Synergistic Imaging Element Cleaning Systems
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
Integrating patented imaging element cleaning technology with distinct technologies such as AI, IoT, blockchain, and novel materials to create more powerful, efficient, and connected systems for facilitating cleaning of imaging elements in various applications.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed devices, apparatuses, systems, and methods for facilitating cleaning of an imaging element of an imaging device. However, these solutions were limited to specific attachment bodies and sheath assemblies. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by integrating the patented technology with other distinct technologies to create more comprehensive and advanced systems.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The synergistic imaging element cleaning system combines the patented imaging element cleaning apparatus with AI-powered motion control devices for optimizing cleaning movement patterns, IoT-enabled real-time monitoring and remote control, blockchain-based data tracking systems for monitoring and validating cleaning operations, and novel material-based cleaning members. These integrations enable more efficient, reliable, and connected cleaning operations in various applications, including robotic surgical systems, manual laparoscopic imaging devices, and predictive maintenance systems.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce novel combinations of the patented imaging element cleaning technology with distinct technologies, resulting in more powerful and efficient systems that overcome the limitations of the original patent. The inventive step lies in the unexpected integration of these technologies to create synergistic effects, enhancing the overall performance and functionality of the imaging element cleaning systems.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the synergistic imaging element cleaning system may include variations in the type of attachment body, sheath assembly, or motion control device used. Additionally, the system could be adapted for use in different applications, such as endoscopic procedures or industrial inspection. The inventive concept could also be implemented using different AI, IoT, or blockchain technologies, or incorporating other novel materials or technologies.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The synergistic imaging element cleaning system has significant commercial potential in various industries, including medical devices, industrial inspection, and robotics. The system's enhanced efficiency, reliability, and connectivity make it an attractive solution for companies seeking to improve their imaging element cleaning operations. The market for such systems is expected to grow significantly in the coming years, driven by increasing demand for advanced imaging technologies and connected devices.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61B90/70 |
| A | A61 | A61B34/30 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Medical device technologies, specifically surgical imaging systems and cleaning apparatuses for endoscopic and laparoscopic equipment, requiring expertise in mechanical engineering, medical device design, and robotic surgical technologies
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A biomedical engineer with advanced degree, experienced in surgical instrument design, familiar with motion control systems, imaging technologies, and interdisciplinary technology integration strategies
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the PTD's integration of AI, IoT, and blockchain technologies with the existing imaging element cleaning apparatus represents predictable combinations of known technologies to enhance monitoring, control, and performance of surgical imaging systems. The fundamental cleaning mechanism remains consistent with the source patent, while the proposed technological integrations provide incremental improvements using standard engineering approaches. These variations would be considered obvious extensions of the existing technological framework.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,382 |
|---|---|
| Title | Devices, apparatuses, systems and methods for facilitating cleaning of an imaging element of an imaging device |
| Assignee(s) | ClearCam, Inc. |