Enhanced New Applications & Use Cases Technical Implementation
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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 | B60 | B60H1/242 |
| B | B60 | B60R1/04 |
| B | B60 | B60R1/12 |
| B | B60 | B60W60/001 |
| B | B60 | B60R2001/1223 |
| B | B60 | B60R2300/301 |
| B | B60 | B60W2420/42 |
| B | B60 | B60W2420/52 |
| B | B60 | B60W2422/00 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Automotive systems engineering, specifically autonomous vehicle sensor integration and mounting configurations, focusing on external world information acquisition devices for automated mobility platforms
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A mechanical engineer with expertise in automotive sensor systems, vehicle design, aerodynamics, and sensor placement strategies, familiar with autonomous vehicle sensor integration techniques
Obviousness Rationale
A person skilled in the art would recognize that the PTD's disclosed variations represent predictable extensions of the source patent's core technical framework for sensor mounting and positioning. The proposed enhancements leverage known design principles in automotive sensor integration, applying standard engineering problem-solving approaches to optimize sensor placement and functionality. These variations demonstrate standard iterative design methodologies common in automotive sensor system development.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,858,314 |
|---|---|
| Title | Moving body |
| Assignee(s) | Honda Motor Co., Ltd. |