Intelligent Neuromodulation Systems with AI, IoT, and Blockchain Integration
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
The present inventive concept integrates AI, IoT, and blockchain technologies with neuromodulation devices to create a more effective, personalized, and secure system for monitoring and controlling neuromodulation element deployment within a body lumen.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent relates to devices, systems, and methods for monitoring and/or controlling deployment of a neuromodulation element within a body lumen. However, the existing technology lacks the ability to provide personalized treatment planning, secure data management, and real-time adjustments. The present inventive concept addresses these limitations by incorporating AI-driven patient data analysis, IoT-enabled device control, blockchain-based data storage, and machine learning-based impedance analysis to ensure optimal energy delivery and secure data management.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept comprises a neural network-based impedance analyzer, a blockchain-based data storage system, and an AI-powered sensor array integrated into a catheter. The impedance analyzer detects inadequate deployment and triggers a data storage event. The AI-driven patient data analysis integrates with IoT-enabled neuromodulation device control to optimize energy delivery based on individual patient characteristics. The machine learning-based impedance analysis module detects changes in tissue impedance and adjusts energy delivery in real-time. The blockchain technology ensures secure and decentralized neuromodulation data management, allowing for personalized treatment insights.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The present inventive concept is novel and non-obvious due to the integration of AI, IoT, and blockchain technologies with neuromodulation devices, providing a synergistic combination that enhances the effectiveness, personalization, and security of neuromodulation treatments. The inventive concept's use of machine learning-based impedance analysis, AI-driven patient data analysis, and blockchain-based data storage sets it apart from the original patent and existing technologies.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include the use of different AI algorithms, IoT protocols, or blockchain architectures. Variations could also include the integration of additional sensors or devices, such as electroencephalography (EEG) or electromyography (EMG) sensors, to provide more comprehensive patient data analysis.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The present inventive concept has significant commercial potential in the medical device industry, particularly in the fields of neuromodulation, cardiology, and neurology. The integration of AI, IoT, and blockchain technologies could provide a competitive advantage in the market, attracting customers seeking personalized and secure neuromodulation treatments.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61B18/1492 |
| A | A61 | A61N1/36057 |
| A | A61 | A61N1/36139 |
| A | A61 | A61B2018/00267 |
| A | A61 | A61B2018/00404 |
| A | A61 | A61B2018/00434 |
| A | A61 | A61B2018/00511 |
| A | A61 | A61B2018/00577 |
| A | A61 | A61B2018/00875 |
| A | A61 | A61B2018/00898 |
| A | A61 | A61B2018/144 |
| A | A61 | A61B2018/1475 |
| A | A61 | A61N1/0551 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Biomedical engineering, specifically neuromodulation technologies, medical device design, and interventional medical systems with a focus on catheter-based neural stimulation and monitoring techniques
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A biomedical engineer or medical device designer with expertise in neural stimulation technologies, advanced sensor integration, signal processing, and familiarity with emerging digital health technologies such as AI, IoT, and data management systems
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that integrating digital technologies like AI, IoT, and blockchain into existing neuromodulation systems represents a predictable evolution of medical device design. The source patent's focus on precise neuromodulation element deployment naturally suggests opportunities for enhanced monitoring, data collection, and personalized treatment optimization through advanced computational techniques.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,249 |
|---|---|
| Title | Devices, systems, and methods for monitoring and/or controlling deployment of a neuromodulation element within a body lumen and related technology |
| Assignee(s) | Medtronic Ireland Manufacturing Unlimited Company |