Steerable multi linked device having multiple working ports
US8192422B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 14, 2007 |
| Grant date | Jun 5, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 5, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T74/20305
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A steerable multi-linked device. The device includes a first multi-linked mechanism and a second multi-linked mechanism. The first mechanism defines a first plurality of grooves. The second mechanism defines a second plurality of grooves. The first and second pluralities of grooves cooperate to define at least two working ports along a length of the device. At least one of the first and second mechanisms are steerable.
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