Snare tool manipulator system
US10912620B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 6, 2017 |
| Grant date | Feb 9, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 24, 2037 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2034/301
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A snare tool manipulator system includes an elongated flexible device having a length and including a distally mounted end effector configured to perform a task. The flexible device is operable to manipulate the end effector in order to perform the task. The system also includes an elongated snare tool including a distally mounted snare device configured for grasping the flexible elongated member at a position along its length. The snare tool is operable robotically to manipulate the flexible device which in response manipulates the end effector.
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