Enhanced Surgical System with Real-time Alignment and Feedback

Publication ID: 24-11857201_0006_PTD
Published: November 07, 2025
Category:Direct Improvements & Enhancements

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Enhanced Surgical System with Real-time Alignment and Feedback,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857201_0006_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857201_0006_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. 11,857,201.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

The present inventive concept relates to an enhanced surgical system with automated alignment, providing real-time tactile feedback to the surgeon, predictive analytics for complication forecasting, and adaptive movement speed adjustment to optimize procedure duration.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent, 'Surgical system with automated alignment,' has limitations in providing real-time feedback to the surgeon, predicting potential complications, and adjusting movement speed according to procedure complexity. The present inventive concept addresses these limitations by introducing enhanced features that improve the accuracy, safety, and efficiency of surgical procedures.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The enhanced surgical system comprises a haptic device configured to provide real-time tactile feedback to the surgeon, a navigation system for tracking patient bone and surgical tools, a predictive analytics module for forecasting potential complications, and a robotic device with adaptive movement speed adjustment based on procedure complexity. The system utilizes sensor data to detect hand tremors and adjust force feedback, ensuring stability and precision during the procedure. The predictive analytics module provides real-time recommendations to the surgeon, reducing the risk of complications. The robotic device's adaptive movement speed adjustment optimizes procedure duration, minimizing operative time and reducing patient risk.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The present inventive concept introduces novel features, including real-time tactile feedback, predictive analytics for complication forecasting, and adaptive movement speed adjustment, which are not present in the original patent. These enhancements provide a significant improvement over the prior art, offering a more accurate, efficient, and safe surgical system.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept may include varying the type of feedback provided by the haptic device, utilizing different navigation systems, or incorporating additional sensors to detect other surgeon movements. Variations may also include adapting the system for use in different surgical specialties or incorporating machine learning algorithms to improve predictive analytics.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The enhanced surgical system has significant commercial potential in the medical device industry, particularly in orthopedic, neurosurgical, and cardiovascular specialties. The system's improved accuracy, safety, and efficiency make it an attractive solution for hospitals and surgical centers seeking to reduce operative time, minimize complications, and improve patient outcomes.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
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

Field of Art

Surgical robotics and haptic control systems, specifically focused on computer-assisted surgical technologies involving robotic tool manipulation, navigation, and tactile feedback interfaces

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A biomedical engineer or robotics specialist with advanced degrees in mechanical/biomedical engineering, expertise in surgical robotics, sensor integration, and human-machine interaction technologies, familiar with state-of-the-art surgical navigation and haptic feedback systems

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the PTD's enhancements represent predictable technological extensions of the source patent's foundational surgical robotic alignment system. The additional features like predictive analytics, adaptive movement speed, and enhanced sensor integration are logical progressions in surgical robotics that would be obvious to implement given existing technological capabilities. The variations represent incremental improvements using known techniques in sensor integration, machine learning, and robotic control systems.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Robotic device configured to be coupled to a surgical tool with basic alignment capabilities
PTD Variation
Adding real-time tactile feedback and hand tremor detection to adjust force feedback
Obviousness Reasoning
Known technique of integrating additional sensor inputs to improve surgical precision, representing a predictable enhancement to existing robotic surgical systems
Source Patent Element
Basic surgical navigation system with virtual plane alignment
PTD Variation
Implementing predictive analytics module for complication forecasting
Obviousness Reasoning
Applying machine learning and statistical analysis techniques to surgical navigation is a standard approach for improving procedural outcomes, representing an obvious design optimization
Source Patent Element
Robotic device with basic movement control
PTD Variation
Adaptive movement speed adjustment based on procedure complexity
Obviousness Reasoning
Dynamic speed control is a well-established robotics technique, and applying it to surgical systems represents a straightforward technological adaptation with predictable performance improvements
Source Patent Element
Sensor for detecting user presence in surgical system
PTD Variation
Enhanced sensor integration to detect hand tremors and provide contextual feedback
Obviousness Reasoning
Expanding sensor capabilities to provide more granular input is a standard engineering approach, representing an obvious technological progression
Source Patent Element
Basic haptic control system for surgical tools
PTD Variation
Real-time tactile feedback system with dynamic force adjustment
Obviousness Reasoning
Refinement of existing haptic feedback mechanisms using known control system techniques, representing an incremental and predictable technological improvement
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11857201 and the disclosed technological variations, a person of ordinary skill in the art would find the claimed surgical system enhancements obvious and lacking inventive step. The proposed modifications represent standard engineering practices of sensor integration, adaptive control, and predictive analytics in surgical robotic systems, thereby rendering subsequent claims of novelty invalid under 35 U.S.C. Section 103.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,201
TitleSurgical system with automated alignment
Assignee(s)MAKO Surgical Corp.