Automated system and method for harvesting or implanting follicular units
US9526581B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 11, 2014 |
| Grant date | Dec 27, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 21, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M37/0076
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Automated systems and methods for operating a procedure tool to perform a procedure (for example, hair transplantation) on a body are provided. One or more mechanisms are configured to produce a combination movement of the procedure tool in response to control signals. A force sensor monitors resistance as the tool moves and transmits information from the force sensor to a computer. Movement of the procedure tool is controlled at least in part based on information from the force sensor.
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