Specialized Endoscopic Optoacoustic Imaging Devices for Niche Environments

Publication ID: 24-11857290_0009_PTD
Published: November 07, 2025
Category:Specialized Variations & Niche Solutions

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Specialized Endoscopic Optoacoustic Imaging Devices for Niche Environments,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857290_0009_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857290_0009_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. 11,857,290.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

This inventive concept adapts the original endoscopic optoacoustic imaging device for specific, narrow markets or unique operational environments, such as high-security needs, disaster relief, extreme weather conditions, search and rescue operations, and high-altitude environments.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent for endoscopic optoacoustic imaging devices has limitations in its adaptability to diverse environments. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by introducing specialized variations and niche solutions to cater to specific markets and operational conditions.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The new inventive concept encompasses a range of specialized devices and methods for endoscopic optoacoustic imaging. For high-security environments, the device includes a secure communication channel and biometric authentication module. For disaster relief, the device is portable and utilizes a satellite-based communication network. For extreme weather conditions, the device features a weather-resistant housing, temperature-controlled imaging unit, and self-cleaning mechanism. For search and rescue operations, the device is wearable and includes GPS and wireless communication modules. For high-altitude environments, the device is pressurized and incorporates a barometric pressure sensor.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new inventive concept's novelty lies in its adaptability to diverse environments, achieved through the introduction of specialized components and features that address specific challenges in each niche market. The inventive step is in the combination of these components and features to create devices and methods that are tailored to unique operational conditions.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments may include variations in the design of the secure communication channel, biometric authentication module, or satellite-based communication network. Other variations could involve different types of wearable devices or pressurized imaging units. Additionally, the inventive concept could be applied to other niche environments, such as underwater or space exploration.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The specialized endoscopic optoacoustic imaging devices have significant commercial potential in various industries, including healthcare, disaster response, search and rescue, and aerospace. The market demand for such devices is expected to grow as the need for adaptable and reliable imaging solutions increases in diverse environments.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,290
TitleDevice for endoscopic optoacoustic imaging, in particular for endoscopic optoacoustic imaging of cavities and hollow objects
Assignee(s)HELMHOLTZ ZENTRUM MUENCHEN—DEUTSCHES FORSCHUNGSZENTRUM FUERGESUNDHEIT UND UMWELT (GMBH)