Support assembly for robotic catheter system
US7789874B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 1, 2005 |
| Grant date | Sep 7, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 16, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB33Y80/00
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A support assembly for supporting a remotely controlled instrument driver in a selectable orientation relative to an operating table, the assembly comprising including a base removably attachable to the operating table, an actuator assembly coupled to the base, the actuator assembly including an actuator and a brake that is electronically activated to allow rotation of a first extension member about a first axis substantially orthogonal to the operating table. A second extension member is coupled to the first extension member via an interface assembly operatively controlled by the actuator to selectively allow rotation of the second extension member about a second axis substantially parallel to the first axis, and about a third axis substantially orthogonal to the first axis.
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