Intelligent Force-Sensed Surface Scanning Systems for Enhanced Organ Mapping

Publication ID: 24-11857379_0008_PTD

Published: October 28, 2025

Category:Synergistic Combinations

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Intelligent Force-Sensed Surface Scanning Systems for Enhanced Organ Mapping,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857379_0008_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857379_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. 11,857,379.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

This inventive concept integrates force-sensed surface scanning technology with distinct technologies like AI, IoT, blockchain, and new materials to create a more accurate, efficient, and secure system for registering intraoperative surface-scanned volume models of anatomical organs with preoperative image-segmented volume models.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent disclosed a force-sensed surface scanning system for registering intraoperative surface-scanned volume models of anatomical organs with preoperative image-segmented volume models. However, the system had limitations in terms of accuracy, efficiency, and security. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by synergistically combining the original technology with other distinct technologies to provide a more comprehensive solution.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The new inventive concept comprises a system for force-sensed surface scanning incorporating artificial intelligence, IoT technology, blockchain technology, and new materials. The system includes a scanning robot with a surface scanning end-effector that generates force sensing data, which is integrated with machine learning algorithms to predict an optimal surface deformation offset. The system also incorporates IoT technology to enable real-time communication between the scanning robot and the surface scanning controller. Furthermore, the system uses blockchain technology to ensure data integrity and security by storing digital twins of anatomical organs on a blockchain network. Additionally, the system integrates data from sensors embedded in new materials to enhance the accuracy of the surface deformation offset. The system can also be used in conjunction with AI-powered image segmentation to guide the force-sensed surface scanning and predict an optimal surface deformation offset.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new inventive concept's novelty lies in the synergistic combination of force-sensed surface scanning technology with distinct technologies like AI, IoT, blockchain, and new materials. The inventive step is the integration of these technologies to provide a more accurate, efficient, and secure system for registering intraoperative surface-scanned volume models of anatomical organs with preoperative image-segmented volume models.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include using different machine learning algorithms or IoT communication protocols. Variations of the system could also include using different types of new materials or integrating additional technologies like computer vision or robotics.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in the medical imaging and healthcare industries, particularly in applications such as surgical planning, navigation, and training. The system's enhanced accuracy, efficiency, and security make it an attractive solution for hospitals, research institutions, and medical device manufacturers.

CPC Classifications

Section	Class	Group
A	A61	A61B90/03
A	A61	A61B34/20
A	A61	A61B34/30
A	A61	A61B90/06
G	G06	G06T7/10
A	A61	A61B2034/2068
A	A61	A61B2090/065
A	A61	A61B2090/378
G	G06	G06T2207/10028
G	G06	G06T2207/30004

Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)

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Field of Art

Medical robotics and surgical imaging systems, specifically surface scanning technologies for anatomical organ mapping, requiring expertise in robotics, medical imaging, sensor technologies, and computational modeling

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A skilled practitioner with advanced degrees in biomedical engineering, robotics, or medical imaging, possessing knowledge of surface scanning techniques, force sensing technologies, and computational methods for medical volume modeling

Obviousness Rationale

A person having ordinary skill in the art would recognize that integrating emerging technologies like AI, IoT, and blockchain with existing force-sensed surface scanning systems represents a predictable technological evolution. The source patent establishes a foundational framework for surface scanning with force sensing, which naturally invites augmentation through computational and communication technologies. The PTD's variations demonstrate straightforward technological extensions that would be apparent to a skilled practitioner seeking to enhance medical scanning precision and data management.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element

Surface scanning end-effector generating force sensing data for anatomical organ scanning

PTD Variation

Integrating machine learning algorithms to predict optimal surface deformation offset based on force sensing data

Obviousness Reasoning

Applying machine learning to sensor data is a known technique for improving predictive accuracy, representing a standard design optimization approach in robotics and medical imaging systems

Source Patent Element

Surface scanning controller for defining sampling scan paths and volume models

PTD Variation

Incorporating IoT communication protocols for real-time data transmission between scanning robot and controller

Obviousness Reasoning

Implementing networked communication in robotic systems is a predictable technological improvement, enabling enhanced data synchronization and remote monitoring capabilities

Source Patent Element

System for generating intraoperative volume models of anatomical organs

PTD Variation

Using blockchain technology to create and secure digital twins of scanned anatomical organs

Obviousness Reasoning

Applying blockchain for data integrity is a logical extension of existing data management practices, offering a standardized approach to ensuring secure, immutable medical imaging records

Source Patent Element

Surface scanning system with force sensing capabilities

PTD Variation

Integrating sensors embedded in new materials to enhance surface deformation offset accuracy

Obviousness Reasoning

Incorporating advanced materials with enhanced sensing capabilities represents a predictable technological progression in robotic and medical scanning systems

35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Pursuant to 35 U.S.C. § 103, the variations disclosed in this publication would be obvious to a person having ordinary skill in the art in view of US Patent 11857379, as the technological extensions represent predictable combinations of known techniques in medical robotics, computational modeling, and sensor technologies. The disclosed innovations constitute prima facie obviousness by demonstrating straightforward technological augmentations to existing surface scanning methodologies.

Original Patent Information

Patent Number	US 11,857,379
Title	Force sensed surface scanning systems, devices, controllers and methods
Assignee(s)	Koninklijke Philips N.V.