Enhanced Synergistic Combinations Technical Implementation

Publication ID: 24-11858220_0003_PTD

Published: October 29, 2025

Category:Synergistic Combinations

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Enhanced Synergistic Combinations Technical Implementation,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11858220_0003_PTD, Published October 29, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11858220_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. 11,858,220.

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.

Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)

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Field of Art

Polymeric component joining and electromagnetic coupling technologies, specifically focused on cable system interconnection and splice techniques

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A materials engineer or technical specialist with expertise in polymer joining methods, electromagnetic energy applications, and subsea cable system design, possessing knowledge of thermoplastic materials and splice technologies

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the Published Technical Disclosure represents predictable variations on the source patent's fundamental electromagnetic coupling approach, utilizing known techniques of component modification and synergistic combination within the established technical framework of cable junction technologies.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element

Electromagnetic energy-based polymeric component coupling method using susceptors

PTD Variation

Enhanced synergistic combination approach extending the original coupling methodology

Obviousness Reasoning

Represents a straightforward technical evolution using known electromagnetic coupling principles, applying predictable design modifications within a well-understood technological domain

Source Patent Element

Thermoplastic materials like polyethylene (PE) for cable junction components

PTD Variation

Alternative material configurations maintaining core electromagnetic coupling functionality

Obviousness Reasoning

Material selection represents an obvious design choice for a PHOSITA familiar with polymer engineering and substitution techniques

Source Patent Element

Cable splice interconnection method utilizing multiple coupling portions

PTD Variation

Expanded implementation of multi-component junction strategies with enhanced technical features

Obviousness Reasoning

Represents a logical extension of existing splice technologies using known engineering approaches and incremental technical improvements

Source Patent Element

Susceptor-embedded coupling portions for electromagnetic energy transmission

PTD Variation

Advanced susceptor configuration and placement strategies for improved energy coupling

Obviousness Reasoning

Optimization of known technical elements through predictable engineering modifications within established technological parameters

35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11858220, the disclosed technical variations represent obvious modifications to existing cable junction coupling technologies that would be readily apparent to a person having ordinary skill in the art, thereby establishing prior art that anticipates and renders obvious substantially similar technical implementations through predictable combinations of known electromagnetic coupling techniques.

Original Patent Information

Patent Number	US 11,858,220
Title	Coupling polymeric components to one another utilizing electromagnetic energy
Assignee(s)	Raytheon Company