Robot-Assisted Driving Systems for Diverse Industries

Publication ID: 24-11857281_0007_PTD
Published: November 07, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Robot-Assisted Driving Systems for Diverse Industries,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857281_0007_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857281_0007_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. 11,857,281.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

This inventive concept leverages the core technology of robot-assisted driving systems to tackle complex problems in various industries beyond medical instrumentation, including agriculture, environmental monitoring, search and rescue, infrastructure inspection, and autonomous delivery.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent focused on robot-assisted driving systems for flexible medical instruments. However, the core technology has broader applications. The new inventive concept addresses the limitations of the original patent by applying the technology to diverse industries, where it can bring significant value and innovation.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The new inventive concept involves adapting the robot-assisted driving system to navigate and operate in various environments, such as agricultural fields, environmental monitoring areas, debris-filled or hard-to-reach areas, infrastructure tunnels and bridges, and urban or rural delivery routes. The system utilizes sensors and autonomous navigation to optimize crop yields, collect environmental data, detect survivors or hazards, identify infrastructure damage, and avoid obstacles or pedestrians.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce novel applications of the robot-assisted driving system, expanding its use beyond medical instrumentation. The inventive step lies in the adaptation of the core technology to address specific challenges in diverse industries, providing a new and non-obvious solution.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include customizing the robot-assisted driving system for specific industries, integrating additional sensors or tools, or developing modular components for easier deployment and maintenance.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in various industries, including agriculture, environmental monitoring, search and rescue, infrastructure inspection, and autonomous delivery. The target market includes companies and organizations seeking innovative solutions to complex problems, with potential for significant revenue growth and social impact.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,281
TitleRobot-assisted driving systems and methods
Assignee(s)Auris Health, Inc.