Published Technical Disclosure Archive

Adaptive Surgical Gown Design for Complex Environments

Publication ID: 24-11857002_0004_PTD
Published: October 27, 2025
Category:Specialized Variations & Niche Solutions

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Adaptive Surgical Gown Design for Complex Environments,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857002_0004_PTD, Published October 27, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857002_0004_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. 11,857,002.

Background and Problem Solved

The original surgical gown patent addresses the need for improved designs of surgical gowns. However, the original design may not be suitable for specialized environments, which require additional features and adaptations to ensure effective and safe surgical operations. The new invention addresses these limitations by providing adaptable surgical gowns tailored to specific environments.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce novel features and adaptations that distinguish the invention from the original patent. The inventive step lies in the design of the gown body and its components, which are specifically tailored to address the unique challenges of each specialized environment.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the invention could include additional features, such as built-in communication systems for high-security environments, or integrated sensors for monitoring vital signs in remote or isolated areas. Variations of the invention could also include different materials, designs, or configurations tailored to specific industries or applications.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The adaptable surgical gowns have significant commercial potential in various industries, including healthcare, disaster relief, and high-security operations. The target market includes hospitals, emergency response teams, and specialized medical facilities operating in unique environments.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A41 A41D13/0012
A A41 A41D13/1209

Field of Art

Personal protective equipment design, specifically surgical and specialized protective garments with functional configurations for professional environments

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A professional with expertise in textile engineering, ergonomic design, and protective clothing systems, familiar with modular garment configurations and specialized functional requirements across different professional contexts

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the source patent's fundamental surgical gown design provides a modular framework easily adaptable to specialized environmental conditions. The core structural elements of the original gown - two-portion body, integrated pockets and loops - represent a flexible template for contextual modifications. Variations in material composition, pocket configuration, and environmental adaptation would be considered routine design modifications within the ordinary skill of a garment engineer.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Gown body with first and second portions configurable across waist areas
PTD Variation
Specialized material adaptations for extreme weather, thermal insulation, and environmental resilience
Obviousness Reasoning
Material selection for environmental protection represents a predictable design choice using known textile engineering techniques
Source Patent Element
Integrated pockets and loops for instrument retention
PTD Variation
Specialized pocket configurations for disaster relief, high-security, and remote area applications
Obviousness Reasoning
Modifying pocket geometry and closure mechanisms for specific use cases constitutes a standard design optimization within ordinary skill
Source Patent Element
Gown constructed with base material capable of permanent connections
PTD Variation
Self-contained gown designs with enhanced autonomy and integrated functional features
Obviousness Reasoning
Expanding garment functionality through integrated design elements represents a predictable technological evolution
Source Patent Element
Configurable gown portions across user's body
PTD Variation
Adaptations for specific professional environments requiring specialized protective characteristics
Obviousness Reasoning
Tailoring garment design to specific professional contexts represents a routine application of design principles
Source Patent Element
Pocket and loop integration within gown structure
PTD Variation
Enhanced security mechanisms and tamper-evident closure systems
Obviousness Reasoning
Implementing additional security features constitutes a known technique for improving functional garment designs
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11857002, the present disclosure demonstrates that the claimed variations in surgical gown design represent obvious extensions of prior art, wherein a person having ordinary skill in the art would readily conceive of adapting the fundamental gown configuration to specialized environmental and professional requirements through routine design modifications.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,002
TitleSurgical gowns
Assignee(s)Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research