ROBOTIC SURGICAL SYSTEM FOR VIRTUAL REALITY BASED ROBOTIC TELESURGICAL OPERATIONS

Smart overview of the Invention

The patent application discusses a robotic surgical system designed for virtual reality-based telesurgical operations. This system allows users, such as healthcare providers and surgeons, to engage in virtual reality simulations for surgical demonstrations, training, and credentialing. Users can select from a range of simulated procedures to practice and enhance their skills in a controlled, risk-free environment. The system offers feedback through points, rankings, and credentials to help users track their progress and skill development.

Technical Context

The system addresses the high incidence of adverse events in surgeries worldwide, which are often due to errors in communication, diagnosis, and treatment. Traditional safety methods have proven insufficient in mitigating these risks effectively. By integrating virtual reality into surgical training, the system aims to reduce technical errors by providing a platform for comprehensive practice and skill refinement without the pressures of a real-life operating room.

System Features

The robotic surgical system generates a multidimensional virtual representation of surgical environments, tools, robots, and even patients. Users interact with these elements via virtual reality devices, enhancing their experience and learning outcomes. The system evaluates user performance and awards virtual credentials based on skill levels demonstrated during simulations. These credentials can grant access to further training opportunities or certify proficiency in specific procedures or equipment use.

Advanced Capabilities

In addition to training, the system supports the robotic insertion of surgical implants using detailed imaging and virtual models of patients’ bodies. It creates precise implantation plans that guide surgical robots during procedures, reducing variability and reliance on human judgment alone. This feature enhances the accuracy and safety of complex implant surgeries.

Extended Reality Integration

The patent also describes the integration of extended reality (XR) technologies, including augmented reality (AR), mixed reality (MR), and virtual reality (VR). These technologies create an interactive simulation environment where users can perform surgical steps on digital anatomical models. The XR environment helps refine skills by providing real-time feedback through confidence-score mapping and detailed anatomical information. This immersive approach aims to improve surgical precision and decision-making.