Robotic Surgical Master Controller With Adjustable Coordinate Alignment
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Solution Overview
Problem
The operability of the master controller in robotic surgical systems is compromised due to automatic adjustment of the coordinate system based on the viewer angle, leading to potential inefficiencies in operator interaction.
Innovation Solution
A robotic surgical system with an operation unit that allows for manual adjustment of the coordinate system rotation angle, enabling operators to customize the coordinate system alignment for improved usability.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If the coordinate system of the master controller is automatically adjusted according to the angle of the viewer, then the system can adapt to different viewing positions, but the operability of the master controller deteriorates depending on the operator
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies dynamics by making the coordinate system adjustment flexible and operator-controlled rather than fixed and automatic. The operator can dynamically adjust the coordinate system rotation angle according to their personal preference and operational needs, transforming a static automatic adjustment into a dynamic user-controlled parameter.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the parameter of coordinate system rotation angle from an automatically determined value to a manually adjustable parameter. By allowing operators to change this parameter according to their preference, the system respects individual operational differences while maintaining adaptability to various viewing positions.
2Device complexity
If the coordinate system rotation angle is fixed, then the system structure is simple, but the ease of operation deteriorates because operators cannot customize the alignment
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces dynamic adjustability to the coordinate system rotation angle, allowing operators to modify the angle according to their operational preferences. This dynamic feature enhances ease of operation while adding only minimal complexity to the system structure through simple angle adjustment mechanisms.
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AI summary
A robotic surgical system includes an operation apparatus including an operation unit to receive an operation for a surgical instrument, the operation unit having a coordinate system rotated by a predetermined angle with respect to a coordinate system of a surgical apparatus, and a receiver to receive a change in the predetermined angle by an operator.