Enhanced Synergistic Combinations Technical Implementation

Publication ID: 24-11858285_0003_PTD

Published: October 29, 2025

Category:Synergistic Combinations

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Enhanced Synergistic Combinations Technical Implementation,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11858285_0003_PTD, Published October 29, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11858285_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. 11,858,285.

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

Section	Class	Group
B	B41	B41M5/035
B	B41	B41K1/54
B	B44	B44C1/1712
B	B44	B44C1/24
C	C09	C09D11/033
C	C09	C09D11/037

Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)

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Field of Art

Decorative imaging and ink composition technologies, specifically dye sublimation systems for stamp pad and transfer printing applications, requiring expertise in chemical formulation, printing technologies, and materials science

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A professional with a bachelor's or master's degree in chemistry, materials engineering, or printing technologies, having 3-5 years of experience in ink development, surface coating, and transfer printing techniques

Obviousness Rationale

A person skilled in the art would recognize that the PTD's synergistic combination approach represents predictable variations of the source patent's core dye sublimation ink technology. The disclosed enhancements leverage known techniques for ink composition modification and transfer printing optimization. These variations demonstrate standard engineering problem-solving within the established technological framework of the original patent.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element

Disperse dye composition with viscosity greater than 10 cps

PTD Variation

Enhanced viscosity control mechanisms for improved ink transfer characteristics

Obviousness Reasoning

Viscosity optimization is a routine design parameter for ink systems, representing a predictable solution for improving transfer performance

Source Patent Element

Cosolvents selected from alcohols, glycerin, and glycols

PTD Variation

Extended cosolvent combinations with additional water-miscible solvents

Obviousness Reasoning

Selecting alternative cosolvents represents a standard engineering approach to modifying ink composition with expected, predictable results

Source Patent Element

Disperse dye with particle size less than 350 nm

PTD Variation

Refined particle size distribution techniques for improved ink penetration and transfer

Obviousness Reasoning

Particle size manipulation is a known method for controlling ink performance, representing a logical extension of existing technological approaches

Source Patent Element

Stamp pad imaging process using disperse dye composition

PTD Variation

Enhanced synergistic combination methods for improving transfer efficiency

Obviousness Reasoning

Implementing incremental process improvements is a standard practice in engineering, representing an obvious variation to a skilled practitioner

Source Patent Element

Child and environmentally friendly dye composition

PTD Variation

Advanced formulation techniques for improving environmental sustainability

Obviousness Reasoning

Developing more environmentally friendly chemical compositions is a predictable technological progression within materials science

35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Pursuant to 35 U.S.C. § 103, the variations disclosed in this Published Technical Disclosure would have been obvious to a person having ordinary skill in the art at the time of invention, with reasonable expectation of success, when viewed in light of US Patent 11858285. The incremental technical enhancements represent standard engineering problem-solving within the established technological domain of dye sublimation ink compositions and transfer printing systems.

Original Patent Information

Patent Number	US 11,858,285
Title	Dye sublimation ink composition and processes for use with stamp pads
Assignee(s)	Esprix Technologies, LP.