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Medical simulation system

US10176727B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 21, 2013
Grant dateJan 8, 2019
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Expiry dateAug 10, 2035

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG16Z99/00
  • WIPO fieldControl
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A system for simulating an image-guided medical procedure on a computerized anatomy is provided. The system includes a foldable base having two portions connected by a hinged connector, each portion of the foldable base is provided with one or more docking stations. The system further includes two or more working units, each connectable to any one of the docking stations. Each working unit comprises a chamber capable of receiving an operation tool, a diameter sensor to detect diameter information related to the operational tool and a tracking unit configured to detect tracking information related to the operational tool.

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