Synergistic Bone Screw System for Personalized Spinal Implantation
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
The present invention integrates bone screws manufactured by additive manufacturing with AI-powered surgical planning, machine learning-optimized design, blockchain-based simulation tools, IoT-enabled 3D printing, and sensor systems using new materials to create a personalized spinal implantation system.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed a bone screw with a specific thread design and material composition. However, the existing design has limitations in terms of customization, material usage, and surgical planning. The present inventive concept addresses these limitations by combining the bone screw with advanced technologies to create a more effective and efficient spinal implantation system.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The synergistic bone screw system comprises a bone screw manufactured by additive manufacturing, which allows for the creation of complex geometries and porous structures. The bone screw is configured to integrate with an AI-powered surgical planning system, which provides personalized implantation plans based on patient-specific data. The system also utilizes machine learning algorithms to optimize bone screw design, selecting options that maximize strength and minimize material usage. Additionally, the system incorporates blockchain-based simulation tools to optimize the internal structure of the bone screw, providing deflection in selected areas. The bone screw can also be created using IoT-enabled 3D printing, allowing for real-time monitoring and adaptation of the printing process. Furthermore, the system integrates a sensor system using new materials, which monitors bone screw performance and provides real-time feedback to the surgeon.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The present inventive concept is novel and non-obvious in its combination of additive manufacturing, AI-powered surgical planning, machine learning-optimized design, blockchain-based simulation tools, IoT-enabled 3D printing, and sensor systems using new materials. The integration of these technologies creates a synergistic system that provides a more effective and efficient spinal implantation solution.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include using different AI algorithms for surgical planning, incorporating additional sensors for real-time monitoring, or utilizing different blockchain-based simulation tools. Variations of the system could also include using different materials or manufacturing methods for the bone screw, or integrating the system with other medical devices.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The synergistic bone screw system has significant commercial potential in the spinal implantation market, which is projected to grow significantly in the coming years. The system's ability to provide personalized implantation plans, optimize bone screw design, and integrate with advanced technologies makes it an attractive solution for surgeons, hospitals, and medical device manufacturers.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61B17/8625 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/7059 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/866 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/7001 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/00526 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/00862 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Medical device engineering, specifically spinal implant design and advanced manufacturing techniques, requiring expertise in biomaterials, additive manufacturing, surgical device optimization, and biomedical engineering with advanced knowledge of 3D printing and computational design methods
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A biomedical engineer or orthopedic device designer with advanced degrees, proficient in computational modeling, additive manufacturing techniques, materials science, and surgical device optimization, with working knowledge of AI and machine learning applications in medical device design
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the PTD's disclosed variations represent predictable extensions of existing bone screw manufacturing techniques, utilizing known computational and manufacturing technologies to incrementally improve spinal implant design through systematic optimization and personalization strategies. The integration of AI, machine learning, and advanced manufacturing represents a natural progression of existing medical device development methodologies. The technical variations demonstrate combinatorial improvements that would be obvious to a skilled practitioner familiar with emerging medical device design paradigms.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,233 |
|---|---|
| Title | Bone screw and method of manufacture |
| Assignee(s) | WARSAW ORTHOPEDIC, INC. |