Edwards Lifesciences had five patents in future of work during Q1 2024. The patent filed by Edwards Lifesciences Corp in Q1 2024 describes an assistance system for prosthetic heart valve manufacturing or suturing procedures. The system includes an automated fixture with an articulation arm and a target device holder to reduce operator strain. A user input device allows operators to move between positions, and the system can be trained by capturing position data for manufacturing or inspection processes. GlobalData’s report on Edwards Lifesciences gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Edwards Lifesciences grant share with future of work as a theme is 20% in Q1 2024. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
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Application: Devices for assisting with heart valve manufacturing (Patent ID: US20240008976A1)
The patent filed by Edwards Lifesciences Corp. describes an assistance system for prosthetic heart valve manufacturing or suturing procedures. The system includes an automated fixture with an articulation arm and a target device holder to reduce operator strain during the manufacturing or inspection process. A user input device allows the operator to move between positions to assist in the procedures, and the system can be trained by capturing sequences of position data corresponding to the process.
The suturing system outlined in the patent includes an automated suture fixture with motorized actuator devices and a suture target holder, controlled by a controller that retrieves position data from a data store to guide the positioning of the suture target holder. A user input device allows for adjustments to the fixture's position based on operator input. Additionally, the system incorporates a camera system to generate images of the suture target holder and a display system to showcase these images, enhancing the precision and efficiency of the suturing process. Overall, the patent details a comprehensive system designed to streamline and optimize prosthetic heart valve manufacturing and suturing procedures through automation and user-friendly controls.
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