Bronchoscopes TRIZ Cases

A movable shaft plunger collar creates a cavity passage for sterilization agents.

A modular handle assembly integrates a detachable housing extension to store secondary medical instruments within a compact primary structure.

A fuzzy logic navigation system guides catheters through body lumens using device parameters and anonymized data.

A radially expandable working channel probe accommodates larger tools and tissue samples within the body lumen.

A catheter radial imaging system uses varying light intensity to capture airway wall images without blooming artifacts.

A sinus guide system with a continuous endoscope channel aligns viewing orientation with the axis of movement to navigate anatomical obstructions.

A slotted transparent cannula enables direct endoscope visualization during minimally invasive procedures.

A geo-registration system tracks surgical instruments and tissues using electromagnetic transmitters and receivers.

Structured light scanning in a 3D endoscope generates real-time surgical site models, resolving depth perception limits of monocular devices.

A wireless button system enables remote device control through proximity-based sensor activation.

A calibration system computes in-phase and quadrature components from signal magnitude and phase values to correct electromagnetic navigation data.

Variable slit intervals create distinct bending moments that enable the distal end to curve first for easier navigation into branched bronchi.

A suction-flushing-system discharges a flushing medium jet onto optical surfaces while simultaneously withdrawing liquid components through a dedicated opening.

A portable speculum illuminator integrates a white LED light source and a rechargeable lithium-ion battery directly into the device handle.

A flexible elongate instrument uses distal force sensors to provide real-time operator feedback during minimally invasive procedures.

Near infrared fluorescent polymers penetrate tissue up to 10 millimeters, resolving visualization gaps caused by the lack of haptic feedback in robotic surgery.

Segmented disposable blades and a hinged cover maintain sterility without diverting attention from patient care.

An endoscope head uses a dynamic clamping mechanism to adjust its longitudinal channel width, enabling rapid tube exchange while maintaining gas-tight seals.

A push tube constrains lateral bulging of the tension element inside the housing, ensuring reliable distal movement for slim shaft designs.

A biodegradable coil transitions from linear to coiled shape to induce lung fibrosis.

A processing system estimates instrument location using initial sensor data and user commands to provide immediate visual feedback.

An automated illuminator array compensates for brightness and color variations by adjusting individual light intensities based on real-time imaging feedback.

A medical apparatus generates virtual endoscopic images using three-dimensional image data and sensor-detected position parameters to guide treatment instrument insertion.

A surgical system fuses IMU data with real-time images to generate 3D positioning of the scope head assembly.

Parallel channels and dynamic inflation accommodate varying endoscope sizes, preventing obstruction during emergency procedures.

A hollow stylet with an offset ergonomic handle guides a bougie to advance endotracheal tubes along anatomical paths.

A global registration algorithm provides updated navigational information during bronchoscopy procedures.

A medical device features a camera lumen and removable camera to visualize internal membranes during insertion.

A planar output lens face joins directly to a solid state imaging element light receiving surface within an electronic visualized catheter.

Segmented mounting system with intermediary clips eliminates custom manufacturing slots while securing light carriers to standard surgical tools.

A wireless hub transmits video laryngoscope data to an electronic medical record system for concurrent display and storage.

An overmolded elastomer cover on a rigid laryngoscope blade reduces dental injury risk while maintaining structural strength and single-use integrity.

Image processor multiplies pixel signals by exposure ratios to resolve brightness fluctuations caused by pulsed light modulation.

A steerable catheter system tracks device position within airways using a hybrid 3D model and real-time tissue sensing for precise peripheral lung navigation.

Actuation cables steer a sensor-equipped stylet within a flexible needle to maintain trajectory accuracy during minimally invasive procedures.

Dual transfer functions filter 3D lung volumes to reveal lesions behind bones, resolving visibility constraints in navigation.

Segmenting breathing cycles into inspiratory and expiratory phases to measure flow limitation indexes.

Real-time shape feedback aligns the elongated device with a planned path to prevent navigation errors in complex airways.

Articulated chains and form-fit hinges enable the adaptive laryngoscope blade to conform to patient anatomy, eliminating the need for multiple static blades.

A sensor sleeve attaches to surgical tools to enable precise electromagnetic tracking and imaging during medical procedures.

A laryngoscope handle positions a light source above the blade slot to direct illumination parallel to the viewing axis.

A laryngoscope suction catheter assembly removes fluids from the airway to maintain clear visibility during intubation.

A delivery sheath controller manipulates fluid flow to alter airway density for x-ray detection.

Distinct hue angles on device identifiers resolve the contradiction between accommodating diverse clinical needs and maintaining simple identification systems.

Segmented illumination housing extracts batteries for recycling without removing the light pipe, resolving compactness and operation trade-offs.

An endobronchial system replaces open surgery by using a nested catheter to precisely place stents, reducing recovery time and complications.

Smart data cable negotiates camera settings to resolve image quality trade-offs in video laryngoscopes.

A sealed light source apparatus uses a magnetically activated reed switch to power an LED within the laryngoscope handle.