Enhanced Synergistic Combinations Technical Implementation

Publication ID: 24-11858466_0003_PTD

Published: October 30, 2025

Category:Synergistic Combinations

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Enhanced Synergistic Combinations Technical Implementation,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11858466_0003_PTD, Published October 30, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11858466_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. 11,858,466.

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	B60R7/043

Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)

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Field of Art

Automotive interior storage systems and cargo organization technologies, specifically focused on vehicle trunk shelf and cargo management solutions with expertise in mechanical design, vehicle interior configurations, and modular storage systems

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A mechanical engineer with 3-5 years experience in automotive interior design, familiar with vehicle storage solutions, CAD design, and modular component engineering, possessing knowledge of SUV and crossover vehicle interior configurations

Obviousness Rationale

A person skilled in the art would recognize that the published technical disclosure represents predictable variations and design extensions of the original trunk shelf system patent, utilizing standard engineering approaches to enhance modularity and functionality through incremental technical modifications that do not require inventive complexity.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element

Support structure with horizontal top bar and lateral vertical arms

PTD Variation

Enhanced support structure with modular attachment points and adjustable mounting configurations

Obviousness Reasoning

Predictable design modification using known mechanical engineering techniques for improving component flexibility and adaptability

Source Patent Element

Telescopically connected shelf components with continuous side rails

PTD Variation

Advanced telescopic mechanism with integrated load-bearing enhancements and precision alignment features

Obviousness Reasoning

Routine engineering optimization applying known mechanical principles to improve existing telescopic design

Source Patent Element

Repositionable shelf with movable leg supports

PTD Variation

Automated leg deployment mechanisms with electronic position sensing and adaptive support configurations

Obviousness Reasoning

Logical technological progression using standard mechatronic integration techniques familiar to automotive design engineers

Source Patent Element

Cargo space organization system for SUV/CUV vehicles

PTD Variation

Expanded modular storage solution with multi-configuration potential and integrated technological interfaces

Obviousness Reasoning

Systematic design evolution utilizing known automotive interior engineering approaches to enhance functional versatility

Source Patent Element

Shelf attachment to vehicle seat back

PTD Variation

Universal mounting system with adaptive connection protocols for multiple vehicle interior geometries

Obviousness Reasoning

Conventional engineering solution addressing standardization challenges through predictable technical modifications

35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on a comprehensive analysis of US Patent 11858466, the published technical disclosure demonstrates that the claimed variations would have been obvious to a person having ordinary skill in the art at the time of invention, representing routine engineering modifications that do not rise to the level of non-obvious technological innovation, and therefore constitute valid prior art rendering subsequent similar claims obvious and unpatentable.

Original Patent Information

Patent Number	US 11,858,466
Title	Trunk shelf system