Robotic Surgical Systems for Specialized Environments

Publication ID: 24-11857351_0009_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:Specialized Variations & Niche Solutions

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Robotic Surgical Systems for Specialized Environments,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857351_0009_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857351_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. 11,857,351.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

The present invention relates to specialized robotic surgical systems designed for high-security, disaster relief, extreme weather, search and rescue, and remote or isolated areas, providing enhanced adaptability and reliability in unique operational environments.

Background and Problem Solved

The original robotic surgical system patent, while effective in general surgical settings, has limitations in addressing the specific challenges of high-security, disaster relief, extreme weather, search and rescue, and remote or isolated areas. The new inventive concept adapts the original system to these specialized environments, ensuring reliable and efficient surgical procedures in these contexts.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The new claims introduce specialized robotic surgical systems that cater to specific operational environments. Claim 1 presents a system for high-security environments, featuring tools and effector attachment devices designed to withstand extreme temperatures and humidity. Claim 2 describes a method for performing robotic surgery in a disaster relief setting, utilizing a portable system powered by a portable power source. Claim 3 outlines a system for extreme weather conditions, housed in a weather-resistant enclosure. Claim 4 details a system for search and rescue operations, emphasizing compactness and lightweight design for easy transport. Claim 5 presents a system for remote or isolated areas, incorporating a satellite communication system for remote monitoring and control. These specialized systems ensure reliable and efficient surgical procedures in unique operational environments.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce novel adaptations of the original robotic surgical system, addressing specific challenges in high-security, disaster relief, extreme weather, search and rescue, and remote or isolated areas. The inventive step lies in the tailored design of tools, effector attachment devices, and system components to withstand extreme conditions, ensuring reliable performance in these environments.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include modular system designs, enabling easy adaptation to various operational environments. Variations may include the use of advanced materials, such as nanomaterials or smart materials, to enhance system durability and performance.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The specialized robotic surgical systems have significant commercial potential in industries such as healthcare, disaster relief, search and rescue, and defense. The target market includes hospitals, medical facilities, and organizations operating in high-security, disaster relief, extreme weather, search and rescue, and remote or isolated areas.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61B50/22
A A61 A61B34/30
A A61 A61B34/35
A A61 A61B2017/00464

Field of Art

Robotic surgical systems with multi-axis manipulation, tool attachment mechanisms, and specialized medical robotics, requiring advanced mechanical engineering, medical device design, and surgical technology expertise

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A biomedical engineer or robotics specialist with advanced degree, expertise in surgical robotic design, understanding of modular tool systems, environmental adaptation techniques, and medical device engineering principles

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that adapting the base robotic surgical system to specialized environments represents predictable variations using known engineering techniques. The fundamental robotic architecture remains consistent, with modifications focused on environmental resilience, power management, and communication systems. These adaptations represent standard design iterations within surgical robotic technology.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Multi-axis surgical robot with tool attachment chuck system
PTD Variation
Specialized tool attachment devices designed for extreme temperature and humidity resistance
Obviousness Reasoning
Material selection and environmental hardening are standard engineering practices for extending device operational parameters, representing a predictable solution to environmental challenges
Source Patent Element
Surgical robot with interchangeable tools
PTD Variation
Compact, lightweight system for search and rescue operations
Obviousness Reasoning
Miniaturization and portability are well-established design goals in medical robotics, representing a known technique for expanding device deployment scenarios
Source Patent Element
Robotic system with computer control interface
PTD Variation
Satellite communication system for remote monitoring and control
Obviousness Reasoning
Integrating remote communication technologies is a standard approach for expanding operational range of robotic systems, utilizing known telecommunications engineering principles
Source Patent Element
Surgical robot with tool mounting mechanism
PTD Variation
Weather-resistant enclosure for extreme environmental conditions
Obviousness Reasoning
Protective encapsulation is a standard engineering solution for protecting sensitive electronic and mechanical systems, representing a predictable design modification
Source Patent Element
Surgical robot with power connection capabilities
PTD Variation
Portable power source for disaster relief deployment
Obviousness Reasoning
Developing alternative power solutions is a routine engineering task, particularly for mobile or emergency medical technologies
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on US Patent 11857351, the present publication demonstrates that the claimed variations in robotic surgical system design represent obvious extensions of existing technology, employing standard engineering techniques to adapt a base robotic surgical platform to specialized environmental conditions. A person having ordinary skill in the art would find the disclosed modifications to be predictable and non-inventive adaptations of known surgical robotic system architectures.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,351
TitleRobotic surgical system and method
Assignee(s)Globus Medical, Inc.