Enhanced Synergistic Combinations Technical Implementation

Publication ID: 24-11858546_0008_PTD

Published: October 30, 2025

Category:Synergistic Combinations

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Enhanced Synergistic Combinations Technical Implementation,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11858546_0008_PTD, Published October 30, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11858546_0008_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. 11,858,546.

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	B62	B62D1/181
G	G06	G06V20/597

Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)

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Field of Art

Vehicle Human-Machine Interface (HMI) Systems, Automotive Ergonomics, and Computer Vision-Assisted Vehicle Control Interfaces with expertise in driver positioning, adaptive control systems, and image recognition technologies

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A multidisciplinary engineer with advanced degrees in mechanical engineering, computer science, or human-computer interaction, possessing knowledge of automotive design, sensor integration, and adaptive control systems with 3-7 years of industry experience

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the synergistic combinations approach naturally extends the source patent's driver positioning and adaptive steering wheel adjustment methodology by introducing more sophisticated sensor integration and control logic techniques. The disclosed variations represent predictable technological improvements that leverage existing computational and imaging technologies within automotive human-machine interface systems. The technical solutions proposed demonstrate incremental enhancements that would be readily conceived by a skilled practitioner seeking to optimize driver ergonomics and vehicle control interfaces.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element

Camera unit positioned at steering column center for driver facial recognition

PTD Variation

Enhanced multi-modal sensor fusion incorporating additional depth and infrared imaging capabilities

Obviousness Reasoning

Predictable extension of existing imaging technology using known sensor integration techniques to improve facial detection accuracy

Source Patent Element

Automatic steering wheel adjustment based on facial feature detection

PTD Variation

Dynamic real-time adjustment algorithms incorporating machine learning models for personalized ergonomic optimization

Obviousness Reasoning

Known application of machine learning techniques to improve adaptive control systems with finite, identifiable optimization strategies

Source Patent Element

Control unit generating adjustment signals for steering wheel positioning

PTD Variation

Expanded output target apparatus including integrated vehicle subsystems and external device connectivity

Obviousness Reasoning

Logical technological progression using standard communication protocols and interface design principles

Source Patent Element

Facial feature detection for steering wheel positioning

PTD Variation

Advanced computational models incorporating anthropometric variance and contextual driver positioning analysis

Obviousness Reasoning

Systematic application of known computational techniques to refine existing detection and adjustment methodologies

Source Patent Element

Driver facial recognition for ergonomic adjustment

PTD Variation

Comprehensive biometric profiling integrating multiple physiological and contextual parameters

Obviousness Reasoning

Predictable technological evolution leveraging established computer vision and machine learning approaches

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 the proposed enhancements represent straightforward technological progressions of the foundational teachings in US Patent 11858546, utilizing known techniques, predictable computational methodologies, and standard engineering design approaches within the automotive human-machine interface domain.

Original Patent Information

Patent Number	US 11,858,546
Title	Apparatus and method for adjusting steering wheel
Assignee(s)	HYUNDAI MOBIS CO., LTD.