AI-Powered Token-Based Electrosurgical Instrument Activation
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
A novel system integrating AI, IoT, blockchain, and novel materials to enable secure, efficient, and trackable electrosurgical instrument activation.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent described a token-based electrosurgical instrument activation method. However, this method had limitations in terms of security, efficiency, and tracking. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by synergistically combining AI, IoT, blockchain, and novel materials to create a more powerful and comprehensive system.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The AI-powered surgical robot arm control unit generates tokens comprising information indicating a time at which the token was generated. These tokens are transmitted to an IoT-enabled electrosurgical generator, which verifies the tokens to ensure secure activation of the electrosurgical instrument. Additionally, the system integrates a blockchain-based tracking mechanism to record electrosurgical instrument usage. The novel material-based electrosurgical instrument further enhances the system's security and efficiency. Machine learning algorithms are used to generate tokens, ensuring secure activation of the electrosurgical instrument.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce AI, IoT, blockchain, and novel materials to the original token-based electrosurgical instrument activation method, providing a synergistic combination that significantly enhances security, efficiency, and tracking capabilities.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments may include using different AI algorithms, integrating additional IoT devices, or incorporating other novel materials. Variations may include adapting the system for use in different medical procedures or integrating with other medical devices.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The AI-powered token-based electrosurgical instrument activation system has significant commercial potential in the medical device industry, particularly in the areas of robotic-assisted surgery and electrosurgery. The system's enhanced security, efficiency, and tracking capabilities make it an attractive solution for hospitals and medical centers.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61B18/1482 |
| A | A61 | A61B18/1206 |
| A | A61 | A61B18/1233 |
| A | A61 | A61B18/14 |
| A | A61 | A61B34/30 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/00141 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/00154 |
| A | A61 | A61B2018/00083 |
| A | A61 | A61B2018/00178 |
| A | A61 | A61B2018/00589 |
| A | A61 | A61B2018/00601 |
| A | A61 | A61B2018/00607 |
| A | A61 | A61B2018/00773 |
| A | A61 | A61B2018/00875 |
| A | A61 | A61B2018/00886 |
| A | A61 | A61B2018/00928 |
| A | A61 | A61B2018/00958 |
| A | A61 | A61B2034/302 |
| A | A61 | A61B2034/306 |
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,147 |
|---|---|
| Title | Token-based electrosurgical instrument activation |
| Assignee(s) | CMR Surgical Limited |