Synergistic Forceps Systems for Advanced Surgical Procedures
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
Integrating forceps with hinged jaws and force distribution with AI, IoT, blockchain, and advanced materials to create a more powerful and efficient surgical system.
Background and Problem Solved
Current surgical forceps have limitations in terms of precision, control, and data management. The original patent addressed some of these limitations with its hinged jaws and force distribution design. However, the new inventive concept takes this design further by combining it with distinct technologies to create a more comprehensive and effective surgical system.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The new inventive concept integrates the original forceps design with advanced technologies to create a synergistic system. This includes incorporating sensors and AI-powered control systems to dynamically adjust the closing force and jaw movement based on tissue type and resistance. Additionally, the system may utilize blockchain-based data management for secure and transparent storage of patient data and surgical outcomes. IoT-enabled sensors can provide real-time monitoring of surgical site conditions, and novel materials infused with nanoparticles can enhance the forceps' grasping capabilities and provide real-time feedback on tissue properties.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce novel combinations of the original forceps design with AI, IoT, blockchain, and advanced materials, which provide a non-obvious and unexpected solution to the limitations of current surgical systems.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments may include integrating the forceps with virtual or augmented reality interfaces, using different types of sensors or control systems, or incorporating other advanced materials or technologies. Variations may include adapting the system for use in different types of surgeries or medical procedures.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The synergistic forceps system has significant commercial potential in the medical device industry, particularly in the fields of laparoscopic and robotic-assisted surgery. The system's ability to provide real-time feedback, enhance precision and control, and ensure secure data management makes it an attractive solution for hospitals and medical facilities.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61B17/282 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/00367 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/2932 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/2933 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Surgical instrumentation, specifically medical forceps design and advanced surgical technologies, requiring expertise in mechanical engineering, biomedical device design, and surgical instrument control systems
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A biomedical engineer or surgical device designer with advanced knowledge of medical device mechanics, sensor integration, control systems, and emerging medical technologies, typically holding a masters or PhD in biomedical engineering
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that integrating advanced sensing, control, and data management technologies with existing forceps designs represents a predictable evolution of surgical instrumentation. The source patent's foundational forceps design provides a clear technical framework for incorporating emerging technologies like AI, IoT, and advanced materials. These technological extensions represent incremental improvements that would be obvious to a skilled practitioner seeking to enhance surgical precision and data management.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,213 |
|---|---|
| Title | Forceps with hinged jaws and force distribution |
| Assignee(s) | Gyrus ACMI, Inc. |