Robotic hand controller
US8332072B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 19, 2009 |
| Grant date | Dec 11, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 28, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG05B2219/45117
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A robotic hand controller, having 8 Degrees of Freedom, with force feedback mechanisms in one or more and preferably all available degrees of freedom is provided. The hand controller is used with a plurality of end effectors such as forceps and scissors. The plurality of robotic arms and the plurality of end effectors are controlled by a surgeon working on a robotic console. The robotic console includes the robotic hand controller which allows the surgeon to perform motion in 8 Degrees of Freedom using the end effectors.
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