Enhanced Synergistic Combinations Technical Implementation

Publication ID: 24-11858237_0003_PTD

Published: October 29, 2025

Category:Synergistic Combinations

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Enhanced Synergistic Combinations Technical Implementation,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11858237_0003_PTD, Published October 29, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11858237_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. 11,858,237.

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

Vehicle glazing and optical signaling systems, specifically involving external luminous signaling technologies for automotive applications. Requires expertise in optical engineering, materials science, automotive design, and light transmission technologies

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A skilled engineer with advanced degrees in optical engineering or automotive design, familiar with vehicle signaling technologies, light transmission principles, and materials integration techniques for automotive glazing systems

Obviousness Rationale

The published technical disclosure represents predictable variations and extensions of the source patent's core luminous signaling glazing technology. A person skilled in the art would recognize that the synergistic combinations approach naturally builds upon the foundational optical and signaling principles established in the original patent. The technical improvements represent incremental advancements that would be apparent to someone with ordinary skill in automotive optical signaling technologies.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element

External luminous signaling vehicle glazing with asymmetric optical components

PTD Variation

Enhanced synergistic combinations implementing modified optical transmission techniques

Obviousness Reasoning

Known technique of modifying optical transmission parameters through predictable material and geometric variations, representing a standard design optimization approach in optical engineering

Source Patent Element

Light source positioned on secondary glazing surface

PTD Variation

Alternative light source positioning and collimation strategies

Obviousness Reasoning

Routine engineering design choice involving well-understood optical signal redirection principles, demonstrating predictable results within established technological frameworks

Source Patent Element

Transparent glazing with integrated signaling capabilities

PTD Variation

Extended implementation of multi-functional glazing with enhanced signal generation mechanisms

Obviousness Reasoning

Logical progression of existing technological concepts, utilizing known optical engineering techniques to expand signaling functionality

Source Patent Element

Mineral or organic glass substrate with edge face configuration

PTD Variation

Modified substrate materials and geometric configurations for improved signal transmission

Obviousness Reasoning

Finite set of material and geometric variations that would be obvious to a skilled practitioner seeking performance improvements

Source Patent Element

Color-specific light emission for different vehicle window types

PTD Variation

Extended color modulation and symbolism generation techniques

Obviousness Reasoning

Predictable extension of existing signaling principles, representing standard design optimization within automotive optical signaling technologies

35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Pursuant to 35 U.S.C. § 103, the variations disclosed herein would have been obvious to a person having ordinary skill in the art at the time of invention, as they represent predictable extensions of the foundational teachings in US Patent 11858237, involving routine engineering design choices and incremental technological improvements within the established framework of external luminous signaling vehicle glazing technologies.

Original Patent Information

Patent Number	US 11,858,237
Title	External luminous signaling vehicle glazing, vehicle incorporating same and manufacture
Assignee(s)	SAINT-GOBAIN GLASS FRANCE