Published Technical Disclosure Archive

Enhanced Synergistic Combinations Technical Implementation

Publication ID: 24-11858282_0008_PTD
Published: October 29, 2025
Category:Synergistic Combinations

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Enhanced Synergistic Combinations Technical Implementation,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11858282_0008_PTD, Published October 29, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11858282_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. 11,858,282.

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 B41J3/4073
B B41 B41F17/36

Field of Art

Printing and marking systems for tablet-shaped articles, involving precision material handling, alignment, and marking technologies with expertise in mechanical engineering, printing mechanisms, and manufacturing process design

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A mechanical engineer with 3-5 years experience in manufacturing automation, precision material handling systems, and printing technologies, familiar with pharmaceutical and confectionery production equipment design

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the PTD's synergistic combinations represent predictable technical extensions of the source patent's core tablet marking system architecture. The disclosed variations leverage known design optimization techniques within a well-understood technological domain. The improvements represent incremental advancements that would be apparent to someone skilled in precision material handling and printing technologies.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Hopper with article aligner using bottom and side panels to orient tablet-shaped articles
PTD Variation
Enhanced alignment mechanism with dynamic sensing and adaptive positioning capabilities
Obviousness Reasoning
Implementing sensor-based alignment is a known technique for improving precision in material handling systems, representing a predictable technological improvement
Source Patent Element
Rotary wheel conveyor with removable outer wheel portions
PTD Variation
Modular conveyor design with integrated pressure compensation and dynamic load balancing
Obviousness Reasoning
Extending conveyor functionality through modular design and load management represents a standard engineering approach to system optimization
Source Patent Element
Pocket configuration for holding tablet-shaped articles
PTD Variation
Advanced pocket geometry with multi-axis positioning and adaptive sizing capabilities
Obviousness Reasoning
Refining pocket design to accommodate variable article dimensions is a routine design choice within precision manufacturing technologies
Source Patent Element
Pressure port integration with conveyor pockets
PTD Variation
Intelligent pressure management system with real-time feedback and dynamic adjustment
Obviousness Reasoning
Implementing closed-loop control systems represents a standard engineering approach to improving manufacturing precision and consistency
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on US Patent 11858282's comprehensive disclosure of tablet marking systems, the present technical publication demonstrates that the claimed variations would have been obvious to a person having ordinary skill in the art at the time of invention. The disclosed synergistic combinations represent predictable technological extensions utilizing known techniques in precision material handling and manufacturing automation, thereby rendering subsequent claims involving similar technical approaches unpatentable under 35 U.S.C. Section 103.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,858,282
TitleSystems and methods for marking tablet-shaped articles
Assignee(s)MARS, INCORPORATED