Synergistic Integration of Ultrasonic Robotic Surgical Navigation with Emerging Technologies
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
The present disclosure integrates the patented ultrasonic robotic surgical navigation system with cutting-edge technologies such as blockchain, AI, IoT, and novel materials to create a more powerful, secure, and precise surgical navigation system.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent's ultrasonic robotic surgical navigation system has limitations in terms of data security, precision, and real-time guidance. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by incorporating emerging technologies to enhance the system's capabilities.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The new system comprises a robot having a robot base, a robot arm coupled to the robot base, and an end-effector coupled to the robot arm, the end-effector configured to guide movement of a surgical instrument. The system integrates blockchain-enabled secure data storage for storing and tracking surgical procedure data, AI-assisted surgical navigation for real-time guidance, IoT-enabled communication for transmitting instrument movement data to a remote monitoring system, and novel nanomaterial-based coatings for reducing friction and improving instrument movement precision. The system's components work synergistically to provide enhanced precision, security, and real-time guidance during surgical procedures.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce novel combinations of the patented ultrasonic robotic surgical navigation system with emerging technologies, providing a non-obvious and innovative solution that enhances the system's capabilities and addresses the limitations of the original patent.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments may include integrating the system with other emerging technologies such as augmented reality or 5G networks. Variations may include using different types of sensors or machine learning algorithms to analyze US imaging data.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in the medical device industry, particularly in the areas of robotic-assisted surgery, surgical navigation, and healthcare data management. The system's enhanced precision, security, and real-time guidance capabilities make it an attractive solution for hospitals, clinics, and medical research institutions.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61B34/20 |
| A | A61 | A61B34/10 |
| A | A61 | A61B34/30 |
| A | A61 | A61B90/06 |
| A | A61 | A61B2034/107 |
| A | A61 | A61B2034/2048 |
| A | A61 | A61B2034/2057 |
| A | A61 | A61B2034/2063 |
| A | A61 | A61B2034/2065 |
| A | A61 | A61B2090/062 |
| A | A61 | A61B2090/3925 |
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,273 |
|---|---|
| Title | Ultrasonic robotic surgical navigation |
| Assignee(s) | Globus Medical, Inc. |