Published Technical Disclosure Archive

Next-Generation Integrated Medical Imaging and Surgical Robotic System

Publication ID: 24-11857269_0005_PTD
Published: November 07, 2025
Category:Future Evolutions & Paradigm Shifts

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Next-Generation Integrated Medical Imaging and Surgical Robotic System,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857269_0005_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857269_0005_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. 11,857,269.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

A futuristic medical imaging and surgical robotic system that leverages swarm robotics, artificial general intelligence, and machine learning to revolutionize minimally-invasive surgical procedures, enabling unprecedented precision, adaptability, and personalized care.

Background and Problem Solved

Current surgical robotic systems rely on pre-operative diagnostic images and manual control, which can be time-consuming, limiting, and prone to human error. The next-generation system addresses these limitations by introducing autonomous, real-time, and adaptive capabilities, ensuring optimal surgical outcomes and minimizing complications.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The system comprises a swarm of micro-robots injected into the patient's body, navigating to the target area using real-time imaging data. A neural network-based image processing system integrates data from multiple imaging modalities, providing predictive analytics for optimal surgical outcomes. Artificial general intelligence autonomously performs complex surgical procedures, adapting to unexpected events. Personalized surgical planning is achieved through machine learning algorithms analyzing the patient's medical history, genetic profile, and real-time imaging data. A hybrid robotic system combines the benefits of robotic-assisted surgery with manual surgical techniques, allowing seamless switching between autonomous and manual control during a procedure.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce a paradigm shift in surgical robotics, moving from manual control to autonomous, adaptive, and personalized care. The swarm robotics, artificial general intelligence, and machine learning components are novel and non-obvious compared to the original patent, providing a significant inventive step.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments may include varying the swarm robotics architecture, incorporating additional imaging modalities, or integrating with other medical devices. Variations may include adapting the system for specific surgical procedures, such as cardiovascular or neurosurgery, or developing specialized micro-robots for unique tasks.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The next-generation integrated medical imaging and surgical robotic system has immense commercial potential in the medical device and healthcare industries, targeting hospitals, clinics, and research institutions. The system's adaptability, precision, and personalized care capabilities will revolutionize minimally-invasive surgical procedures, driving market growth and adoption.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61B34/20
A A61 A61B5/0036
A A61 A61B5/055
A A61 A61B6/12
A A61 A61B6/547
A A61 A61B34/30
A A61 A61B46/10
A A61 A61B90/37
A A61 A61B90/39
A A61 A61B5/064
A A61 A61B5/1114
A A61 A61B5/1127
A A61 A61B6/032
A A61 A61B6/037
A A61 A61B6/04
A A61 A61B6/4441
A A61 A61B6/4447
A A61 A61B6/5264
A A61 A61B8/0841
A A61 A61B2034/2055
A A61 A61B2090/376
A A61 A61B2090/3762
A A61 A61B2090/3937
A A61 A61B2505/05

Field of Art

Medical Robotics and Surgical Imaging Systems, involving advanced medical technologies integrating robotic surgical platforms, medical imaging, and computer-assisted surgical techniques. Requires expertise in robotics, medical imaging, artificial intelligence, and surgical procedural design.

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A multidisciplinary expert with advanced degrees in biomedical engineering, robotics, or medical technology, possessing comprehensive knowledge of surgical robotic systems, medical imaging technologies, and emerging computational approaches to surgical intervention

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the PTD's proposed variations represent predictable technological extensions of the source patent's foundational robotic surgical imaging system. The disclosed improvements in micro-robotics, artificial intelligence, and adaptive surgical techniques represent natural progressions of existing robotic surgical technologies. The integration of machine learning and swarm robotics would be considered an incremental yet foreseeable advancement in the field of surgical robotics.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Robotic arm with imaging device for surgical positioning
PTD Variation
Swarm of micro-robots navigating using real-time imaging data
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable evolution of robotic surgical positioning, applying miniaturization and distributed control techniques known in robotics engineering
Source Patent Element
User-selected entrance and target points in imaging display
PTD Variation
Machine learning algorithms analyzing patient medical history and genetic profile for surgical planning
Obviousness Reasoning
Natural extension of existing surgical planning techniques, utilizing advanced computational methods to enhance precision and personalization
Source Patent Element
Robotic surgical system with end effector for guiding surgical tools
PTD Variation
Hybrid robotic system allowing seamless switching between autonomous and manual control
Obviousness Reasoning
Logical progression of robotic surgical systems, addressing limitations of fully autonomous approaches by maintaining human surgical oversight
Source Patent Element
Imaging device with CT scanning capabilities
PTD Variation
Neural network-based image processing system integrating multiple imaging modalities
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable technological advancement in medical imaging, applying known machine learning techniques to enhance diagnostic and surgical visualization
Source Patent Element
Robotic arm movement using inverse kinematics
PTD Variation
Artificial general intelligence autonomously performing complex surgical procedures
Obviousness Reasoning
Foreseeable technological progression from programmed robotic movements to more adaptive, intelligence-driven surgical interventions
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11857269 and the published technical disclosure, a person having ordinary skill in the art would find the proposed surgical robotic system variations obvious and lacking inventive step. The disclosed improvements represent predictable technological extensions utilizing known techniques in robotics, artificial intelligence, and medical imaging, thereby rendering potential patent claims obvious under 35 U.S.C. Section 103.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,269
TitleIntegrated medical imaging and surgical robotic system
Assignee(s)Mobius Imaging, LLC