Smart Crutch System with AI-Powered Mobility Assistance

Publication ID: 24-11857484_0008_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:Synergistic Combinations

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Smart Crutch System with AI-Powered Mobility Assistance,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857484_0008_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857484_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. 11,857,484.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

A novel crutch accessory set integrating AI, IoT, and blockchain technologies to enhance user experience, mobility, and safety, providing personalized feedback, real-time guidance, and support.

Background and Problem Solved

The original crutch accessory set patent addressed the need for a convenient and organized way to carry personal items while using forearm crutches. However, it did not provide any means to monitor or improve the user's mobility. The new inventive concept builds upon the original patent by incorporating advanced technologies to create a more comprehensive and supportive system for individuals with impaired mobility.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The Smart Crutch System consists of a crutch accessory set with a single-part cover and a container arrangement, integrated with an AI-powered sensor to track user mobility patterns and provide personalized feedback. Additionally, the system includes a blockchain-based authentication system to verify the authenticity of the crutch accessory set and IoT sensors to monitor and adjust the fit of the crutch accessory set in real-time. The system also features a built-in AI-powered assistant to provide users with real-time guidance and support. Furthermore, the system can be customized using AI-powered generative design to create tailored crutch accessory sets based on user preferences and mobility patterns, incorporating new materials with enhanced durability and comfort.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new inventive concept introduces a synergistic combination of AI, IoT, blockchain, and new materials to create a more powerful and supportive system for individuals with impaired mobility. The integration of these technologies provides a novel and non-obvious solution that significantly enhances user experience and mobility.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the Smart Crutch System could include the integration of additional sensors, such as GPS or environmental sensors, to provide users with a more comprehensive understanding of their mobility patterns. Variations of the system could also include different types of containers or accessories, tailored to specific user needs or preferences.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The Smart Crutch System has significant commercial potential in the healthcare and assistive technology industries, targeting individuals with impaired mobility, healthcare providers, and rehabilitation centers. The system's ability to provide personalized feedback, real-time guidance, and support makes it an attractive solution for improving mobility and enhancing user experience.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61H3/02
A A45 A45C3/06
A A61 A61H2003/002
A A61 A61H2201/0107
A A61 A61H2201/1638

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,484
TitleCrutch accessory set