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Enhanced New Applications & Use Cases Technical Implementation

Publication ID: 24-11858320_0002_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. 24-11858320_0002_PTD, Published October 29, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11858320_0002_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. 11,858,320.

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

SectionClassGroup
B B60 B60J3/0217
B B60 B60J3/0282
B B60 B60R21/055

Field of Art

Automotive interior design and safety systems, specifically vehicle sunvisor assemblies with mechanical attachment and energy absorption mechanisms. Requires mechanical engineering expertise in automotive component design, understanding of structural mechanics, and vehicle safety integration

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A mechanical engineer with 3-5 years experience in automotive interior design, familiar with vehicle safety standards, mechanical attachment systems, and structural component design principles

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 mechanical sunvisor assembly concept. The technical improvements are consistent with standard design iteration practices in automotive interior components. The variations demonstrate incremental enhancements that would be apparent to a skilled practitioner seeking to optimize sunvisor functionality and adaptability.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
L-shaped shaft member with pivot mechanism for sunvisor attachment
PTD Variation
Enhanced attachment configurations with modified angular relationships and alternative mounting approaches
Obviousness Reasoning
Routine mechanical design optimization using known geometric transformation techniques that would be obvious to a PHOSITA seeking improved structural performance
Source Patent Element
Energy absorption structure integrated with sunvisor panel
PTD Variation
Alternative energy dissipation materials and geometrical configurations for improved impact resistance
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable material science and structural engineering approaches for enhancing safety component performance using known energy absorption principles
Source Patent Element
Pivot mechanism with offset axis design
PTD Variation
Extended range of motion and alternative kinematic configurations for improved user interaction
Obviousness Reasoning
Standard mechanical design practice of expanding functional envelope through incremental geometric modifications that would be apparent to a skilled practitioner
Source Patent Element
Sunvisor panel attachment to vehicle body structure
PTD Variation
Modular attachment systems with enhanced quick-release and adjustability features
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable design evolution using known mechanical coupling techniques to improve installation and maintenance flexibility
Source Patent Element
Basic sunvisor structural configuration
PTD Variation
Integrated electronic and sensing capabilities for advanced safety and user interaction
Obviousness Reasoning
Logical technological progression utilizing standard automotive integration techniques to add functionality to existing mechanical systems
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11858320, a person having ordinary skill in the art would find the technical variations disclosed herein to be obvious extensions of the prior art. The incremental improvements represent predictable design iterations that would be readily conceived by a skilled practitioner without requiring inventive insight, thus rendering potential derivative claims obvious under 35 U.S.C. Section 103.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,858,320
TitleVehicle sunvisor assembly
Assignee(s)Nissan North America, Inc.