Positioning indicator system for a remotely controllable arm and related method

By guiding the repositioning of the base through a positioning indicator system, the problem of inaccurate positioning and orientation of the remote controllable arm during surgery is solved, enabling more efficient operation of the remote controllable arm.

CN114948233BActive Publication Date: 2026-07-10INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS INC
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Patents(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS INC
Filing Date
2017-09-07
Publication Date
2026-07-10

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Technical Problem

In remotely controllable robotic systems, existing technologies struggle to effectively maintain the optimal positioning and orientation of surgical tools during surgery, resulting in time-consuming and inaccurate manual repositioning processes.

Method used

A positioning indicator system is employed, which is controlled by a processor to guide the repositioning of the base, ensuring that the distal portion of the remotely controllable arm maintains optimal positioning and orientation during manual repositioning, and providing real-time guidance using components such as optical indicators, sensors, and actuators.

Benefits of technology

It improves the positioning and orientation accuracy of surgical tools, reduces the time spent on manual repositioning, simplifies the operation process, and improves surgical efficiency.

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Abstract

This application is entitled "Positioning Indicator System for Remotely Controllable Arm and Related Methods". A robotic system includes a base movable relative to a floor surface and a controllable arm extending from the base. The arm is configured to support and move a tool. The arm has a powered joint operable to position and / or orient the tool. The robotic system also includes a positioning indicator. A processor operates the positioning indicator to guide manual repositioning of the base relative to the floor surface while the processor is operating the powered joint to maintain the position and / or orientation of the tool during the manual repositioning.
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