Endoscopes TRIZ Cases

A ceramic board and metal rectangular tube seal the sensor recess, improving reliability while keeping the distal unit compact.

This objective lens uses spaced meniscus lenses and condensing units to reach up to 240° FOV with low distortion and sensor compatibility.

A compression spring in the handle latch automates forceps jaw locking and unlocking, reducing repeated surgical manipulations.

Dual cuffs and actuation wires let medical instruments bend independently of endoscope articulation for access through tortuous paths.

A collapsible snare and spring wire improve tissue engagement while freeing the endoscope channel for additional instruments.

Independent wavelengths support IR700 imaging and therapy with less excitation interference.

An integrated RF electrode and LED visualization simplify tendon graft harvesting while improving cut precision and graft quality.

An expandable electrode array delivers pulsed fields for uniform duodenal mucosal treatment while sparing deeper tissue layers.

This case combines cartridge reattachment with injection-mechanism reset, reducing missed manual return steps in endoscopic stapling.

A male-female mount uses radial teeth, guided engagement, and a latch for stable, damage-resistant medical device assembly.

Anchored positioning stabilizes endodevice tools for precise tissue intervention.

An expandable cardiac catheter captures tissue images and positions them in 3D, avoiding interpolation-prone point sensing.

A brushless DC peristaltic pump uses current feedback to regulate intra-uterine pressure and support safer surgical visibility.

Real-time waypoint storage defines a boundary volume that guides steerable device insertion and retraction through patient anatomy.

A flexible-tube instrument integrates tissue cutting, cautery, and irrigation to shorten procedures and reduce patient trauma.

Embedded image sensors and a configurable guide insert support independent instrument control, clearer views, and precise resection.

This case shows how a sheath drain valve combines passive and active drainage to remove bodily fragments while limiting pressure disruption.

A biasing member forms a funnel-like outlet channel for continuous aspiration and irrigation while removing fragments of varied sizes.

A locking mechanism restricts wire travel so the bent distal treatment part rotates while maintaining a stable ERCP incision position.

This case shows how nested tubular bodies and angled traction wires simplify directional bending in medical instruments.

A two-by-two blue-weighted pixel array separates visible and fluorescence light to sharpen anatomy and perfusion imaging.

This endoscope case shifts the working channel toward the outer circumference, freeing distal-tip space without extra guide elements.

A wearable display detects the user's field of view and shows vital overlays selectively, reducing gaze shifts during procedures.

A scaled visual representation measures urinary stone fragments and signals when they reach the target removal size.

A segmented robotic arm combines endoscopic viewing, cervix stabilization, and motorized tools for controlled uterine tissue resection.

A frangible-seal reservoir mixes concentrated detergent with sterile water for reliable endoscope channel cleaning and biofilm control.

A catheter integrates lacerators, aligners, visualization, irrigation, and aspiration for more precise calcified-tissue cutting.

An insulating member limits high-frequency current exposure, supporting precise narrow-area incisions with reduced tissue thermal damage.

This endoscope uses a proximal light source and thin fiber to improve coupling, flexibility, and white illumination at the distal tip.

A protruding electrode supports tissue marking and incision in one tool, reducing tool exchanges during ESD procedures.

Swivels, stretch limits, and adjustable clips provide controlled tissue traction without blocking visualization or accessory tools.

A light source controller matches normal and excitation light exposure energy for balanced images with CMOS rolling shutters.

Rotatable screws wrap endoscope control wires to fine-tune tension and improve flexible-tube deflection reliability.

A dual-electrode endoscope tool switches monopolar functions for marking, incision, and coagulation without frequent tool changes.

A modular platform uses movable arms, slots, and locks to position multiple instruments while improving surgical visibility.

A surrounding rail and traveling vehicle provide complete tool access for dissecting and removing non-symmetric elevated tissue.

This case combines side-wall energy delivery, an open fluid lumen, and thermal shielding to support CTO recanalization.

Eight traction wires and offset lumens guide distal bending while simplifying control of long medical instruments.

This case replaces bulky electromagnets with rotating permanent magnets for compact, three-dimensional control of capsule endoscopes.

A modular coupling lets reusable handles stay external while disposable treatment-site parts are replaced between procedures.

A nested inner and outer tube structure reduces friction and seizure while improving electrode control in minimally invasive surgery.

Computer vision identifies anatomy and updates surgical overlays as panning changes the displayed field of view.

Adjustable filtered illumination improves caries detection on recessed tooth surfaces.

Physical vapor deposition and atomic layer deposition create complementary layers that improve carrier transport and image quality.

Paired electrodes measure medical instrument depth through capacitance for surgical verification.

A textured marker band, metal strip, and heat-fused jacket improve attachment to the optical fiber ring for imaging and maneuverability.

An integrated actuator moves the sheath and end effector, helping one user control scope retrieval without operator coordination.

Temperature detectors trigger hysteresis-based zoom and focus corrections to prevent focal-plane drift and image wobble.