Ambu has been granted a patent for an insertable vision device featuring a tip part that includes an electronic vision receptor, a lens assembly, and a light guide. The light guide is designed with an expanding sector to enhance light emission, facilitating improved visibility during use. GlobalData’s report on Ambu gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Insertable vision device with light guide and electronic receptor
The patent US12053152B2 describes a vision device designed for enhanced visual capabilities, featuring a sophisticated structure that includes an insertion tube, an articulated bending section, and a specialized tip part. The tip part is equipped with an electronic vision receptor and a lens assembly, which are aligned to optimize visual output. A light source, specifically a light-emitting diode (LED), is integrated into the device, illuminating the area of interest. The housing of the tip part is divided into proximal and distal sections, with a transparent window made from a first material that allows for clear visibility. A unique light guide, molded in one piece with the distal housing part, facilitates the transmission of light from the LED to the viewing window, featuring an expanding sector that increases in cross-sectional area along its length, enhancing light efficiency.
Further claims detail the design of the light guide, including its cross-sectional configurations, which may take the shape of a truncated pyramid and are designed to maximize light reflection while minimizing refraction. The device also incorporates a narrowing sector that decreases in size towards the light emission end, ensuring effective light management. The angles of the surfaces within the expanding and narrowing sectors are specified to optimize light transmission characteristics, including total internal reflection. Additionally, the tip part includes a support member with circumferential slots, contributing to the structural integrity of the device. Overall, the patent outlines a comprehensive vision device that integrates advanced optical and structural features to improve visual performance in various applications.
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