Published Technical Disclosure Archive

Enhanced Synergistic Combinations Technical Implementation

Publication ID: 24-11858280_0003_PTD
Published: October 29, 2025
Category:Synergistic Combinations

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Enhanced Synergistic Combinations Technical Implementation,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11858280_0003_PTD, Published October 29, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11858280_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. 11,858,280.

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 B41 B41J29/38
G G06 G06F3/12
G G06 G06Q30/06
H H04 H04N1/34

Field of Art

Printing systems, digital ordering technologies, and consumable management interfaces with expertise in automated supply replenishment, network-connected device management, and service subscription systems

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A technical professional with advanced knowledge in printing technologies, software engineering, and subscription-based service delivery systems, typically holding a bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or related technical disciplines

Obviousness Rationale

A person skilled in the art would recognize that the Published Technical Disclosure represents predictable variations and extensions of the source patent's core technical framework for consumable ordering and management. The PTD's synergistic combinations approach naturally builds upon the existing patent's foundational concepts of automated delivery determination and service subscription models. These variations represent standard engineering design choices that would be apparent to a skilled practitioner seeking incremental improvements in printing apparatus and ordering systems.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Delivery determination apparatus for consumable ordering based on contract parameters
PTD Variation
Enhanced synergistic combinations system with expanded contract management and ordering logic
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable extension of existing automated ordering techniques using known software design patterns and subscription management principles
Source Patent Element
Printing apparatus with consumable tracking and automatic ordering capabilities
PTD Variation
Improved technical implementation of consumable management with more granular tracking and proactive ordering mechanisms
Obviousness Reasoning
Routine engineering optimization using well-established techniques for improving device monitoring and supply chain management
Source Patent Element
Contract-based consumable delivery system with remaining quantity tracking
PTD Variation
Advanced technical solution integrating multiple data sources for more sophisticated ordering decision-making
Obviousness Reasoning
Obvious combination of known technical elements using standard software integration and algorithmic enhancement techniques
Source Patent Element
Flat-rate service model for periodic consumable provision
PTD Variation
Extended subscription management system with more flexible ordering and delivery configurations
Obviousness Reasoning
Logical progression of existing subscription technologies using recognized design approaches in service delivery platforms
Source Patent Element
Automated request generation for consumable delivery
PTD Variation
Enhanced communication and ordering protocols with expanded notification and verification mechanisms
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable software engineering improvement utilizing standard communication and verification techniques
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on a comprehensive analysis of US Patent 11858280 and the corresponding Published Technical Disclosure, a person having ordinary skill in the art would find the claimed variations obvious and anticipated, as the technical modifications represent routine engineering design choices that would be apparent to a skilled practitioner without requiring undue experimentation or non-obvious innovation.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,858,280
TitlePrinting apparatus with consumable related ordering, ordering system, and control method
Assignee(s)CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA