Enhanced Direct Improvements & Enhancements Technical Implementation
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
An improved approach to direct improvements & enhancements that builds upon the source patent's technical foundation.
Background and Problem Solved
The source patent addresses core functionality, but direct improvements & enhancements presents opportunities for technical enhancement and expansion.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
A comprehensive technical system that implements direct improvements & enhancements 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 direct improvements & enhancements 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 direct improvements & enhancements 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)
Field of Art
Automotive electromechanical drive systems, specifically vehicle powertrain configurations involving rotary electric machines, transmission mechanisms, and integrated electrical control systems
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
An engineer with expertise in automotive electrical engineering, mechanical design, and powertrain integration, holding at least a bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering with 3-5 years of experience in electric vehicle drivetrain design
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the PTD's disclosed improvements represent predictable variations on the source patent's fundamental drivetrain architecture. The technical modifications represent incremental enhancements that leverage known design principles and standard engineering problem-solving approaches within vehicle electromechanical system design. The variations maintain core structural and functional relationships established in the original patent while introducing modest technical refinements.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,858,327 |
|---|---|
| Title | Vehicle drive device |
| Assignee(s) | AISIN CORPORATION |