Enhanced New Applications & Use Cases Technical Implementation

Publication ID: 24-11858463_0002_PTD

Published: October 30, 2025

Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Enhanced New Applications & Use Cases Technical Implementation,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11858463_0002_PTD, Published October 30, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11858463_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. 11,858,463.

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	B60R5/02
E	E05	E05C3/008
E	E05	E05C3/14
E	E05	E05D7/121
E	E05	E05D11/084
E	E05	E05F1/02
B	B62	B62D25/10
E	E05	E05D2007/128
E	E05	E05D2011/085
E	E05	E05Y2201/22
E	E05	E05Y2800/40
E	E05	E05Y2800/676
E	E05	E05Y2900/53

Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)

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Field of Art

Automotive storage systems and vehicle component integration, specifically focusing on under-hood storage compartments, locking mechanisms, and vehicle interior design with expertise in mechanical engineering, automotive design, and component integration

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A mechanical engineer with 5-7 years experience in automotive design, familiar with vehicle storage solutions, mechanical locking mechanisms, and modular component design, capable of understanding complex mechanical interactions and applying design principles across different vehicle platforms

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the PTD represents predictable variations on the source patent's fundamental storage compartment design, utilizing known mechanical engineering techniques to extend the original concept into new application contexts. The disclosed variations demonstrate standard design evolution strategies that would be apparent to a skilled practitioner seeking to adapt the original storage compartment approach to alternative use cases. The technical modifications represent incremental improvements using standard design adaptation methodologies within automotive component engineering.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element

Trough-like container positioned underneath vehicle hood element

PTD Variation

Extending container design to accommodate different vehicle types and storage requirements

Obviousness Reasoning

Predictable design adaptation using known modular engineering principles, representing a routine mechanical design optimization

Source Patent Element

Spring-pretensioned lever locking mechanism

PTD Variation

Implementing alternative locking geometries maintaining core mechanical engagement principles

Obviousness Reasoning

Known technique for mechanical locking systems with finite design variations that would be obvious to a skilled engineer

Source Patent Element

Hood-integrated storage compartment

PTD Variation

Expanding storage compartment configuration to different vehicle architectural layouts

Obviousness Reasoning

Routine engineering adaptation applying established design principles across multiple vehicle platform configurations

Source Patent Element

Releasable cover mechanism

PTD Variation

Introducing alternative actuation and release methods maintaining core functional requirements

Obviousness Reasoning

Predictable design variation using known mechanical engineering techniques for component interaction

Source Patent Element

Vehicle storage system with integrated locking

PTD Variation

Implementing enhanced security and accessibility features using standard mechanical design approaches

Obviousness Reasoning

Obvious extension of existing mechanical principles using known techniques for improving component functionality

35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Pursuant to 35 U.S.C. § 103, the technical variations disclosed herein would have been obvious to a person having ordinary skill in the art at the time of invention, as they represent predictable design extensions of US Patent 11858463, employing standard mechanical engineering techniques to adapt the original storage compartment concept to alternative implementation contexts without introducing novel inventive characteristics.

Original Patent Information

Patent Number	US 11,858,463
Title	Sealed stowage compartment for a motor vehicle, and motor vehicle having such a stowage compartment
Assignee(s)	AUDI AG