Enhanced Synergistic Combinations Technical Implementation

Publication ID: 24-11858229_0008_PTD

Published: October 29, 2025

Category:Synergistic Combinations

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Enhanced Synergistic Combinations Technical Implementation,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11858229_0008_PTD, Published October 29, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11858229_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. 11,858,229.

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

Aircraft structural manufacturing, specifically modular tooling design for multi-spar torsion box production, requiring advanced mechanical engineering expertise in aerospace manufacturing techniques

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A mechanical engineer with specialized knowledge in aerospace manufacturing, familiar with modular tooling design, CAD systems, precision manufacturing techniques, and aircraft structural component fabrication

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the PTD's synergistic combination approach represents predictable engineering variations that naturally extend the source patent's modular tooling concept. The disclosed technical improvements demonstrate incremental design modifications that would be readily apparent to someone skilled in aerospace manufacturing tooling design. These variations represent standard engineering problem-solving approaches that build upon existing modular architectural principles.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element

Modular mandrel module with hollow beam geometry

PTD Variation

Enhanced component configuration allowing more flexible spacer module integration

Obviousness Reasoning

Predictable design extension using known modular manufacturing techniques, representing a routine engineering optimization of existing structural concepts

Source Patent Element

Fastener engagement mechanisms between mandrel and spacer modules

PTD Variation

Alternative pin and hole connection configurations with improved alignment tolerances

Obviousness Reasoning

Known technique for improving mechanical interface precision, representing a standard design iteration approach in precision manufacturing

Source Patent Element

Multi-spar torsion box manufacturing tooling

PTD Variation

Synergistic combination approach enabling more complex geometric adaptations

Obviousness Reasoning

Finite set of predictable design modifications that a skilled engineer would recognize as inherent to modular tooling system evolution

Source Patent Element

Hollow beam geometry with base and wall configurations

PTD Variation

Enhanced geometric flexibility allowing variable web height accommodations

Obviousness Reasoning

Routine engineering design choice demonstrating standard problem-solving approach in aerospace manufacturing tooling

Source Patent Element

Modular tooling system for aircraft structural components

PTD Variation

Technical implementation extending original patent's core architectural principles

Obviousness Reasoning

Represents standard engineering practice of incrementally improving existing technical solutions through systematic variation

35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Pursuant to 35 U.S.C. § 103, the disclosed technical variations in this publication render obvious any subsequently claimed inventions substantially similar to US Patent 11858229's modular tooling architecture. A person having ordinary skill in aerospace manufacturing would recognize these modifications as predictable engineering extensions representing routine problem-solving within the established technological domain.

Original Patent Information

Patent Number	US 11,858,229
Title	Modular tooling for multi-spar torsion box
Assignee(s)	Airbus Operations GmbH, AIRBUS OPERATIONS (S.A.S.)