Robotic-Assisted Precision Solutions for Diverse Industries
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept leverages the core technology of robotic-assisted revision procedures to develop innovative solutions for precision farming, environmental remediation, autonomous underwater exploration, disaster response, and precision forestry.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent addressed the limitations of manual revision surgeries, but the core technology has broader applicability. The new inventive concept tackles the challenges of inaccuracy, inefficiency, and environmental impact in various industries by adapting the robotic-assisted system to novel use cases.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept comprises a robotic-assisted system, adapted to specific industries, and a planning module that generates a removal or intervention plan based on real-time monitoring of environmental conditions. The system enables precise removal of unwanted elements, minimizing disturbance or damage to surrounding ecosystems. In precision farming, the system removes weeds or unwanted plants with minimal soil disturbance. In environmental remediation, it precisely removes pollutants from contaminated soil or water. In autonomous underwater exploration, it navigates and removes debris from shipwrecks or other underwater sites while preserving historical artifacts. In disaster response, it quickly and accurately removes debris from disaster sites, minimizing risk to rescue workers. In precision forestry, it selectively removes trees with minimal environmental impact.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce novel applications of the robotic-assisted system, expanding its use beyond revision surgeries to diverse industries. The inventive step lies in the adaptation of the core technology to address specific challenges in each industry, demonstrating a non-obvious and innovative approach to solving real-world problems.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include modifications to the robotic-assisted system, such as adapting it for use in other industries like construction, mining, or search and rescue. Variations could also include the integration of additional sensors or AI-powered decision-making algorithms to enhance the system's precision and efficiency.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential across multiple industries, including agriculture, environmental services, underwater exploration, disaster response, and forestry. The market demand for precision solutions is growing, driven by the need for increased efficiency, reduced environmental impact, and improved safety.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61B34/20 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/055 |
| A | A61 | A61B6/032 |
| A | A61 | A61B8/0875 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/15 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/1703 |
| A | A61 | A61B34/30 |
| A | A61 | A61B90/361 |
| A | A61 | A61B90/37 |
| A | A61 | A61B2034/102 |
| A | A61 | A61B2034/105 |
| A | A61 | A61B2034/2055 |
| A | A61 | A61B2034/2065 |
| A | A61 | A61B2090/3983 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Robotic-assisted precision intervention systems, spanning medical, environmental, and industrial applications, with expertise in tracked instrument guidance, real-time boundary generation, and targeted removal procedures
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A multidisciplinary engineer with advanced degrees in robotics, mechanical engineering, or biomedical engineering, possessing skills in sensor integration, motion tracking, computational planning, and adaptive control systems
Obviousness Rationale
The PTD demonstrates a straightforward technological translation of the source patent's core robotic-assisted intervention methodology by applying its fundamental tracking, guidance, and precision removal principles to diverse contextual domains. A PHOSITA would recognize the source patent's core technological framework as readily adaptable across different intervention scenarios by substituting domain-specific parameters while maintaining the fundamental robotic tracking and boundary generation approach. The systematic approach of capturing instrument positions, generating virtual boundaries, and executing precise removals represents a generalizable technological strategy applicable beyond surgical contexts.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,270 |
|---|---|
| Title | Systems and methods for a robotic-assisted revision procedure |
| Assignee(s) | MAKO Surgical Corp. |