AtriCure has filed a patent for a medical instrument that includes two joints and a controller. The first joint allows repositioning in an X-Y plane, while the second joint allows repositioning in a Y-Z plane. The controller has two controls for directing the repositioning of the members in each joint. GlobalData’s report on AtriCure gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on AtriCure, surgical robots was a key innovation area identified from patents. AtriCure's grant share as of September 2023 was 55%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
A medical instrument with repositionable joints and a controller
A recently filed patent (Publication Number: US20230285019A1) describes a medical instrument controller that includes a hand-held control with multiple controls housed within it. The controller features a first wheel that can be rotated in either direction to adjust the length of a first wire within the housing. Similarly, a second wheel can be rotated to adjust the length of a second wire. Additionally, the controller includes a handle that can be repositioned, which in turn adjusts the position of a third wire.
The medical instrument controller described in the patent allows for precise control and adjustment of wires within the housing. By rotating the first and second wheels, the length of the corresponding wires can be increased or decreased as needed. This feature enables the user to make precise adjustments to the instrument being controlled.
Furthermore, the repositionable handle adds another level of control to the controller. By moving the handle, the position of the third wire can be adjusted within the housing. This allows for further customization and fine-tuning of the instrument's movements.
Overall, this patent introduces a medical instrument controller that offers enhanced control and adjustability. The combination of the rotating wheels and repositionable handle provides users with the ability to make precise adjustments to the wires within the housing. This innovation has the potential to improve the accuracy and effectiveness of medical instruments, ultimately benefiting patients and healthcare professionals.
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