Enhanced Markerless Navigation for Robotic-Assisted Surgery

Publication ID: 24-11857271_0006_PTD
Published: November 07, 2025
Category:Direct Improvements & Enhancements

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Enhanced Markerless Navigation for Robotic-Assisted Surgery,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857271_0006_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857271_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. 11,857,271.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

An improved markerless navigation system utilizing AI computer vision for enhanced accuracy, robustness, and real-time performance in robotic-assisted surgery.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent for markerless navigation using AI computer vision has limitations in terms of accuracy, robustness, and real-time performance. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by introducing machine learning algorithms, redundant sensor systems, high-resolution cameras, and dedicated graphics processing units to improve object tracking and visualization during surgical procedures.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The enhanced markerless navigation system comprises a machine learning-based object tracking module, a redundant sensor system, and a high-resolution camera with a dedicated graphics processing unit. The system utilizes a hybrid approach combining machine learning-based and triangulation-based tracking methods to achieve improved accuracy and robustness. A feedback loop adjusts the patterned light beam in real-time based on the object's movement and environmental conditions, ensuring optimal tracking performance. The system is capable of processing and rendering high-definition images of the surgical site in real-time, thereby improving the surgeon's visualization and control.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce novel improvements over the original patent, including the use of machine learning algorithms, redundant sensor systems, high-resolution cameras, and dedicated graphics processing units. These advancements provide a significant improvement in accuracy, robustness, and real-time performance, making the system more efficient and reliable for robotic-assisted surgery.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include the use of different machine learning algorithms, sensor configurations, or camera types. Variations could also involve adapting the system for use in other medical procedures or industries, such as quality control or material inspection.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The enhanced markerless navigation system has significant commercial potential in the medical device industry, particularly in robotic-assisted surgery. The system's improved accuracy, robustness, and real-time performance make it an attractive solution for hospitals and medical facilities seeking to improve surgical outcomes and reduce costs.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61B34/20
A A61 A61B90/39
G G06 G06N3/08
G G06 G06T7/10
G G06 G06T7/74
A A61 A61B2034/2057
A A61 A61B2034/2065
A A61 A61B2090/3945
A A61 A61B2090/3983
G G06 G06T2207/20081
G G06 G06T2207/20084

Field of Art

Medical robotics and computer vision, specifically surgical navigation systems involving AI-driven object tracking and image processing technologies. Requires expertise in machine learning, computer vision, medical imaging, and robotic surgical systems

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A skilled practitioner with advanced degrees in biomedical engineering, computer science, or robotics, possessing expertise in AI algorithms, medical imaging techniques, sensor fusion, and real-time tracking technologies

Obviousness Rationale

A person having ordinary skill in the art would recognize that the PTD's machine learning enhancements, redundant sensor systems, and hybrid tracking approaches represent predictable technological improvements to the foundational markerless navigation method disclosed in the source patent. The variations demonstrate standard engineering problem-solving techniques applied to enhance accuracy, robustness, and real-time performance of surgical tracking systems. These modifications would be considered obvious extensions of existing technological capabilities within medical robotics and computer vision domains.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Light beam projection and image segmentation for object tracking
PTD Variation
Machine learning algorithms integrated with triangulation-based tracking methods
Obviousness Reasoning
Combining machine learning with existing tracking techniques represents a known approach for improving tracking accuracy, with predictable results in computer vision applications
Source Patent Element
Patterned light beam projection for object contour identification
PTD Variation
Real-time adaptive feedback loop for dynamic light beam adjustment
Obviousness Reasoning
Implementing adaptive sensor feedback is a standard engineering technique for enhancing tracking performance, representing an obvious optimization to existing tracking methodologies
Source Patent Element
Surgical navigation using computer vision techniques
PTD Variation
Incorporation of dedicated graphics processing unit and high-resolution camera
Obviousness Reasoning
Upgrading computational and imaging hardware represents a predictable technological progression, utilizing standard design improvements to enhance system performance
Source Patent Element
Markerless tracking of surgical objects
PTD Variation
Redundant sensor system to ensure tracking reliability
Obviousness Reasoning
Implementing fault-tolerant sensor configurations is a well-known reliability engineering approach, representing an obvious solution to potential tracking interruptions
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11857271 and the disclosed technological variations, a person having ordinary skill in the art would find the claimed innovations obvious and therefore unpatentable. The published technical disclosure demonstrates that the claimed improvements represent straightforward technological extensions utilizing known techniques in medical robotics and computer vision, thereby rendering subsequent similar claims obvious under 35 U.S.C. Section 103.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,271
TitleMarkerless navigation using AI computer vision