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Robotic device with compact joint design and related systems and methods

US10376322B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 11, 2015
Grant dateAug 13, 2019
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Expiry dateOct 20, 2037

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B2218/007
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

The embodiments disclosed herein relate to various robotic and/or in vivo medical devices having compact joint configurations. Other embodiments relate to various medical device components, including forearms having grasper or cautery end effectors, that can be incorporated into certain robotic and/or in vivo medical devices.

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