Medical device with articulating shaft
US7553275B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 25, 2005 |
| Grant date | Jun 30, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 6, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/2908
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A medical device includes an articulating shaft with a pair of slat assemblies. By moving an articulator, the slat assemblies are configured to concurrently push while the other pulls in order to bend the articulating shaft. The articulating shaft includes a series of alternating pins and pivot members. Each pin defines an aperture that collectively forms a passageway for receiving an actuator or a tube. The pair of slat assemblies extend generally parallel to each other on opposite sides of the pins. A method for articulating a shaft of a medical device is also provided.
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