Intelligent Void Filling Prosthetic Systems
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
A next-generation void filling prosthetic system that leverages AI, AR, and modular design to provide personalized, minimally invasive, and adaptive joint replacements.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent for void filling joint prostheses and associated instruments has limitations in terms of customization, surgical complexity, and patient outcomes. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by integrating advanced technologies to create a more efficient, effective, and patient-centric solution.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The system comprises a neural network trained to predict optimal void filling prosthesis geometries based on patient-specific anatomical data, generating customized prosthesis designs. The system also includes a real-time AR guidance module for precise spatial awareness during surgery, and a modular prosthesis with interchangeable components for adaptive customization. Additionally, a bioreactor system cultivates patient-derived stem cells on the prosthesis, promoting enhanced osseointegration and tissue regeneration. The robotic-assisted surgical platform enables minimally invasive implantation with real-time navigation and precision placement capabilities.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce a paradigm shift in void filling prosthetic systems by incorporating AI-driven design, AR guidance, modular customization, bioreactor-based tissue regeneration, and robotic-assisted surgery. These advancements provide a significant improvement over the original patent, offering a more personalized, efficient, and effective solution for joint replacement surgery.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments may include variations in AI algorithms, AR visualization modalities, modular component designs, bioreactor systems, and robotic-assisted surgical platforms. These variations could be tailored to specific joints, patient populations, or surgical approaches, ensuring broad conceptual coverage.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The intelligent void filling prosthetic system has significant commercial potential in the orthopedic industry, with applications in joint replacement surgery, sports medicine, and regenerative medicine. The target market includes orthopedic surgeons, hospitals, and medical device manufacturers seeking to improve patient outcomes and reduce healthcare costs.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61B17/1675 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/164 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/17 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/1764 |
| A | A61 | A61F2/30724 |
| A | A61 | A61F2/30734 |
| A | A61 | A61F2/30767 |
| A | A61 | A61F2/38 |
| A | A61 | A61F2/3859 |
| A | A61 | A61F2/461 |
| A | A61 | A61B2090/036 |
| A | A61 | A61B2090/062 |
| A | A61 | A61F2002/3021 |
| A | A61 | A61F2002/3069 |
| A | A61 | A61F2002/3093 |
| A | A61 | A61F2002/30332 |
| A | A61 | A61F2002/30736 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Orthopedic surgical technologies, specifically joint replacement prosthetics, involving biomechanical engineering, surgical instrumentation, and medical device design with expertise in anatomical reconstruction, implant geometries, and surgical intervention techniques
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A biomedical engineer or orthopedic surgical device designer with advanced degrees, proficiency in medical imaging, biomaterials, computational modeling, and surgical intervention technologies, familiar with state-of-the-art prosthetic design and surgical methodologies
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the PTD's AI-driven, modular, and technologically enhanced prosthetic system represents predictable technological progression from the source patent's foundational void filling joint prosthesis concept. The disclosed variations leverage known computational, surgical, and biological technologies to incrementally improve prosthetic design and implantation strategies. These advancements represent logical extensions of existing orthopedic surgical technologies, applying emerging computational and surgical techniques to enhance personalization and precision.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,205 |
|---|---|
| Title | Void filling joint prosthesis and associated instruments |
| Assignee(s) | Howmedica Osteonics Corp. |