Intelligent Surgical Gown: AI-Enhanced Medical Technology

Publication ID: 24-11857002_0008_PTD
Published: October 27, 2025
Category:Synergistic Combinations

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Intelligent Surgical Gown: AI-Enhanced Medical Technology,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857002_0008_PTD, Published October 27, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857002_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. 11,857,002.

Background and Problem Solved

The original surgical gown patent addressed limitations in instrument management during surgery. However, it did not account for the needs of the entire surgical team, nor did it leverage modern technologies to improve the surgical process. This invention addresses these limitations by integrating the patented surgical gown with distinct technologies to create a more powerful system.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The novel combination of the patented surgical gown with AI, IoT, blockchain, and new materials creates a synergistic system that is more than the sum of its parts. The integration of these distinct technologies provides a non-obvious solution to the limitations of the original patent, enhancing surgical efficiency, safety, and training.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the Intelligent Surgical Gown System could include variations in the AI-powered assistant system, such as using machine learning algorithms to predict instrument needs or integrating with electronic health records. Other variations could include different types of IoT-enabled sensors, blockchain-enabled tracking systems, or new materials with distinct properties.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The Intelligent Surgical Gown System has significant commercial potential in the medical industry, particularly in hospitals and surgical centers. The system's ability to enhance surgical efficiency, safety, and training could lead to widespread adoption, with potential markets including surgical instrument manufacturers, medical technology companies, and healthcare providers.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A41 A41D13/0012
A A41 A41D13/1209

Original Patent Information

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