System and method for effecting water hammer in surgical systems
US12370084B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 14, 2021 |
| Grant date | Jul 29, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 10, 2043 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2210/0612
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention discloses a system comprising an actuation valve for receiving a first pressurized fluid, a piston in communication with the actuation valve, and a flow restrictor for controlling the flow of a second pressurized fluid from the piston. The flow restrictor may vent to ambient pressure and the piston may act as a pinch valve on at least one of an irrigation line.
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