Components and methods for balancing a catheter controller system with a counterweight
US9724493B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 26, 2014 |
| Grant date | Aug 8, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 25, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2205/3331
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Various embodiments provide systems and methods for controlling a catheter with a catheter positioning device by using a remote controller. As the catheter is advanced by the catheter positioning device, a counterweight may be adjusted to balance the catheter positioning system. In further embodiments, the counterweight may be configured to move to balance a sled member such that any total moment exerted on a sled base remains constant. In further embodiments, the counterweight may be controlled by a control system based on one or more sensors coupled with the catheter positioning system.
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