AI-Driven Endoscope Objective Image Analysis System

Publication ID: 24-11857151_0003_PTD
Published: November 07, 2025
Category:Synergistic Combinations

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “AI-Driven Endoscope Objective Image Analysis System,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857151_0003_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857151_0003_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. 11,857,151.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

A comprehensive system integrating AI, IoT, blockchain, and new materials to evaluate and optimize endoscope objective image quality, enhancing maintenance and repair processes.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent addressed the need for standalone endoscopic objective image analysis, but it lacked the power of synergistic combinations. The new inventive concept solves the problem of limited image quality evaluation and maintenance by integrating AI, IoT, blockchain, and new materials to create a more powerful and efficient system.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The AI-driven endoscope objective image analysis system comprises an AI-powered image processing module, an IoT-enabled image capture system, a blockchain-based data storage module, and a new material-based optical component. The AI-powered image processing module analyzes images captured by the IoT-enabled image capture system and identifies optimal image quality parameters. The blockchain-based data storage module securely stores image quality data, ensuring transparency and integrity. The new material-based optical component enhances image quality, and the machine learning-based predictive maintenance module predicts maintenance schedules based on image quality data. The system provides a comprehensive and efficient way to evaluate and optimize endoscope objective image quality, enhancing maintenance and repair processes.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce the synergistic combination of AI, IoT, blockchain, and new materials, which is novel and non-obvious compared to the original patent. The integration of these distinct technologies enables a more powerful and efficient system for endoscope objective image analysis, providing a significant improvement over the original patent.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments may include using different AI algorithms or IoT protocols, incorporating additional sensors or data sources, or utilizing different blockchain platforms or new materials. Variations may include adapting the system for use with different types of endoscopes or medical devices, or integrating the system with existing maintenance and repair workflows.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The AI-driven endoscope objective image analysis system has significant commercial potential in the medical device industry, particularly in the areas of endoscopy and minimally invasive surgery. The system can be marketed to medical device manufacturers, hospitals, and clinics, offering a comprehensive solution for endoscope objective image analysis and maintenance.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61B1/00009
A A61 A61B1/04
G G06 G06T5/003
G G06 G06T5/006
G G06 G06T7/0012
H H04 H04N23/67
G G06 G06T5/005
G G06 G06T7/174
G G06 G06T2207/10068
G G06 G06T2207/20221
G G06 G06T2207/30168
H H04 H04N23/6845
H H04 H04N23/951

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,151
TitleSystems and methods for standalone endoscopic objective image analysis
Assignee(s)STERIS Instrument Management Services, Inc.