Published Technical Disclosure Archive

Enhanced Closed-Loop Surgical Imaging Optimization Systems

Publication ID: 24-11857154_0001_PTD
Published: November 07, 2025
Category:Direct Improvements & Enhancements

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Enhanced Closed-Loop Surgical Imaging Optimization Systems,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857154_0001_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857154_0001_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. 11,857,154.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

The disclosed inventive concept improves upon existing closed-loop surgical imaging optimization systems by introducing advanced features for enhanced visual acuity, improved safety, and real-time feedback, ultimately leading to more efficient and effective medical procedures.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent disclosed systems and methods for closed-loop image optimization in a medical environment, but it had limitations in terms of visual acuity, safety, and real-time feedback. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by incorporating multispectral light sources, advanced image processing algorithms, and user interface enhancements.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The enhanced closed-loop surgical imaging optimization system comprises a multispectral light source with adjustable wavelength settings, an image processing module configured to analyze real-time image data and provide recommendations for optimal wavelength settings, and a user interface with alerts and warnings for potential hazards. The system can also be configured to provide audio or haptic feedback to the surgeon based on visual acuity of the subject tissue. Additionally, the system can utilize machine learning algorithms to predict optimal wavelength settings for a multispectral light source based on real-time image data.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new inventive concept introduces a novel combination of multispectral light sources, advanced image processing algorithms, and user interface enhancements, which provide a significant improvement over the original patent. The inventive concept's ability to provide real-time feedback, improve safety features, and enhance visual acuity constitutes a non-obvious advancement in the field of closed-loop surgical imaging optimization.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include the use of different types of light sources, such as LEDs or lasers, or the integration of additional sensors to provide more comprehensive data. Variations of the system could also be designed for specific medical procedures or applications, such as ophthalmology or neurosurgery.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The enhanced closed-loop surgical imaging optimization system has significant commercial potential in the medical device industry, particularly in the areas of minimally invasive surgery and surgical robotics. The system's ability to improve visual acuity, safety, and efficiency could lead to widespread adoption in hospitals and medical facilities worldwide.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61B1/000095
A A61 A61B1/00009
A A61 A61B1/00013
A A61 A61B1/04
A A61 A61B1/045
A A61 A61B1/0638
A A61 A61B1/0655
A A61 A61B1/07
A A61 A61B34/25
A A61 A61B90/37
A A61 A61B2090/306
A A61 A61B2090/3614
A A61 A61B2090/371

Field of Art

Medical imaging systems, specifically surgical visualization technologies with a focus on endoscopic and laparoscopic imaging optimization techniques. Requires expertise in optical engineering, medical device design, image processing algorithms, and surgical instrumentation

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A biomedical engineer or medical device designer with advanced degrees in bioengineering or medical technology, possessing knowledge of multispectral imaging, surgical visualization systems, and real-time image processing techniques

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the PTD's proposed enhancements represent predictable variations of the source patent's core imaging optimization framework. The multispectral light source and machine learning algorithms are logical extensions of the existing closed-loop surgical imaging system, utilizing known techniques to incrementally improve visual acuity and procedural safety. The proposed modifications represent standard engineering design choices within the established technological domain of surgical imaging systems.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Surgical camera system with image stream processing
PTD Variation
Multispectral light source with adjustable wavelength settings and machine learning-based optimization
Obviousness Reasoning
A PHOSITA would recognize that wavelength optimization is a predictable improvement in imaging systems, representing a known technique for enhancing visual resolution and diagnostic capabilities
Source Patent Element
User interface for storing and comparing medical images
PTD Variation
Enhanced user interface with real-time alerts, warnings, and audio/haptic feedback mechanisms
Obviousness Reasoning
Adding safety features and feedback mechanisms is a standard design approach for medical devices, representing an obvious enhancement to improve user interaction and procedural safety
Source Patent Element
Image processing module for medical imaging systems
PTD Variation
Advanced image processing module utilizing machine learning algorithms to predict optimal wavelength settings
Obviousness Reasoning
Integrating machine learning into existing image processing frameworks is a well-established technique for improving system performance, representing a predictable technological evolution
Source Patent Element
Endoscopic and laparoscopic imaging systems
PTD Variation
Specialized multispectral imaging configurations for specific medical procedures like ophthalmology or neurosurgery
Obviousness Reasoning
Adapting imaging technologies for specialized medical domains is a routine engineering practice, representing an obvious extension of existing technological capabilities
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11857154 and the disclosed technical variations, a person of ordinary skill in the art would find the proposed multispectral surgical imaging optimization system obvious and lacking inventive merit. The incremental improvements in wavelength control, machine learning integration, and user interface design represent predictable technological developments that would be apparent to a skilled practitioner in medical imaging technologies.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,154
TitleSystems and methods for closed-loop surgical imaging optimization