Single hand operated remote controller for remote catheter positioning system
US9750577B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 5, 2014 |
| Grant date | Sep 5, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 12, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2090/0811
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Systems, methods, and devices of the various embodiments provide a remote controller for a catheter positioning system configured to be operated with a single hand by a catheter positioning system operator. In an embodiment, the remote controller may include a thumb joystick control, first wheel control, and second wheel control. In an embodiment, the remote controller may include various visual indicators and/or haptic feedback mechanisms providing information to a catheter positioning system operator.
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