Multi-planar variable geometry zigzag cut articulating drilling system
US10492870B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 23, 2015 |
| Grant date | Dec 3, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 1, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2090/309
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An articulating drill system is provided that includes a hand-held portion and a drill portion. At least two actuators are provided for controlling at least two axes of the drill portion. A navigation system is provided to control the at least two actuators. In some embodiments, a tool is provided with the drill portion and adapted to interact with patient tissue. The drill portion can be modified to include at least two rigid objects in communication with the actuators and attached to the drill portion. The system can be used to make any linear cut within a deviation of 1.0 mm and 1.0?, or better in patient tissue.
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