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Linkage assembly for reusable surgical handle assemblies

US11033256B2 · kind B2 · utility

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18Claims

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Assignee

Covidien LP · US

Inventors

Thomas A. Zammataro · Hamden, US
Brian J. Creston · Milford, US
Jacob C. Baril · Norwalk, US

Key dates

Filing date	Jun 6, 2019
Grant date	Jun 15, 2021
Priority date	—
Expiry date	Aug 29, 2039

Classification

Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
CPC primaryA61B2017/2922
WIPO fieldMedical technology
WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A handle assembly for actuating an end effector is provided. The handle assembly includes an actuation mechanism with a linkage assembly configured to maximize the output force. The linkage assembly includes first, second, and third linkage members operably disposed between a trigger and a drive member.

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