Intelligent Teleoperated Systems with Synergistic Combinations

Publication ID: 24-11857280_0003_PTD
Published: November 07, 2025
Category:Synergistic Combinations

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Intelligent Teleoperated Systems with Synergistic Combinations,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857280_0003_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857280_0003_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. 11,857,280.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

The present inventive concept integrates teleoperated systems with distinct technologies such as AI, IoT, blockchain, and new materials to create a more powerful, efficient, and secure system for various applications.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent, 'Master/slave registration and control for teleoperation,' provides a foundational teleoperated system. However, it has limitations in terms of predictive analytics, data security, and haptic feedback. The present inventive concept addresses these limitations by incorporating AI-driven predictive analytics, blockchain-based data encryption, and new material-based haptic feedback modules to create a more advanced and synergistic teleoperated system.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The inventive concept comprises four main components: an AI-driven predictive analytics module, a blockchain-based data encryption module, a new material-based haptic feedback module, and an IoT sensor data integration module. These components work in conjunction to optimize end-effector pose control, ensure secure data transmission, and provide enhanced haptic feedback. The AI-driven predictive analytics module integrates teleoperation data with IoT sensor data to predict optimal end-effector poses. The blockchain-based data encryption module ensures secure data transmission by encrypting teleoperation commands. The new material-based haptic feedback module provides enhanced tactile feedback to the operator. The IoT sensor data integration module integrates IoT sensor data with teleoperation commands to optimize production processes and ensure quality control.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The novelty of the present inventive concept lies in the synergistic combination of distinct technologies to create a more advanced and efficient teleoperated system. The inventive step is the integration of AI, blockchain, new materials, and IoT sensor data to optimize end-effector pose control, ensure secure data transmission, and provide enhanced haptic feedback.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include the integration of other distinct technologies such as computer vision, machine learning, or augmented reality. Variations of the inventive concept could be implemented in different industries such as healthcare, manufacturing, or logistics.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The present inventive concept has significant commercial potential in various industries such as healthcare, manufacturing, and logistics. The integration of AI, blockchain, new materials, and IoT sensor data could revolutionize teleoperated systems, enabling more efficient, secure, and precise operations. The target market for this inventive concept includes companies involved in robotic surgery, quality control, and production processes.

Field of Art

Teleoperated robotic systems with advanced control mechanisms, focusing on end-effector pose control, reference frame alignment, and human-machine interaction interfaces

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A robotics engineer or control systems specialist with expertise in teleoperation, computer-aided control systems, sensor integration, and advanced human-machine interfaces, typically holding a master's or PhD in robotics, mechanical engineering, or computer science

Obviousness Rationale

A person of ordinary skill would recognize that the PTD's proposed variations represent predictable extensions of the source patent's core teleoperation control methodology. The integration of AI, IoT, and blockchain technologies with existing teleoperation frameworks represents a natural progression of control system design. These modifications apply well-known interdisciplinary techniques to enhance the fundamental pose control and reference frame alignment principles established in the source patent.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
End-effector pose control using reference frame alignment techniques
PTD Variation
AI-driven predictive analytics for optimizing end-effector pose control by integrating IoT sensor data
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable application of machine learning techniques to enhance existing pose control methodologies, representing a known approach to improving robotic system performance
Source Patent Element
Input device and control system with reference frame transformations
PTD Variation
Blockchain-based data encryption for secure teleoperation command transmission
Obviousness Reasoning
Applying standard cybersecurity techniques to protect data transmission in robotic control systems, representing a routine security enhancement
Source Patent Element
Teleoperation system with orientation determination capabilities
PTD Variation
New material-based haptic feedback module integrated with end-effector orientation determination
Obviousness Reasoning
Combining known haptic feedback technologies with existing orientation control methods, representing a predictable technological improvement
Source Patent Element
Control system with input device and image presentation alignment
PTD Variation
IoT sensor data integration to optimize production processes and quality control
Obviousness Reasoning
Extending teleoperation control principles to include broader sensor-driven process optimization, representing a logical system enhancement
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11857280 and the disclosed variations, a person of ordinary skill would find the proposed teleoperation system modifications obvious and predictable. The combination of AI, blockchain, IoT, and advanced materials with existing teleoperation control methodologies represents a straightforward technological progression that would be apparent to a skilled practitioner in the field of robotic control systems.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,280
TitleMaster/slave registration and control for teleoperation
Assignee(s)INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC.