Endoscopes TRIZ Cases

A ferromagnetic cutting ring generates controlled thermal energy to seal side branches during endoscopic vessel harvesting.

A surgical instrument switching section directs power source force to distinct pulling members via a pinion mechanism.

Spring-biased ball detents retain the camera handle in multiple orientations, resolving coordination challenges during simultaneous instrument manipulation.

A decentered fiber launch offsets illumination spots to increase angular distribution in nano-scale optical fibers.

A medical observation system connects signal processing devices to enable real-time image data exchange between surgeons.

A light source device uses a lever member and detector to inhibit emission when the light guide is disconnected.

A quadrangular optical guide element converts circular laser beams into uniform intensity profiles within endoscope probes.

Segmented retractor with wings and an occluder blocks fluid interference, maintaining a clear work area for precise surgical access.

A transparent conical tip with internal glare-reducing features on an endoscopic vessel dissector improves visualization in limited surgical spaces.

A forward-kinematic-mapping unit estimates angular displacement for a tendon-driven endoscope.

Pixelated array optics move the focal spot across the fiber core to suppress inter-mode interference, resolving inhomogeneous patterns in short surgical fibers.

Laser ablation of the posterior nasal nerve reduces rhinitis symptoms while avoiding surgical complexity and complications.

A controllable venting valve releases air from a thoracic drainage container when internal pressure exceeds a set threshold.

A pivot linkage moves a treatment part across the endoscope field of view to grasp tissue without losing visual contact.

A deformable cylindrical spacer maintains the linking part length within a specified range to prevent twisting during withdrawal.

A robotic manipulator controls basket opening and closing speeds via pre-programmed motions triggered by user interactions.

An oval tubular portal system with universal ports reduces psoas muscle trauma by minimizing retraction while maintaining fluoroscopic visualization.

A surgical mechanical arm integrates actuators and electrical pathways to switch between monopolar and bipolar modes using a single tool.

An endoscope clip unit locks the arm member against the holding tube using engagement surfaces, preventing unintended rotation during precise tissue ligation.

UV light activates titanium oxide in the channel wall to oxidize organic residues, preventing germ transmission between patients.

Curved distal segments provide comprehensive visualization of hidden joint regions without additional incisions.

Oblique outlet window in tapered headpiece reduces electrode distance to treat lesions while maintaining probe flexibility.

Direct bonding of the reflector eliminates the air pocket, reducing cap outer diameter and enabling smaller working channels.

Adjustable elastic abdominal wrap maintains constant compression to reduce intestinal looping and prevent musculoskeletal strain on technicians.

A dissecting device cuts tissue along a blood vessel using an integrated cutting section and main body.

An augmented reality endoscope processes light to detect blood perfusion changes in real-time.

An intermediary cleaning system with anti-rotation features cleans the endoscope lens in situ, reducing procedural time and avoiding removal.

An array of reflective microlenses expands the field of view while maintaining high image resolution in endomicroscopy.

An endoscope design merges image extraction and illumination into one optical channel using ultraviolet light.