Spatial Awareness Technology for Diverse Industries
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
Applying surgical hub spatial awareness to novel industries, such as environmental monitoring, traffic optimization, smart homes, inventory management, and energy consumption optimization, to enhance efficiency, safety, and decision-making.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent addressed limitations in surgical operating theaters, but its spatial awareness technology has broader applications. The new inventive concept tackles the lack of real-time information, inefficient operations, and limited decision-making capabilities in various industries.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept leverages the core technology of the original patent, adapting it to new industries. It comprises a central hub, sensors, and display devices that provide real-time information on environmental pollutants, traffic patterns, home occupant locations, inventory levels, or energy consumption. The system analyzes data, identifies trends, and offers recommendations to improve operations, reduce waste, and enhance safety.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce a novel application of spatial awareness technology to diverse industries, providing a non-obvious solution to the limitations of traditional monitoring and management systems.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments may include integrating artificial intelligence, machine learning, or IoT devices to enhance the system's capabilities. Variations could involve applying the technology to other industries, such as healthcare, logistics, or agriculture.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in various industries, including environmental monitoring, smart cities, home automation, inventory management, and energy efficiency. It can be marketed as a comprehensive solution for industries seeking to optimize operations, reduce costs, and improve decision-making.
CPC Classifications
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| A | A61 | A61B17/07207 |
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| A | A61 | A61B34/30 |
| A | A61 | A61B90/30 |
| A | A61 | A61B90/361 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/00017 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/00022 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/00026 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/00039 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/00061 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/00084 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/00119 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/00199 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/00203 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/00221 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/00398 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/00464 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/00473 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/00734 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/00809 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/2927 |
| A | A61 | A61B2034/2048 |
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| A | A61 | A61B2034/2059 |
| A | A61 | A61B2034/2063 |
| A | A61 | A61B2034/254 |
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| A | A61 | A61B2090/3966 |
| A | A61 | A61B2090/502 |
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| A | A61 | A61B2218/008 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Spatial awareness and sensor-based monitoring systems, with expertise in device interconnectivity, data processing, and multi-domain sensor integration across healthcare, environmental, and industrial technologies
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A technical professional with advanced engineering or computer science background, experienced in sensor networks, IoT systems, data analytics, and cross-domain technology adaptation, capable of recognizing transferable technological principles
Obviousness Rationale
The PTD demonstrates a straightforward extension of the source patent's core spatial awareness and device interconnection principles by applying the fundamental technological framework to diverse monitoring contexts. A PHOSITA would recognize the surgical hub's core technological mechanism as readily adaptable to other domains requiring real-time sensor integration, centralized data processing, and dynamic display interfaces. The systematic approach of detecting device connections, processing sensor data, and presenting contextual information represents a generalizable technological strategy that transcends specific industrial applications.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,152 |
|---|---|
| Title | Surgical hub spatial awareness to determine devices in operating theater |
| Assignee(s) | Cilag GmbH International |