Adaptive Navigation Systems for Specialized Environments

Publication ID: 24-11857267_0004_PTD
Published: November 07, 2025
Category:Specialized Variations & Niche Solutions

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Adaptive Navigation Systems for Specialized Environments,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857267_0004_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857267_0004_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. 11,857,267.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

A navigation system adaptable to high-security, disaster relief, extreme weather, underground tunnel, and search and rescue environments, ensuring accurate instrument tracking and navigation in these unique settings.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent provides a general navigation system, but it lacks specific adaptations for specialized environments. This new inventive concept addresses the limitations of the original patent by providing tailored solutions for high-security, disaster relief, extreme weather, underground tunnel, and search and rescue environments.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The new inventive concept includes a secure communication module for high-security environments, a satellite communication link for disaster relief, a weather-resistant transmitter system for extreme weather conditions, a tracking device adapted for low-light environments in underground tunnels, and a wireless communication link for search and rescue operations. These adaptations enable accurate instrument tracking and navigation in these unique environments.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new inventive concept's novelty lies in its adaptability to various specialized environments, which is not addressed in the original patent. The inventive step is the combination of specific adaptations for each environment, providing a comprehensive solution for navigation in these unique settings.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments may include using different communication protocols, such as Bluetooth or Wi-Fi, or integrating the navigation system with other devices, such as drones or robots, to enhance its capabilities in specialized environments.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The adaptive navigation system has potential applications in various industries, including healthcare, disaster response, construction, and emergency services. The market demand for such a system is high, particularly in areas prone to natural disasters or requiring high-security measures.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61B34/20
A A61 A61B90/37
A A61 A61B2034/2051
A A61 A61B2034/2055
A A61 A61B2560/0223

Field of Art

Medical navigation systems, specifically instrument tracking and signal transmission technologies for surgical and diagnostic procedures, with expertise in spread spectrum communication, signal processing, and medical device tracking

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A biomedical engineer or medical device technologist with advanced knowledge of signal transmission, communication protocols, embedded systems, and navigation technologies for medical instruments, typically holding a Master's or PhD in biomedical engineering or electrical engineering

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the PTD's environmental adaptations represent predictable variations of the source patent's core navigation system technology, applying known signal transmission and communication techniques to specialized contexts with standard engineering modifications that do not require inventive complexity.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Spread spectrum signal generation with binary pseudo noise signal transmission
PTD Variation
Adapting signal transmission for specific environments like disaster relief, underground tunnels, and search and rescue operations
Obviousness Reasoning
A PHOSITA would understand that signal transmission principles remain consistent across environments, with minor protocol or hardware adaptations being routine design choices
Source Patent Element
Controller-based signal generation and tracking
PTD Variation
Adding secure communication modules, satellite links, and environment-specific tracking device configurations
Obviousness Reasoning
Integrating additional communication channels and security features represents a predictable enhancement using known telecommunications techniques
Source Patent Element
Wired and wireless signal transmission between controller and transmitter system
PTD Variation
Implementing specialized wireless communication protocols for high-security, extreme weather, and search and rescue scenarios
Obviousness Reasoning
Selecting appropriate communication protocols for specific environments is a standard engineering optimization process with finite, predictable solution sets
Source Patent Element
Signal transmission through electronic components and coils
PTD Variation
Developing weather-resistant transmitter systems and signal transmission through solid materials
Obviousness Reasoning
Modifying electronic components to withstand environmental challenges is a routine engineering task with well-established design principles
Source Patent Element
Tracking device signal sensing and pose evaluation
PTD Variation
Creating tracking devices adapted for low-light, high-security, and disaster relief environments
Obviousness Reasoning
Configuring tracking devices for specific operational contexts represents standard sensor and embedded system design practices
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Pursuant to 35 U.S.C. ยง 103, the variations disclosed in this publication would have been obvious to a person having ordinary skill in the art at the time of invention, as they represent predictable extensions of the navigation system technology disclosed in US Patent 11857267, employing standard engineering techniques to adapt signal transmission and tracking methodologies to specialized environmental contexts.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,267
TitleSystem and method for navigation
Assignee(s)Medtronic Navigation, Inc.