Surgical Flux Conduit with Data Path for Instrument Mapping
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional surgical systems face challenges in automatically determining which electrosurgical instruments are connected to a flux supply source, leading to ambiguity and potential safety issues when multiple instruments of the same energy type are installed, which restricts the flexibility and efficiency of surgical procedures.
Innovation Solution
A system that includes a surgical flux transmission conduit with data and flux transmission pathways, and a control system that identifies which kinematic flux delivery structures are connected to specific flux supply pathways and support structures, allowing for unambiguous control of flux delivery based on input commands from the surgeon console.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple electrosurgical instruments of the same energy type are installed at the patient side cart, then the flexibility and efficiency of surgical procedures are improved, but ambiguity arises in determining which instrument is connected to the flux supply source, leading to safety issues
Solution Approach 1:
The system implements automated detection and mapping of flux supply paths by establishing bidirectional communication between the flux supply source and each electrosurgical instrument. The control system receives status information from instruments and actively determines connection states, providing continuous feedback to resolve ambiguity about which instrument is connected to the flux supply source.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces manual verification methods with automated electronic detection systems. Instead of relying on physical inspection or manual tracking of flux supply connections, the system uses electronic communication pathways and control algorithms to automatically identify and map which instruments are connected to the flux supply source.
2Measurement precision
If automated detection and mapping systems are implemented to determine flux supply paths, then safety and precision of flux delivery are improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The control system is designed to perform multiple functions: it manages flux supply to instruments, detects connection states, maps flux supply paths, and controls instrument operation. By integrating these diverse functions into a single multi-functional control system, the patent reduces the need for separate dedicated systems while achieving precise flux delivery control.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent combines the flux supply control pathway with the detection and mapping functionality into an integrated system. The control system merges the functions of flux delivery management and connection status determination, allowing precise control while reducing overall system complexity through functional integration.
3Productivity
If flux supply paths are manually tracked and determined, then device complexity is reduced, but time is lost and productivity decreases due to manual verification processes
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs automated detection and mapping of flux supply paths as a preliminary action before surgical procedures begin or when instruments are connected. This advance determination eliminates the need for time-consuming manual verification during surgery, allowing surgeons to immediately proceed with procedures using the pre-established flux supply path information.
Solution Approach 2:
The control system automatically determines flux supply paths and tracks instrument connections without requiring manual intervention. The system self-identifies which instruments are connected to the flux supply source through automated detection algorithms, eliminating the need for operators to manually track and verify flux paths, thereby increasing productivity and reducing time loss.
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AI summary
A surgical flux transmission conduit for operationally coupling a surgical flux supply pathway with a surgical flux delivery instrument to supply flux from the surgical flux supply pathway, the surgical flux transmission conduit may include a data signal transmission pathway, a surgical flux transmission pathway, and a connector interface including a data signal transmission connector and a surgical flux transmission connector. A system for supplying flux may include a plurality of flux supply pathways, a plurality of remotely-controllable kinematic flux delivery structures, and a control system receiving first data identifying which of the remotely-controllable kinematic flux delivery structures is operationally coupled to which of the flux supply pathways and receiving second data identifying which of the remotely-controllable kinematic flux delivery structures is operationally coupled to which of a plurality of kinematic support structures. A system for detecting an operative condition of a surgical instrument of a teleoperated surgical system may include a surgical instrument comprising a housing for coupling the surgical instrument in an installed position at a patient side cart of a teleoperated surgical system, the housing comprising a connector feature and a sensing device associated with the patient side cart and disposed to detect a presence of the flux transmission conduit in a flux connection state of the surgical instrument.