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Enhanced New Applications & Use Cases Technical Implementation

Publication ID: 24-11858341_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. 24-11858341_0002_PTD, Published October 29, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11858341_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. 11,858,341.

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 B60K15/077
F F16 F16K31/22
B B60 B60K2015/03236
B B60 B60K2015/03256
B B60 B60K2015/03328

Field of Art

Automotive fuel systems, specifically fuel tank overflow prevention mechanisms, involving mechanical valve and float systems with precision fluid control components

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

Mechanical engineer with expertise in automotive fluid systems, familiar with fuel tank safety mechanisms, valve design, and fluid flow control techniques, typically holding a bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical engineering with 3-5 years of industry experience

Obviousness Rationale

A person skilled in the art would recognize that the PTD's disclosed variations represent predictable engineering extensions of the source patent's core fuel overflow prevention technology. The fundamental mechanical principles of valve positioning, fluid redirection, and safety mechanisms remain consistent across the disclosed implementations. A PHOSITA would understand that modifying component geometries, interaction methods, and application contexts represents standard design iteration within fuel system engineering.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Valve body with multiple windows and a float mechanism for controlling fuel flow
PTD Variation
Enhanced valve body with additional geometric configurations enabling more precise fluid routing and multi-directional flow control
Obviousness Reasoning
Modifying valve body geometries to improve fluid dynamics represents a known technique with predictable results in fluid control systems
Source Patent Element
Shielding unit that can selectively block fuel inlet holes
PTD Variation
Adaptive shielding mechanisms with variable positioning and dynamic flow path management
Obviousness Reasoning
Implementing configurable flow control represents an obvious design choice for improving system flexibility and safety
Source Patent Element
Housing configuration with latching members and guide grooves
PTD Variation
Expanded housing designs with enhanced mechanical coupling and modular integration capabilities
Obviousness Reasoning
Developing alternative mechanical attachment methods is a standard engineering approach for improving component interoperability
Source Patent Element
Vapor line connection mechanism
PTD Variation
Advanced vapor management systems with improved sealing and pressure regulation features
Obviousness Reasoning
Refining vapor control techniques represents a predictable evolution of existing fuel system technologies
Source Patent Element
Fuel overflow prevention apparatus
PTD Variation
Extended application of core mechanism to alternative automotive and industrial fluid management contexts
Obviousness Reasoning
Translating proven mechanical principles across related technical domains constitutes standard engineering problem-solving
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11858341, a person having ordinary skill in the art would find the technical variations disclosed herein to be obvious modifications of the prior art, rendering potential claims directed to such variations unpatentable under 35 U.S.C. ยง 103 due to the predictable application of known mechanical engineering principles to fuel system design challenges.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,858,341
TitleApparatus for preventing fuel overflow of a vehicle fuel tank
Assignee(s)HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY, KIA CORPORATION