Direct drive endoscopy systems and methods
US9345462B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 28, 2007 |
| Grant date | May 24, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 7, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2090/374
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Disclosed herein are various systems and methods for facilitating control of a tool or tools. The systems can allow a user to control multiple degrees of freedom. One such system allows a user to control multiple degrees of freedom of two tools simultaneously. Another such system allows a user to control multiple degrees of freedom with a single hand. Frames and rails for supporting and/or constraining movement of a tool or tools are also described herein.
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