Synergistic Imaging Element Cleaning Systems

Publication ID: 24-11857382_0003_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:Synergistic Combinations

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Synergistic Imaging Element Cleaning Systems,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857382_0003_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857382_0003_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. 11,857,382.

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

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61B90/70
A A61 A61B34/30

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,382
TitleDevices, apparatuses, systems and methods for facilitating cleaning of an imaging element of an imaging device
Assignee(s)ClearCam, Inc.