Published Technical Disclosure Archive

Enhanced Integrated Medical Imaging and Surgical Robotic System

Publication ID: 24-11857269_0006_PTD
Published: November 07, 2025
Category:Direct Improvements & Enhancements

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Enhanced Integrated Medical Imaging and Surgical Robotic System,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857269_0006_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857269_0006_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

An advanced surgical system integrating real-time imaging, machine learning, haptic feedback, and virtual reality to enhance precision, safety, and efficiency in robotically-assisted surgery.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent disclosed a surgical robotic system with an integrated imaging device. However, it had limitations in providing real-time feedback, optimal surgical pathways, and compensating for hand tremors. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by incorporating advanced features to improve surgical outcomes.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The enhanced system comprises a robotic arm with an integrated imaging device capable of capturing real-time imaging data. The data is transmitted to a controller that utilizes machine learning algorithms to predict optimal surgical pathways and adjust the robotic arm's movement accordingly. Additionally, a haptic feedback module provides tactile feedback to the surgeon, while a stabilization module compensates for hand tremors. The system also generates a virtual reality model of the patient's anatomy, guiding the robotic arm's movement during surgery. A simulator-based training method is also provided for surgeons to hone their skills.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce real-time imaging data analysis, machine learning-based surgical pathway prediction, haptic feedback, and virtual reality model generation, which are novel and non-obvious improvements over the original patent.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments may include using different imaging modalities, such as MRI or ultrasound, or incorporating additional sensors for enhanced feedback. Variations may also include adapting the system for use in different surgical specialties or developing a modular design for easier maintenance and upgrade.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The enhanced surgical system has significant commercial potential in the medical device industry, particularly in the areas of robotically-assisted surgery, surgical training, and virtual reality-based healthcare solutions. The target market includes hospitals, surgical centers, and medical research institutions.

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

Robotic surgical systems with integrated medical imaging technologies, involving interdisciplinary expertise in robotics, medical imaging, computer vision, machine learning, and surgical instrumentation

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A biomedical engineer or robotics specialist with advanced degrees, expertise in surgical robotics, medical imaging processing, machine learning algorithms, and knowledge of minimally invasive surgical techniques

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that integrating machine learning, real-time imaging analysis, and advanced feedback mechanisms represents predictable technological improvements to existing robotic surgical systems. The source patent establishes a foundational framework for robotic surgical guidance, which naturally invites incremental enhancements in computational intelligence, sensor integration, and surgical precision. These variations represent logical extensions of existing technological capabilities within a well-established technological domain.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Robotic arm with integrated imaging device for surgical positioning
PTD Variation
Adding machine learning algorithms to analyze real-time imaging data and dynamically adjust robotic arm movement
Obviousness Reasoning
Applying machine learning to medical imaging guidance represents a known technique for improving surgical precision, with predictable results of enhanced navigation and reduced human error
Source Patent Element
Surgical tool guidance based on pre-operative imaging data
PTD Variation
Generating virtual reality anatomical models to provide enhanced spatial visualization during surgical procedures
Obviousness Reasoning
Creating immersive 3D visualization is a standard design optimization in medical robotics, representing a straightforward application of existing computational graphics technologies
Source Patent Element
Robotic surgical system with positional control
PTD Variation
Implementing haptic feedback and stabilization modules to compensate for surgeon hand tremors
Obviousness Reasoning
Tremor compensation is a well-recognized challenge in surgical robotics, with multiple known technological approaches for mechanical stabilization and sensory feedback
Source Patent Element
Surgical imaging and positioning method
PTD Variation
Developing simulator-based training environments that replicate real surgical scenarios
Obviousness Reasoning
Medical simulation technologies are standard practice for skill development, representing an obvious extension of existing robotic surgical system capabilities
Source Patent Element
Computed tomography imaging for surgical guidance
PTD Variation
Expanding imaging modalities to include MRI, ultrasound, and multi-sensor integration
Obviousness Reasoning
Diversifying medical imaging technologies is a predictable engineering approach to improving diagnostic and surgical precision
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Pursuant to 35 U.S.C. ยง 103, the variations disclosed herein would be obvious to a person of ordinary skill in the art at the time of invention, building upon the foundational teachings of US Patent 11857269. The incremental technological enhancements represent predictable refinements within the established domain of robotic surgical systems, combining known techniques with foreseeable computational and sensor integration strategies.

Original Patent Information

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