AI-Enhanced Haptic Surgical System with IoT Integration
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
An innovative surgical system integrating haptic control with AI-driven computer vision, IoT-enabled sensor integration, and blockchain-based secure data transmission for enhanced real-time tracking and optimized surgical tool movement.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent addressed the limitation of manual alignment of surgical tools during computer-assisted surgeries. However, the system lacked real-time tracking and feedback capabilities. The new inventive concept solves this problem by integrating AI-driven computer vision, IoT-enabled sensor integration, and blockchain-based secure data transmission to provide real-time tracking and optimized surgical tool movement.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The AI-Enhanced Haptic Surgical System with IoT Integration comprises a robotic arm, an end effector, a tracking system, a processor, and non-transitory memory storing instructions that, when executed, enable real-time tracking of a patient's anatomy and surgical tools during a surgical procedure. The system integrates AI-driven computer vision to analyze real-time video feed and IoT-enabled sensors to provide real-time data analytics. The system also incorporates blockchain-based secure data transmission to ensure the integrity of transmitted data. The AI-powered navigation system optimizes surgical tool movement, providing real-time haptic feedback to the surgeon.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new inventive concept introduces the novel combination of AI-driven computer vision, IoT-enabled sensor integration, and blockchain-based secure data transmission to enhance real-time tracking and optimized surgical tool movement. This integration provides a non-obvious solution to the limitations of the original patent, offering a more efficient and accurate surgical system.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include the use of different AI algorithms, various IoT-enabled sensors, or alternative blockchain platforms. Additionally, the system could be adapted for use in various surgical specialties, such as neurosurgery or orthopedic surgery.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The AI-Enhanced Haptic Surgical System with IoT Integration has significant commercial potential in the surgical robotics market, with potential applications in hospitals, outpatient surgery centers, and medical research institutions. The system's enhanced real-time tracking and optimized surgical tool movement capabilities make it an attractive solution for surgeons and medical professionals seeking to improve patient outcomes and reduce surgical complications.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61B17/15 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/142 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/1615 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/1703 |
| A | A61 | A61B34/20 |
| A | A61 | A61B34/30 |
| A | A61 | A61B34/76 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/157 |
| A | A61 | A61B34/25 |
| A | A61 | A61B90/03 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/00128 |
| A | A61 | A61B2034/105 |
| A | A61 | A61B2034/2055 |
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,200 |
|---|---|
| Title | Automated alignment of a surgical tool |
| Assignee(s) | MAKO Surgical Corp. |