Modular interfaces and drive actuation through barrier
US8602031B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 12, 2009 |
| Grant date | Dec 10, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 29, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T74/19967
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The invention relates generally to robotically controlled systems, such as medical robotic systems. In one variation, a robotic catheter system is configured with a sterile barrier capable for transmitting a rotary force from a drive system on one side of the barrier to surgical tool on the other side of the sterile barrier for performing minimally invasive diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Modularized drive systems for robotics arc also disclosed herein.
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