Enhanced Surgical Robotic Systems with Synergistic Technologies

Publication ID: 24-11857149_0008_PTD
Published: November 07, 2025
Category:Synergistic Combinations

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Enhanced Surgical Robotic Systems with Synergistic Technologies,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857149_0008_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857149_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. 11,857,149.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

An advanced surgical robotic system integrating AI, IoT, blockchain, and new materials to improve precision, safety, and efficiency in robotic-assisted surgeries.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent disclosed a surgical robotic system with target trajectory deviation monitoring, but it had limitations in terms of precision, data security, and real-time collaboration. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by incorporating synergistic technologies to create a more powerful system.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The system comprises a robotic arm, an optical sensor system remote from the robotic arm, and an AI-based predictive analytics module that analyzes data from the optical sensor system to predict potential deviations from a target trajectory. The robotic arm is controlled based on the predictive analytics to minimize deviations. Additionally, the system integrates AI-driven computer vision for detecting anatomical features, a blockchain-based data storage module for secure storage of patient data, an IoT-enabled communication module for real-time communication with remote medical professionals, and a nanomaterial-based coating for enhanced biocompatibility. The system also includes real-time monitoring of robotic-assisted surgery using AI-driven analytics to detect potential complications.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce the novel combination of AI, IoT, blockchain, and new materials with the original surgical robotic system, providing a synergistic solution that improves precision, safety, and efficiency in robotic-assisted surgeries. The inventive step lies in the integration of these distinct technologies to create a more powerful system that addresses the limitations of the original patent.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments could include the use of different AI algorithms, various IoT communication protocols, or alternative blockchain platforms. The system could also be adapted for use in other medical procedures, such as laparoscopic or orthopedic surgeries.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The enhanced surgical robotic system has significant commercial potential in the medical device industry, particularly in the areas of robotic-assisted surgery, minimally invasive procedures, and healthcare data management. The system could be marketed to hospitals, surgical centers, and medical research institutions.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61B34/30
A A61 A61B17/00
A A61 A61B17/7082
A A61 A61B34/20
A A61 A61B34/74
A A61 A61B17/1757
A A61 A61B2017/00075
A A61 A61B2017/00119
A A61 A61B2017/00477
A A61 A61B2017/00486
A A61 A61B2017/00699
A A61 A61B2034/107
A A61 A61B2034/2055
A A61 A61B2034/2068
A A61 A61B2034/2072
A A61 A61B2090/376
A A61 A61B2090/3762
A A61 A61B2090/3764
A A61 A61B2090/3966
A A61 A61B2090/3983
A A61 A61F2/4611
A A61 A61F2002/4632

Field of Art

Medical robotics and surgical systems, specifically robotic-assisted surgical technologies involving precision positioning, sensor integration, and trajectory monitoring. Requires advanced knowledge of robotics, medical instrumentation, computer vision, and surgical navigation systems

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A biomedical engineer or robotics specialist with expertise in surgical robotics, advanced sensor technologies, computer vision, and AI-driven medical systems. Possesses graduate-level technical training and practical experience in developing medical robotic platforms

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that integrating AI, IoT, and advanced sensor technologies into the existing surgical robotic system represents a predictable technological evolution. The source patent's foundational trajectory monitoring framework provides a natural platform for incorporating emerging computational and sensing technologies. The disclosed variations represent incremental improvements using known techniques in medical robotics and computer-assisted surgical systems.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Optical sensor system for tracking surgical instrument position
PTD Variation
AI-based predictive analytics module analyzing sensor data to predict trajectory deviations
Obviousness Reasoning
Extending sensor data analysis with predictive AI is a known technique in robotic systems, representing a straightforward application of machine learning to existing sensor infrastructure
Source Patent Element
Robotic arm positioning for surgical procedures
PTD Variation
Blockchain-based data storage and IoT communication for remote surgical monitoring
Obviousness Reasoning
Integrating secure data management and remote communication technologies is a predictable enhancement for medical robotic systems seeking improved connectivity and documentation
Source Patent Element
Surgical instrument positioning and tracking
PTD Variation
Computer vision and deep learning for anatomical feature detection and 3D surgical site mapping
Obviousness Reasoning
Applying computer vision techniques to improve surgical navigation represents a logical extension of existing robotic positioning technologies using well-established machine learning approaches
Source Patent Element
Robotic surgical system with sensor integration
PTD Variation
Nanomaterial-based biocompatible coating with integrated sensing capabilities
Obviousness Reasoning
Enhancing surgical instrument materials with advanced sensing and biocompatibility is a predictable design optimization using known materials science techniques
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11857149 and the disclosed technological variations, a person having ordinary skill in the art would find the claimed surgical robotic system enhancements obvious and lacking inventive merit. The incremental technological integrations represent predictable applications of known techniques in medical robotics, computer vision, and sensor technologies, thereby rendering potential patent claims obvious under 35 U.S.C. Section 103.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,149
TitleSurgical robotic systems with target trajectory deviation monitoring and related methods
Assignee(s)Globus Medical, Inc.