Robotic guide assembly for use in computer-aided surgery
US9421019B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 7, 2006 |
| Grant date | Aug 23, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 28, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2034/2068
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A system for guiding resurfacing operations on at least a portion of a joint of at least one bone is provided and uses a guide with actuators (motors) controlled by a computer to position a cutting tool relative to a bone so that the bone surface can be cut in a flexible and accurate manner.
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