Precision Guidance Technology for Diverse Industries
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
This inventive concept leverages the core technology of patient-specific surgical tools to create precision guidance systems for various industries, enabling accurate alignment and efficient operation of tools and equipment in applications such as agriculture, industrial processes, disaster response, public spaces, and energy harvesting.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent for patient-specific surgical tools addressed the need for precise alignment in orthopedic surgical procedures. However, this inventive concept recognizes that similar precision guidance challenges exist in other industries, where misalignment can lead to reduced efficiency, increased waste, and compromised safety. By adapting the core technology to these new applications, this inventive concept provides a solution to these challenges.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept involves designing and manufacturing patient-specific surgical guides adapted to fit precisely on predetermined positions in various industries, such as crop plants, machines, damaged structures, public spaces, and energy-generating devices. These guides are secured to ensure proper alignment of tools and equipment, enabling precision farming, reduced environmental impact, improved disaster response, enhanced accessibility, and optimized energy harvesting. The guides can be tailored to accommodate specific anatomy and requirements of each industry, ensuring seamless integration and operation.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce a novel application of patient-specific surgical guides to diverse industries, which is non-obvious in light of the original patent's focus on orthopedic surgical procedures. The inventive step lies in recognizing the potential for precision guidance technology to address alignment challenges across multiple industries, and adapting the core technology to meet the specific needs of each industry.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments may include modular guides that can be easily reconfigured for different industries or applications, or guides with integrated sensors and feedback systems to optimize tool operation. Variations may also include guides designed for specific types of crops, machines, or energy-generating devices, or guides that can be used in combination with other precision guidance technologies.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
This inventive concept has significant commercial potential in various industries, including agriculture, manufacturing, disaster response, public infrastructure, and renewable energy. The market demand for precision guidance technology is substantial, driven by the need for increased efficiency, reduced waste, and improved safety. The adaptability of this technology to diverse industries positions it for broad market penetration and growth.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61B17/1764 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/1728 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/56 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/00526 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/564 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/568 |
| A | A61 | A61B2034/108 |
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,206 |
|---|---|
| Title | Patient-specific surgical tools |
| Assignee(s) | LABORATOIRES BODYCAD INC. |