

Field of Art

Molding apparatus and opening/closing mechanisms, specifically injection molding and die-casting machine technologies, involving mechanical design of platens, mold mounting systems, and precision manufacturing equipment

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A mechanical engineer with expertise in manufacturing equipment design, familiar with injection molding and die-casting technologies, possessing advanced knowledge of mechanical interfaces, material compatibility, and precision mechanical system integration

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the PTD's synergistic combinations represent predictable technical extensions of the source patent's fundamental molding apparatus architecture. The disclosed variations leverage known mechanical design principles and standard engineering problem-solving approaches to enhance existing opening/closing apparatus functionality. The technical improvements represent incremental advancements that would be readily conceived by a skilled practitioner seeking to optimize molding equipment performance.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Movable platen with mold clamping platen and projecting portion
PTD Variation
Enhanced platen configuration with modular mounting interfaces and improved mechanical alignment mechanisms
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable design optimization using known mechanical interface techniques and standard precision alignment methods
Source Patent Element
Mold mounting platen attached to projecting portion
PTD Variation
Expanded mounting configuration with additional mechanical coupling points and adaptive alignment features
Obviousness Reasoning
Routine engineering design variation using known mechanical attachment techniques and standard modular design principles
Source Patent Element
Opening/closing apparatus for injection molding machines
PTD Variation
Synergistic combination approach introducing enhanced component integration and performance optimization strategies
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable technical extension using standard engineering problem-solving approaches and known performance enhancement techniques
Source Patent Element
Mold clamping platen construction
PTD Variation
Alternative material configurations and structural reinforcement approaches
Obviousness Reasoning
Obvious design choice utilizing known material science principles and standard mechanical engineering optimization strategies
Source Patent Element
Molding apparatus mechanical interfaces
PTD Variation
Advanced mechanical coupling mechanisms with improved precision and adaptability
Obviousness Reasoning
Routine engineering optimization using known precision manufacturing techniques and standard mechanical interface design principles
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 11858185 in combination with standard mechanical engineering design principles. The disclosed synergistic combinations represent predictable technical extensions that do not rise to the level of non-obvious innovation.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,858,185
TitleOpening/closing apparatus and molding apparatus comprising the same
Assignee(s)Shibaura Machine Co., Ltd.