Endoscopes TRIZ Cases

Multiple jaw electrodes combine RF and microwave fields to cut and coagulate fatty tissue more uniformly with less bleeding in endoscopic use.

A translated single image sensor captures sequential views to derive depth without lasers or multiple cameras, cutting size, weight, and cost.

Pivoting suction arms and a lockable hub let this cardiac stabilizer pass through small ports, then rigidly hold heart tissue during beating-heart bypass.

A transurethral anchor tip stabilizes bladder tissue for precise condensable vapor ablation that reduces OAB symptoms while limiting wall puncture risk.

A curved hysteroscopic channel resists probe sliding while allowing rotation, improving fibroid and polyp resection and tissue extraction.

Floating capacitance wiring between stacked sensor and readout substrates expands dynamic range in fine-pitch image sensors without extra process steps.

Staged haptic force transitions smooth control state changes in tele-operated surgery, avoiding abrupt feedback shifts and user disorientation.

Tendon-actuated elastic segments let a flexible endoscope bend through distorted brain anatomy and avoid critical structures during minimally invasive access.

Electrical energy ablation targets duodenal mucosa through an endoscope while controlling lesion depth and protecting adventitial tissue.

Two integrated motor drives align a wobble plate to give surgical tool tips linear, precise control in a compact robotic-ready steering gear.

Offset proximal and distal jaw electrodes improve tissue cutting and fastening while preserving robotic end effector versatility.

A customizable manipulator switch lets surgeons reassign functions by context, increasing control flexibility without adding hardware complexity.

A rotating drum stores long robotic endoscopes in a compact coil, then converts rotation into controlled linear deployment and retraction.

CT-based pathway scoring accounts for flexible shaft shape to rank bronchoscopy routes and improve target reach with less discomfort.

Timed multi-dose vapor delivery and expandable positioning elements improve ablation uniformity while limiting overheating of healthy duodenal tissue.

Paired guide members create separate blade and imaging tunnels to prevent tissue contact, support precise cutting, and adapt to tissue deformation.

A ratchet assembly keeps medical device control wires under continuous tension to eliminate slack, reduce hysteresis, and improve distal end positioning.

A cantilever spring and wire guide keep endoscope control wires taut, removing slack hysteresis for faster, more accurate distal positioning.

A tubular smartphone adapter retracts lips, adds shade-free illumination, and vents moisture to capture clear orthodontic tooth images at home.

Nested tubes with offset neutral axes create push-pull bending in a small surgical tip, improving dexterity and variable curvature in narrow lumens.

Parallel laser beams and controlled imaging states create composite endoscopic images for more accurate stone size and displacement measurement.

Embedded leads in a polymeric sheath deliver bipolar RF energy without separate insulated steel sheaths, cutting cost and component count.

Flexible pole conductors built into the actuating unit add coagulation to a deflectable endoscopic shaft without adding bulk or losing conductivity.

Automatic insertion guidance with zero-force retraction helps a medical instrument follow linked body passages while reducing tissue contact.

A vacuum manifold pulls a cinched sterile drape tight around non-sterilizable medical devices, improving grip and access while maintaining sterility.

A pivoting coupling member and proximal support holes expand grip range and improve tissue lifting control during ESD.

Continuous IOP sensing during ocular surgery reveals fluid outflow behavior in real time, helping guide intervention and reduce post-operative risk.

An internal cylindrical adaptation section reduces steerable instrument diameter while preserving maneuverability and reliability.

Expandable external channels let endoscopes carry more and larger tools while preserving flexibility and stable tool access during procedures.

Closed-loop sensors and actuators return the distal shaft end to its target site, reducing manual correction and inadvertent movement.

A dielectric-filled balloon stabilizes microwave delivery in non-homogeneous lung tissue, improving ablation zone control and limiting overheating.

A reconfigurable valve assembly reroutes fluid through a blocked suction channel so scopes can clear lodged material without removal.

Pressure-controlled rigidizing layers let catheters stay flexible in tortuous anatomy, then stiffen for stable tool support with less tissue damage.

A steerable distal cutter combines imaging, lighting, and high-frequency cutting to improve endoscopic precision and reduce repeated manipulation.

Guide members fix some flexible wires and let others slide, improving bendable manipulator posture accuracy and driving reproducibility.

Tracks endoscope ID and remaining pre-cleaning time on a connected display to reduce documentation errors and missed reprocessing windows.

A holding arm and patient-side unit guide a conventional endoscope with less strain, better tool coordination, and support for solo surgery.

Localized heat shrink and laser welding let a rotatable core catheter fit a larger imaging assembly without enlarging the sheath profile.

Artificial muscles drive distal bending arms to improve flexible insertion, torque transmission, and operator handling in hollow-organ procedures.

Molded plastic joint disks and a central coupling member simplify assembly while preserving surgical load strength and instrument flexibility.

An expandable electrode and needle create a conductive fluid path for precise pulsed field ablation of soft tissue tumors with less collateral damage.

Real-time imaging and fluid sealing let one handheld uterine catheter perform precise endometrial abrasion and HSG while avoiding reflux and perforation.

A deflectable fastening head and articulating body navigate tortuous anatomy, then stabilize for precise tissue fastening with less trauma.

Automated ID reading and countdown tracking replace paper logs to keep endoscope reprocessing within the allowed pre-cleaning window.

Selective surface and penetrating electrodes enable precise posterior nasal nerve RF ablation while reducing lacrimal gland damage.

A combined suction, irrigation, and debridement assembly reduces device changes during surgery while a stopping unit helps prevent unintended activation.

An insulated sheath keeps the electrode off tissue while enabling high-frequency discharge for precise endoscopic hemorrhage control.

Combined microwave and RF jaws with dielectric blade electrodes define the seal location, cut tissue, and reduce thermal spread.

A foldable reflective cap expands at the target site to widen the endoscopic view and confirm tissue capture before clip or band deployment.

An imaging cable PCB stores authentication and device data, blocking inferior replacements while improving usage and calibration tracking.