Diagnostics TRIZ Cases

Automated sequences adjust tilt angles, vibration positions, and heat levels to improve therapeutic effectiveness while managing device complexity.

A retractor system uses a segmented rail and universal clamps to position surgical devices with six degrees of freedom.

Visual stroke counter and lockout mechanism prevent device depletion during surgery, reducing waste and procedural costs.

Strain gauges embedded in the adapter replace motor current estimation to resolve temperature variation errors and ensure precise force measurement.

Asymmetrical fluid collection pouch with deeper lateral side prevents spillage during supine knee surgery.

Piezoelectric sensors detect excessive probe bending to prevent cooling jacket failure during electrosurgery.

A robotic instrument holder uses a physical stop member to constrain shaft translation along the planned axis during bone preparation.

Modular electromagnetic radiation array enables versatile aesthetic treatments through adjustable wavelength selection and integrated thermal management.

Adjustable bone incision block uses a registration element to determine spatial position of the adjustment device.

Oblique staple rows resolve trade-offs between device complexity and staple line consistency by optimizing tissue engagement.

An untethered surgical handpiece uses proximity sensors to detect tissue distance and scale motion signals for precise robotic tool control.

A surgical tool holder securely stores fasteners and delivers them via a rotating discharge port.

Liquid feeding units supply fluid through drive shaft holes to prevent blood coagulation and maintain operability during incision.

A remote catheter control handle uses motion sensors to translate operator movements into precise probe insertion commands.

A tibial paddle sensor array provides visual feedback of medial-lateral balance, resolving inconsistency in manual knee joint force assessment.

A power operated dermatome uses an annular rotary knife blade and adjustable depth gauge assembly to control skin tissue thickness.

Passive RF dongle enables wireless surgical console control via proximity detection, eliminating manual pairing complexity.

A hemostatic device uses a movable tube body to adjust an inflatable portion without external tools.

An interlock prevents anti-bacterial emission during infant presence, resolving the conflict between bacterial suppression and infant safety.

Segmented housing with hinged cover isolates motor module, simplifying sterilization while maintaining fluid-tight integrity.

Segmented handle and needle assemblies allow complete disassembly for sterilization, resolving single-use safety hazards.

An articulated orthosis joint uses a replaceable elastic compression block to provide customizable resistance against plantarflexion forces.

A medical instrument holding apparatus uses a carrying device with a tilted and inclined aperture to project light onto an insertion tube.

A bone screw driver uses resilient members and shaft projections to engage screws without direct hand contact.

Mechanical telemanipulator replicates hand movements with scaled precision and force feedback.

A floating detent mechanism couples drive shafts to inner shaft assemblies in surgical devices.

A fluid dispensing adapter delivers controlled pulses of liquid to maintain tool cleanliness and moisture during automated procedures.

A segmented bristle embolization device uses flexible bristles and connecting mechanisms to anchor in bodily lumens.

Anterior support frame bears on talus to align cutting blade, eliminating manual adjustments that compromise bone cut accuracy.

A thrombectomy system uses real-time optical viscometry to quantify aspirate properties and adjust operating parameters.

An offset lever pivot axis in a surgeon input tool enables precise instrument exchange while maintaining stability during complex robotic procedures.

A detachable flexible arm and optically-transmissive shaft enable precise grasping and scraping of ear canal obstructions.

Segmented tibial cut guide adjusts proximal-distal position via extramedullary alignment mechanism.

An articulating drill guide adapter pivots to seat against irregular bone surfaces for precise tunnel placement.

A controller adjusts ultrasonic blade displacement using real-time tissue tension data from a sensor to optimize surgical performance.

Augmented reality system tracks instrument position to display real-time spatial relationships between tools and patient tissue.

Tibial resection block and stylus with offset attachment features enable precise positioning during bi-cruciate knee surgery.

Multiple tines distribute tension to stabilize the cutting wire, resolving position deviation caused by uneven muscle forces.

A modular surgical driver tip fractures at a threshold torque value to limit applied force.

An adaptive radiofrequency probe dynamically switches control thresholds between temperature and impedance modes.

A dual balloon hemostatic device compresses the radial artery to stop bleeding while inflating a second balloon to maintain blood flow.

A catheter tip electrode emits pulsed electric fields or radiofrequency signals to ablate cardiac tissue.

A cleaning basin subjects liquid to ultrasonic cavitation for rapid tool decontamination.

A virtual overlay guides surgeons to position medical implants accurately during procedures.

Segmented spray mask prevents filter saturation from wet mist, extending wear time and reducing pesticide poisoning risks.

A universal base platform with modular arms eliminates the need for specialized systems, reducing capital costs while enabling versatile procedures.

A tubular shaft routes electric connection lines through an outlet opening distal to the coupling element for external energy supply.

A segmented bone implant restores anatomical length while correcting joint angles through independent positioning of its portions.

An implant driver integrates an external clip to sequentially feed multiple bone screws, eliminating manual reloading during cranial fixation procedures.