Enhanced Medical Imaging System with Synergistic Technologies

Publication ID: 24-11857375_0008_PTD

Published: October 28, 2025

Category:Synergistic Combinations

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Enhanced Medical Imaging System with Synergistic Technologies,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857375_0008_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857375_0008_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. 11,857,375.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

The present inventive concept integrates a medical imaging system with blockchain, AI, IoT, and other distinct technologies to create a more powerful system for capturing, processing, and analyzing medical images, enhancing the accuracy and efficiency of medical diagnoses.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent disclosed a medical imaging system with limited capabilities. The present inventive concept addresses the limitations by incorporating synergistic technologies to provide a more comprehensive and secure medical imaging system. The integration of blockchain ensures secure data storage and sharing, while AI and IoT enable advanced image processing and real-time monitoring.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The inventive concept comprises a medical imaging apparatus, a processor, and a blockchain-based data storage unit. The processor acquires a first medical image obtained by capturing an image of a breast as an object using a first imaging apparatus in a state in which the breast is fixed by compression. The blockchain-based data storage unit securely stores and shares the first medical image with authorized healthcare professionals. Additionally, the inventive concept may include an AI-powered image processing module, an IoT-enabled sensor to monitor and adjust the compression force, and a cloud-based image interpretation platform.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce the integration of blockchain, AI, and IoT technologies with the medical imaging system, providing a novel and non-obvious solution that enhances the security, accuracy, and efficiency of medical image capture, processing, and analysis.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments may include integrating the medical imaging system with other distinct technologies, such as natural language processing, computer vision, or robotics. Variations may include using different types of imaging modalities, such as MRI or CT scans, or applying the inventive concept to other medical imaging applications, such as cancer diagnosis or neuroimaging.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The enhanced medical imaging system has significant commercial potential in the healthcare industry, particularly in the fields of breast cancer diagnosis, medical image analysis, and healthcare data management. The market for medical imaging systems is expected to grow, driven by the increasing demand for accurate and efficient medical diagnoses.

CPC Classifications

Section	Class	Group
A	A61	A61B8/5261
A	A61	A61B8/0825
A	A61	A61B8/403
A	A61	A61B8/4416
A	A61	A61B8/469
A	A61	A61B8/54

Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)

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Field of Art

Medical imaging systems, specifically breast imaging technologies involving multi-modal image acquisition, compression techniques, and advanced data processing methods

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A biomedical engineer or medical imaging specialist with expertise in radiology technologies, computer vision, data processing algorithms, and interdisciplinary medical technology integration, holding advanced degrees in biomedical engineering or medical physics

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that integrating emerging technologies like blockchain, AI, and IoT into medical imaging systems represents a predictable evolution of existing medical imaging architectures. The source patent's foundational medical imaging methodology provides a clear technical framework that naturally supports technological augmentation through standard engineering design choices. The proposed variations represent incremental improvements using well-established technological integration techniques common in medical technology development.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element

Medical imaging system for breast imaging with compression and multi-modal image capture

PTD Variation

Adding blockchain-based secure data storage for medical images

Obviousness Reasoning

Secure data management is a known requirement in medical imaging, and blockchain represents a predictable technological solution for ensuring data integrity and controlled access

Source Patent Element

Image capture of breast using compression techniques

PTD Variation

Implementing IoT-enabled sensors to dynamically monitor and adjust compression force

Obviousness Reasoning

Real-time sensor monitoring is a standard technique in medical device design, providing enhanced precision and patient safety through automated force regulation

Source Patent Element

Medical imaging system for capturing diagnostic images

PTD Variation

Integrating AI-powered deep learning algorithms for image analysis and abnormality detection

Obviousness Reasoning

Machine learning techniques for medical image interpretation are well-established, representing a natural progression of diagnostic imaging technologies

Source Patent Element

Medical imaging methodology for capturing breast images

PTD Variation

Cloud-based image interpretation platform using natural language processing

Obviousness Reasoning

Remote diagnostic platforms and advanced interpretation technologies are standard evolutionary steps in medical imaging systems, addressing scalability and accessibility challenges

Source Patent Element

Medical imaging system for capturing diagnostic images

PTD Variation

Using generative adversarial networks to create synthetic medical images based on patient history

Obviousness Reasoning

Advanced computational imaging techniques are increasingly common in medical research, representing a predictable application of machine learning to personalized medical diagnostics

35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11857375 and the disclosed technological variations, a person of ordinary skill in the art would find the proposed medical imaging system enhancements obvious and predictable. The integration of blockchain, AI, IoT, and cloud technologies represents standard evolutionary design choices within medical imaging technology, rendering potential patent claims obvious and lacking non-obvious inventive merit.

Original Patent Information

Patent Number	US 11,857,375
Title	Medical imaging system
Assignee(s)	FUJI ELECTRIC CO., LTD.