MUMBAI, India, Jan. 9 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202531115973 A) filed by Dr. Ramesh Chandra Nayak; Mr. Abhisek Krupasindhu Majhi; Mr. Rajesh Mohanty; Mr. Pinaki Prasad Choudhury; Dr. Vishwa Mohan Behera; Mr. Sudhansu Sekhar Singh; Dr. Anjan Kumar Sahu; Dr. Sachin T. Bagde; and Mr. Naresh Patra, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, on Nov. 24, 2025, for 'track guided autonomous robot for medical logistics in operating theatres.'
Inventor(s) include Dr. Ramesh Chandra Nayak; Mr. Abhisek Krupasindhu Majhi; Mr. Rajesh Mohanty; Mr. Pinaki Prasad Choudhury; Dr. Vishwa Mohan Behera; Mr. Sudhansu Sekhar Singh; Dr. Anjan Kumar Sahu; Dr. Sachin T. Bagde; and Mr. Naresh Patra.
The application for the patent was published on Jan. 9, under issue no. 02/2026.
According to the abstract released by the Intellectual Property India: "Disclosed herein is The Track Guided Autonomous Robot for Medical Logistics in Operating Theatres is an automated transport system designed to enhance sterile, efficient, and error-free delivery of medical supplies within surgical environments. The invention addresses critical challenges in operating theatres, including contamination risks, manual handling delays, and restricted human movement during procedures. The robot operates along predefined track pathways using a dual-sensor infrared (IR) guidance system that ensures precise alignment, obstacle detection, and continuous navigation. Its mobility is powered by two BO DC motors controlled through an L293D motor driver, enabling reliable bidirectional movement. An Arduino Uno microcontroller functions as the central processing unit, executing real-time decisions using programmed algorithms to interpret sensor input and regulate motor actions. The lightweight acrylic chassis supports sterile payloads, maintains a compact footprint, and ensures stability even under varying load conditions. A rechargeable 12V Li-ion battery provides uninterrupted operation for extended durations. During prototype testing, the robot demonstrated high navigation accuracy, consistent speed control, and dependable load-handling up to practical limits, confirming its suitability for intra-hospital logistics. The invention presents a low-cost, modular, and replicable solution that reduces human intervention, minimizes contamination risks, and supports streamlined workflows in operating theatres. Future enhancements may include wireless monitoring and machine vision for improved autonomy."
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