Advanced Surgical Multi-Tool with Modular Design and Enhanced Functionality
Legal Citation
Summary of the Inventive Concept
An innovative surgical multi-tool with interchangeable and detachable sections, enabling surgeons to adapt to diverse surgical procedures while maintaining efficiency and precision.
Background and Problem Solved
The original surgical multi-tool patent (Background of the Invention) highlighted the limitations of traditional surgical tools, which often serve a single function. The present inventive concept addresses these limitations by introducing a modular design, allowing for seamless transitions between different surgical procedures, thereby improving surgical efficiency and reducing costs.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The advanced surgical multi-tool comprises detachable and interchangeable sections, facilitating easy adaptation to various surgical procedures. The tool's modular design enables the integration of different functionalities, such as bipolar forceps and scissors configurations, which can be effortlessly swapped or combined to suit the surgical requirements. Furthermore, the invention encompasses a method for using the surgical multi-tool, involving the transition between different configurations through handle rotation. Additionally, the system integrates with a surgical light source, enhancing the overall surgical experience.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The inventive concept's novelty lies in its modular design, which enables the detachment and interchangeability of sections, thereby providing a versatile and efficient surgical tool. The inventive step resides in the integration of multiple functionalities, allowing surgeons to adapt to diverse surgical procedures without the need for separate tools.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments may include variations in the modular design, such as using 3D printing for fabrication, or incorporating additional functionalities, like electrosurgical capabilities. Other variations may involve different materials, ergonomic designs, or adjustable handle configurations to accommodate diverse surgeon preferences.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The advanced surgical multi-tool has significant commercial potential in the medical device industry, targeting hospitals, surgical centers, and medical research institutions. The invention's versatility, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness make it an attractive solution for surgeons and medical professionals, with potential applications in various surgical specialties, including general surgery, orthopedics, and neurosurgery.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61B18/1442 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/00234 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/30 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/3201 |
| A | A61 | A61B18/1206 |
| A | A61 | A61B18/1445 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/00353 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/00473 |
| A | A61 | A61B2018/00083 |
| A | A61 | A61B2018/0091 |
| A | A61 | A61B2018/00595 |
| A | A61 | A61B2018/126 |
| A | A61 | A61B2018/146 |
| A | A61 | A61B2018/1457 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Medical device engineering, specifically surgical instrumentation with multi-configuration hand tools, focusing on minimally invasive surgical technologies involving mechanical transformation and modular design
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A biomedical engineer or surgical instrument designer with expertise in mechanical design, materials engineering, and surgical tool functionality, possessing knowledge of medical device development and surgical procedural requirements
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the PTD's modular surgical multi-tool represents a predictable variation of the source patent's multi-configuration surgical tool concept. The disclosed modular design and interchangeable sections are logical extensions of the existing multi-configuration tool framework. The technical variations represent incremental improvements using known design techniques within surgical instrumentation engineering.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,246 |
|---|---|
| Title | Surgical multi-tool and method of use |
| Assignee(s) | Divyze, Inc. |