Specialized Head-Mounted Display Systems for Niche Surgical Environments

Publication ID: 24-11857378_0009_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:Specialized Variations & Niche Solutions

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Specialized Head-Mounted Display Systems for Niche Surgical Environments,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857378_0009_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857378_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. 11,857,378.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

The inventive concept adapts head-mounted display systems for specific, high-stress surgical environments, such as high-security, disaster relief, extreme weather conditions, high-altitude, and underwater operations, ensuring precise tracking and visual guidance in these unique settings.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent disclosed systems for adjusting and tracking head-mounted displays during surgery, including with surgical helmets. However, these systems lacked adaptability for specialized, high-stress environments, which necessitate enhanced security, portability, and durability. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by introducing specialized variations of the head-mounted display system tailored to these niche markets.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The inventive concept encompasses four primary embodiments, each designed for a specific surgical environment. The high-security system features enhanced encryption and secure data transmission, ensuring confidentiality in sensitive operations. The disaster relief system is portable, solar-powered, and GPS-enabled, facilitating precise tracking in remote areas. The extreme weather condition system boasts a waterproof and dust-resistant design, while the high-altitude system incorporates a pressurized and oxygen-enriched environment. The underwater system features a waterproof and pressure-resistant design. In each embodiment, the mechanical adjusting mechanism ensures precise alignment of the head-mounted display in these challenging environments.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce novel adaptations of the head-mounted display system for specialized surgical environments, providing a non-obvious combination of features that address the unique challenges of these niche markets.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments could include variations of the head-mounted display system for other specialized environments, such as search and rescue operations, space exploration, or contaminated zones. These variations could incorporate additional features, such as advanced biometric sensors, augmented reality capabilities, or integrated communication systems.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in various industries, including healthcare, disaster relief, aerospace, and defense. The specialized head-mounted display systems could be marketed to hospitals, emergency response teams, military organizations, and research institutions, providing a competitive edge in these niche markets.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61B90/37
G G02 G02B27/0176
G G06 G06F1/163
A A61 A61B2017/00907
A A61 A61B2090/372
A A61 A61B2090/502
G G02 G02B2027/0159

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,378
TitleSystems for adjusting and tracking head mounted displays during surgery including with surgical helmets
Assignee(s)OnPoint Medical, Inc.