Medtronic had 23 patents in robotics during Q2 2024. Medtronic Plc has filed patents for various surgical systems and methods, including retractor interference avoidance, flagging surgical information with metadata, providing guidance for positioning a body and a surgical robot, a robotic surgical instrument with a spring compression assembly, and a surgical system with a motion sensor for monitoring the condition of movable components. GlobalData’s report on Medtronic gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Medtronic had no grants in robotics as a theme in Q2 2024.
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Application: Systems, devices, and methods for retractor interference avoidance (Patent ID: US20240206987A1)
The patent filed by Medtronic Plc describes systems and methods for retractor interference avoidance in surgical procedures. The system includes retractors with movable elongate members that can be positioned to avoid interfering with the trajectory of a surgical device. The system utilizes a processor to determine the position of the retractor, receive the trajectory of the surgical device, and identify any elongate members that may obstruct the device's movement, allowing for automated or manual adjustment to prevent interference.
Additionally, the system can incorporate robot positional data, images of the retractor, and three-dimensional models for accurate positioning and registration. The method involves determining the retractor's position, receiving the surgical device's trajectory, identifying obstructive elongate members, and moving them away from the trajectory. The system also includes a surgical retractor with retractable elongate members controlled by a motor, allowing for precise adjustment to avoid interference. The retractor may also feature a fluoroscopic marker for enhanced visibility during procedures, and each elongate member can be operated independently for optimal customization and avoidance of interference.
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