Robotic medical systems with high force instruments
US10751140B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 3, 2019 |
| Grant date | Aug 25, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 3, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2034/303
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A robotic system can include a high force instrument that amplifies input forces such that output forces are greater than input forces. The high force instrument can include an end effector. The high force instrument can further include a first pulley configured to rotate about a pulley axis and a first jaw member connected to the first pulley by a first drive pin. The high force instrument can also include a second pulley configured to rotate about the pulley axis and a second jaw member connected to the second pulley by a second drive pink. A link can provide a first pivot point about which the first jaw member can pivot and a second pivot point about which the second jaw member can pivot.
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