Alcon had two patents in robotics during Q1 2024.The patent filed by Alcon Inc in Q1 2024 describes a stereoscopic imaging platform with a camera that can record left and right images of a target site. A robotic arm is connected to the camera to move it relative to the target, and the camera includes a lens assembly with focus motors to adjust the working distance. The platform also features automatic focusing modes, including a target locking mode to maintain focus while the camera is in motion. GlobalData’s report on Alcon gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Alcon grant share with robotics as a theme is 50% in Q1 2024. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
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Application: Stereoscopic imaging platform with target locking automatic focusing mode (Patent ID: US20240089616A1)
The patent filed by Alcon Inc. describes a stereoscopic imaging platform that includes a camera capable of recording left and right images of a target site, with a robotic arm connected to the camera to allow for movement. The camera has a lens assembly with focus motors to adjust the working distance, and a controller with automatic focusing modes, including a target locking mode to maintain focus while the camera is in motion.
The method outlined in the patent involves recording left and right images of a target site using the stereoscopic camera, incorporating a lens assembly with focus motors, and connecting a robotic arm to move the camera. The method includes executing a target locking mode to maintain focus, tracking sharpness parameters, restricting camera motion based on focus motor position, and transmitting motor commands for focus adjustment. Additional features include detecting forces on the camera, joint rotation with sensors, and maintaining focus during robotic arm movement by adjusting the working distance.
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