Selectively rotatable shaft coupler
US8197400B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 28, 2005 |
| Grant date | Jun 12, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 18, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T403/32983
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention is a system for dissipating loops in an elongated medical device having one end secured to an anchor point, such as a housing. The system includes a selectively rotatable shaft coupler that connects a shaft to the anchor point that allows a limited amount of shaft rotation during use, but which sets a restriction on the maximum amount of shaft rotation. In another embodiment, the invention provides a shaft coupling system for connecting a proximal end of an endoscope shaft to an object without the use of adhesives or fasteners. In another embodiment, the invention provides a rotatable shaft coupling system for rotatably coupling a first and second shaft segment.
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