Getinge has filed a patent for an operating table with a load sensor assembly to measure load and prevent tipping or overloading. The assembly is placed between non-movable parts of the table, with sensors in a shared plane. GlobalData’s report on Getinge gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Operating table with load sensors to prevent tipping or overloading
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The patent application (Publication Number: US20240016688A1) describes an innovative operating table design with a load sensor assembly integrated into the structure. The operating table includes a plurality of load sensors arranged between different parts of the table to measure the load acting on them accurately. These load sensors are strategically placed in a minor-symmetric and mirror-symmetric arrangement to ensure precise load measurement. The sensors are arranged in a common plane between the table parts and are securely fastened to maintain stability.
Furthermore, the operating table includes a load determination unit and a safety unit to analyze the measured load data and determine potential safety risks. The safety unit generates signals to indicate safety-critical states, tipping risks, and overloading risks based on the load data and center of gravity calculations. In case of a safety-critical situation, the safety unit triggers warning signals, slows down or stops table movement, and can even block certain functionalities to prevent accidents. Additionally, the patent application details methods for operating the table using the load sensor assembly to ensure safe and efficient use in medical settings. Overall, the innovative design and safety features of this operating table aim to enhance patient safety and improve the functionality of medical equipment.
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