Specialized Surgical Imaging Optimization Systems for Niche Environments

Publication ID: 24-11857154_0004_PTD
Published: November 07, 2025
Category:Specialized Variations & Niche Solutions

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Specialized Surgical Imaging Optimization Systems for Niche Environments,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857154_0004_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857154_0004_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 inventive concept disclosed herein relates to specialized surgical imaging optimization systems adapted for specific, narrow market or unique operational environments, such as high-security needs, disaster relief, extreme weather conditions, high-altitude environments, or underwater medical procedures.

Background and Problem Solved

Minimally invasive medical procedures have been increasing in popularity, and the original patent's closed-loop image optimization system has limitations in addressing the unique challenges of niche environments. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by providing specialized systems and methods tailored to these specific contexts.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The inventive concept comprises a range of systems and methods for surgical imaging optimization, including secure data transmission modules for high-security needs, weather-resistant endoscopes for extreme weather conditions, altitude-adjusted multispectral light sources for high-altitude environments, and underwater endoscopes for underwater medical procedures. These systems and methods are designed to provide high-quality image data and enhance visual acuity in challenging operational environments.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce novel and non-obvious features, such as secure data transmission, weather-resistant endoscopes, altitude-adjusted multispectral light sources, and underwater endoscopes, which distinguish the inventive concept from the original patent and provide a significant improvement in surgical imaging optimization for niche environments.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include variations of the secure data transmission module, such as using blockchain technology or quantum encryption, or alternative designs for the weather-resistant endoscope, such as using advanced materials or coatings. Other variations could include adapting the system for use in space exploration or other extreme environments.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in various industries, including healthcare, disaster relief, and environmental monitoring. The target market includes medical facilities, research institutions, and organizations operating in niche environments, such as high-security facilities, disaster relief organizations, or environmental monitoring agencies.

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

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A biomedical engineer or medical device designer with expertise in optical imaging, signal processing, medical instrumentation, and advanced imaging system design, typically holding a master's or doctoral degree with 3-5 years of specialized experience

Obviousness Rationale

A person having ordinary skill in the art would recognize that the source patent's fundamental surgical imaging optimization framework provides a clear technological foundation for extending the system into specialized environmental contexts. The PTD's variations represent predictable engineering adaptations that apply known imaging optimization principles to niche operational scenarios. These modifications demonstrate standard problem-solving approaches within medical imaging technology by addressing specific environmental challenges through targeted system modifications.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Medical image processing system with surgical camera and user interface for image annotation and comparison
PTD Variation
Secure data transmission module with HIPAA compliance for high-security surgical imaging environments
Obviousness Reasoning
Adding encryption and compliance features represents a known technique for protecting medical imaging data, with predictable results of enhanced information security
Source Patent Element
Multispectral image processing capabilities in surgical imaging system
PTD Variation
Altitude-adjusted multispectral light source compensating for atmospheric pressure changes
Obviousness Reasoning
Adapting light source parameters based on environmental conditions is a standard engineering approach for maintaining consistent imaging performance across variable contexts
Source Patent Element
Endoscopic imaging system with configurable image processing
PTD Variation
Weather-resistant endoscope designed to operate across extreme temperature ranges
Obviousness Reasoning
Extending operational parameters through material and design modifications represents a predictable solution to environmental performance challenges
Source Patent Element
Image stream processing from surgical camera with user interface interactions
PTD Variation
Underwater endoscope with specialized wavelength adjustment for low-visibility conditions
Obviousness Reasoning
Modifying imaging parameters to compensate for environmental limitations is a known technique in optical imaging systems
Source Patent Element
Medical image processing system with configurable display and annotation capabilities
PTD Variation
Disaster relief imaging system with dynamic wavelength adjustment for low-light medical environments
Obviousness Reasoning
Implementing adaptive imaging techniques to enhance visual acuity represents a standard problem-solving approach in medical imaging technology
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11857154, the present publication demonstrates that the claimed variations in surgical imaging optimization systems would have been obvious to a person having ordinary skill in the art at the time of invention. The disclosed technical modifications represent predictable engineering solutions that extend the fundamental imaging optimization framework through standard design adaptations addressing specific environmental challenges.

Original Patent Information

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