Published Technical Disclosure Archive

Modular Energy System with Integrated Synergistic Technologies

Publication ID: 24-11857252_0003_PTD
Published: November 07, 2025
Category:Synergistic Combinations

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Modular Energy System with Integrated Synergistic Technologies,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857252_0003_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857252_0003_PTD
This technical disclosure describes improvements that would be readily apparent to a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art (PHOSITA) when considered in combination with the foundational architecture disclosed in U.S. Patent No. 11,857,252.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

A novel modular energy system integrating distinct technologies such as AI, IoT, blockchain, and novel materials to create a more powerful, efficient, and secure system for various surgical procedures.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent addresses the need for streamlined capital solutions in operating rooms (ORs) by proposing a modular energy system. However, this system lacks integration with other technologies to provide a more comprehensive solution. The new inventive concept solves this problem by combining the patented modular energy system with AI, IoT, blockchain, and novel materials to create a more powerful and efficient system.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The modular energy system integrates a bezel with light blocking features with an AI-powered surgical proceduralization module to optimize energy delivery for various surgical procedures. The system further includes a blockchain-based authentication mechanism to ensure secure data exchange between the instrument and the energy module. Additionally, IoT sensors are utilized to track energy consumption and provide predictive maintenance alerts. The bezel comprises a novel light-blocking material integrated with a radio frequency identification token for wireless surgical instruments. The system also incorporates a machine learning algorithm to predict and prevent surgical procedural errors.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce a synergistic combination of the patented modular energy system with distinct technologies, providing a more comprehensive solution for operating rooms. The integration of AI, IoT, blockchain, and novel materials creates a new, more powerful system that is not obvious from the original patent.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept may include integrating the modular energy system with other technologies such as augmented reality, robotic assistance, or advanced sensors. Variations of the system may be designed for specific surgical procedures or medical specialties.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in the medical device industry, particularly in the fields of surgical energy systems, operating room management, and medical informatics. The target market includes hospitals, clinics, and medical device manufacturers.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61B18/18
F F21 F21V23/06
F F21 F21V31/005
F F21 F21V31/03
A A61 A61B34/25
A A61 A61B90/37
A A61 A61B2018/00178
A A61 A61B2018/1807
A A61 A61B2090/372
F F21 F21W2131/205
F F21 F21Y2115/10

Field of Art

Surgical energy systems and medical device integration, specifically focusing on modular electrosurgical systems with optical and mechanical interface technologies

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A biomedical engineer with expertise in surgical instrumentation, electrical engineering, and medical device integration, possessing advanced degrees and 5-7 years of industry experience in medical technology design

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that integrating additional technological layers such as AI, blockchain, and IoT into the existing modular energy system represents predictable extensions of known medical device innovation strategies. The source patent's fundamental modular design provides a clear technological framework that naturally invites incremental technological enhancements. The proposed variations represent logical combinations of known technologies within a well-established surgical systems engineering context.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Port module with light pipe and mounting features for energy system interfaces
PTD Variation
Integration of RFID token and novel light-blocking material into the bezel design
Obviousness Reasoning
A PHOSITA would recognize that adding wireless identification and advanced material technologies to existing modular interfaces represents a predictable design optimization with known techniques
Source Patent Element
Modular energy system with control circuit board
PTD Variation
AI-powered surgical proceduralization module for energy delivery optimization
Obviousness Reasoning
Applying machine learning algorithms to optimize surgical energy delivery represents a standard technological progression using well-established computational techniques
Source Patent Element
Surgical instrument interface with mounting and engagement features
PTD Variation
Blockchain-based authentication mechanism for secure instrument-module data exchange
Obviousness Reasoning
Implementing secure authentication protocols in medical device interfaces is a predictable solution addressing known cybersecurity concerns in medical technology
Source Patent Element
Energy module with control circuitry
PTD Variation
IoT sensors for energy consumption tracking and predictive maintenance
Obviousness Reasoning
Integrating sensor-based monitoring and predictive maintenance represents a standard engineering approach to improving device reliability and performance
Source Patent Element
Modular surgical system design
PTD Variation
Machine learning algorithm for predicting and preventing surgical procedural errors
Obviousness Reasoning
Applying computational error prediction techniques to surgical systems is a logical extension of existing medical technology risk management strategies
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on US Patent 11857252's disclosure of a modular energy system with light pipe and mounting interfaces, the present publication demonstrates that a person of ordinary skill in the art would find the proposed technological variations obvious and predictable extensions of existing surgical system design principles, thereby establishing prima facie obviousness under 35 U.S.C. ยง 103.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,252
TitleBezel with light blocking features for modular energy system
Assignee(s)Cilag GmbH International