Steerable multi-linked device having a modular link assembly
US8397481B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 19, 2012 |
| Grant date | Mar 19, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 19, 2032 |
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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. At least one of the first and second multi-linked mechanisms is steerable and includes a modular link assembly at an end thereof. The modular link assembly includes a base, and a tip removably connected to the base.
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