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.

A surgical robot uses a force sensing unit to measure insertion forces on the endoscope and access sheath.

Computational analysis replaces mechanical sensors to balance forces via fixed points, resolving complexity constraints during colon insertion.

Offset flange camming slots engage a drive rod pin to control pressure, preventing short circuits during electrosurgical sealing.

Direct motor coupling to the wobble steering ring eliminates complex gear trains, resolving device complexity while maintaining precise spatial control.

An expandable balloon locks a retractor in place to retract extraneous tissue, resolving leverage issues in confined single port entry scenarios.

The tool effectively raises and pinches the polyp to prepare it for transection, reducing the risk of thermal injury and incomplete removal.

Segmented control and distal light modules on a flexible member provide uniform illumination in deep cavities without instrument attachment.

A radiating tip with a high dielectric constant creates a localized microwave field for precise tissue ablation.

Varying spring constants across segmented coil regions reduce stress concentration while ensuring reliable wire guidance during bending.

Movable reflector directs laser energy for nerve ablation while circulating fluid prevents heat damage to the lumen intima.

Independent rail connectors resolve positioning contradictions by enabling precise longitudinal movement of multiple medical components during procedures.

Segmented holding frames create a thermal isolation cavity that suppresses heat transfer from the illumination optical system to the imaging main body.

Advancing and retracting members actuate valve elements to prevent residual solution leakage during disconnection, simplifying inspection workflows.

A dovetail collet clamping system secures medical instruments via controlled compression.

Thermal coupling between fluid inflow paths and heat-generating components cools motors while warming introduced fluids.

Segmented arm joints reduce tissue interference by rotating only the distal segment while maintaining precise end effector positioning.

A translatable cleaning element deploys from an endoscope extension to wipe the imaging lens surface.

Segmenting the scope into two tube bodies reduces the tip diameter while maintaining high-quality image acquisition.

Segmenting the optical fiber resolves stiffness versus maneuverability trade-offs while managing stray laser energy without complex coupling components.

Bidirectional pull wires anchored at the distal end enable active deflection in opposing orientations, resolving single-direction limitations of prior art.