Enhanced New Applications & Use Cases Technical Implementation

Publication ID: 24-11858262_0007_PTD

Published: October 29, 2025

Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Enhanced New Applications & Use Cases Technical Implementation,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11858262_0007_PTD, Published October 29, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11858262_0007_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. 11,858,262.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

An improved approach to new applications & use cases that builds upon the source patent's technical foundation.

Background and Problem Solved

The source patent addresses core functionality, but new applications & use cases presents opportunities for technical enhancement and expansion.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

A comprehensive technical system that implements new applications & use cases 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 new applications & use cases 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 new applications & use cases enhancements.

CPC Classifications

Section	Class	Group
B	B41	B41J2/02
B	B41	B41J2/14
B	B41	B41J2/14161
B	B05	B05B7/0416
B	B41	B41J2202/02

Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)

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Field of Art

Fluid ejection and dispensing technologies, specifically focusing on precision fluid delivery systems including printing, micro-dispensing, and material transfer applications involving nozzle-based ejection mechanisms

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A mechanical engineer or technical specialist with expertise in fluid dynamics, precision manufacturing, microfluidic design, and experience with fluid ejection systems across printing, medical, and industrial domains. Possesses knowledge of material properties, fluid transfer mechanisms, and component design for controlled material dispensing

Obviousness Rationale

A person having ordinary skill would recognize that the published technical disclosure represents predictable variations and extensions of the source patent's fundamental fluid ejection architecture. The PTD introduces incremental technical improvements that leverage known design principles and standard engineering problem-solving approaches within fluid ejection technologies. These variations represent logical adaptations that would be apparent to a skilled practitioner seeking to optimize fluid delivery systems for new application contexts.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element

Rigid body with opposing surfaces and nozzle conduits for fluid ejection

PTD Variation

Enhanced nozzle geometry and surface modifications to improve fluid transfer characteristics

Obviousness Reasoning

Modifying nozzle design represents a routine design optimization that would be obvious to a PHOSITA seeking improved fluid flow performance

Source Patent Element

Resilient member for pressure-bearing contact and excess material removal

PTD Variation

Alternative resilient member configurations with enhanced material compatibility and dynamic pressure regulation

Obviousness Reasoning

Adapting resilient member designs to accommodate different material properties is a predictable engineering solution within fluid ejection systems

Source Patent Element

Ejectant supply device with movable components

PTD Variation

Expanded mechanical interfaces and dynamic positioning mechanisms for improved fluid delivery precision

Obviousness Reasoning

Implementing alternative mechanical coupling strategies represents a standard approach to solving fluid transfer challenges using known engineering techniques

Source Patent Element

Conduit-based fluid transfer mechanism

PTD Variation

Advanced conduit geometries and surface treatments to optimize fluid flow characteristics

Obviousness Reasoning

Exploring alternative conduit designs to improve fluid dynamics is a predictable extension of existing fluid ejection technologies

Source Patent Element

Cavity-based ejectant holding configuration

PTD Variation

Refined cavity structures with integrated flow control and material management features

Obviousness Reasoning

Enhancing cavity designs to improve fluid management represents a logical progression of known fluid ejection system design principles

35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Pursuant to 35 U.S.C. § 103, the published technical disclosure derived from US Patent 11858262 renders obvious various technical variations in fluid ejection systems by demonstrating that a person having ordinary skill in the art would find the claimed innovations predictable extensions of existing fluid transfer technologies, thereby establishing a prima facie case of obviousness through known design optimization techniques and standard engineering problem-solving approaches.

Original Patent Information

Patent Number	US 11,858,262
Title	Fluid ejector
Assignee(s)	ARCHIPELAGO TECHNOLOGY GROUP LTD