Medtronic had 22 patents in metaverse during Q1 2024. Medtronic Plc has filed patents for innovative systems and methods in the field of medical imaging and surgical navigation. These patents include technologies such as steerable endoscope systems with augmented reality displays, imaging methods using IR light and multiple cameras for real-time 3D imaging, enhanced surgical navigation systems with warning capabilities, systems for guiding surgical port placement, and augmented reality control applications for simulating medical procedures with haptic feedback. These inventions aim to improve precision, efficiency, and safety in medical procedures. GlobalData’s report on Medtronic gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
Medtronic grant share with metaverse as a theme is 31% in Q1 2024. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Recent Patents
Application: Steerable endoscope system with augmented view (Patent ID: US20240090751A1)
The patent filed by Medtronic Plc describes a steerable endoscope system with an augmented reality display. The system includes an endoscope with a camera and orientation sensor, a hardware screen displaying images from the camera, and an augmented reality display showing computer-generated graphics overlaid on the real-world view. These graphics include an anatomical model, an endoscope marker moving through the model based on the orientation signal, and an illumination indicating the camera's real-time direction of view.
The system allows for a detailed visualization of patient anatomy during endoscopic procedures, with the ability to track the endoscope's movement within the anatomical model. The use of augmented reality enhances the surgeon's view by providing additional information such as the location of the endoscope within the patient anatomy. The system also includes features like touch screen controls, wireless communication between components, and the display of vital signs during procedures, making it a comprehensive and advanced tool for medical professionals conducting endoscopic examinations.
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