Enhanced Synergistic Combinations Technical Implementation

Publication ID: 24-11858327_0003_PTD

Published: October 29, 2025

Category:Synergistic Combinations

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Enhanced Synergistic Combinations Technical Implementation,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11858327_0003_PTD, Published October 29, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11858327_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. 11,858,327.

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	B60	B60K1/00
B	B60	B60K17/165
B	B60	B60L15/20
F	F16	F16H57/037
H	H02	H02K7/116
B	B60	B60K2001/001
B	B60	B60Y2400/61
F	F16	F16H2057/02034
F	F16	F16H2057/02052

Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)

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Field of Art

Automotive electromechanical drive systems, specifically vehicle powertrain configurations involving rotary electric machines, transmission mechanisms, and integrated electrical-mechanical components

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

An engineer with expertise in automotive electrical systems, mechanical power transmission, and electric vehicle drivetrain design, possessing advanced mechanical engineering and electrical engineering skills with knowledge of component integration and system optimization

Obviousness Rationale

A person having ordinary skill would recognize that the PTD's synergistic combinations represent predictable technical extensions of the source patent's fundamental drivetrain architecture. The disclosed variations leverage known design principles and standard engineering approaches to enhance component integration and functional optimization. These modifications represent incremental improvements that would be apparent to a skilled practitioner familiar with electric vehicle powertrain design and component interaction strategies.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element

Rotary electric machine disposed on first axis with transmission mechanism

PTD Variation

Enhanced component positioning and integrated bus bar configurations

Obviousness Reasoning

Predictable design optimization using known spatial arrangement techniques and electrical integration strategies

Source Patent Element

Differential gear mechanism on separate parallel axis

PTD Variation

Modified gear mechanism with improved thermal management and compact packaging

Obviousness Reasoning

Finite design solutions using standard mechanical engineering principles for component optimization

Source Patent Element

Terminal block and bus bar arrangement

PTD Variation

Advanced electrical connection strategies with improved signal routing and mechanical interface

Obviousness Reasoning

Known electrical engineering techniques for enhancing component interconnectivity and system performance

Source Patent Element

Transmission of drive force between rotary electric machine and output member

PTD Variation

Synergistic power transmission approaches with enhanced efficiency and reduced mechanical losses

Obviousness Reasoning

Predictable engineering improvements using established power transfer methodologies

Source Patent Element

Housing chamber configuration

PTD Variation

Optimized spatial arrangement with improved thermal dissipation and component accessibility

Obviousness Reasoning

Standard design iteration approach using known mechanical packaging techniques

35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11858327 and the comprehensive technical disclosure herein, a person having ordinary skill in the art would find the claimed variations obvious and anticipated, representing standard engineering design choices within the established technological domain of vehicle electromechanical drive systems. The disclosed technical solutions demonstrate predictable combinations of known elements producing expected results within the relevant field of automotive powertrain design.

Original Patent Information

Patent Number	US 11,858,327
Title	Vehicle drive device
Assignee(s)	AISIN CORPORATION