Continuum devices and control methods thereof
US10737398B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 19, 2014 |
| Grant date | Aug 11, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 23, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2034/306
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Continuum robots and similar devices and methods and systems for controlling such devices are provided. The devices can include rods comprising strips, that are pre-curved, or both. Also provided is a system and method for modeling and controlling the configuration and operation of such devices.
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