Operating Room Wireless Power Layout for Cord-Free Surgical Mobility
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Solution Overview
Problem
Operating rooms are cluttered with power cords from surgical devices, limiting movement and requiring careful battery management, which complicates surgical procedures.
Innovation Solution
A wireless power transmission system is implemented in the operating room, using sources, receivers, and consumers to wirelessly transfer power to surgical devices, eliminating cords and enabling free movement.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If power cords are used to power surgical devices, then devices can function, but the room becomes cluttered and movement is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the power transmission function from physical power cords and implements it through wireless power transfer technology. The wireless power system includes a power source, power transmission unit, and power reception unit, eliminating the need for visible power cords while maintaining power supply functionality. This resolves the contradiction by removing the harmful visual and physical clutter while preserving the essential power transmission function.
2Ease of operation
If battery power is used in surgical devices, then movement is improved, but battery charging management becomes complex
Solution Approach 1:
The wireless power system enables devices to receive power automatically and continuously without requiring manual battery charging or replacement. The power reception unit in each device automatically receives wireless power signals from the power source, providing continuous power supply. This eliminates the complexity of battery management while maintaining movement freedom, as devices remain powered without human intervention.
3Ease of operation
If wireless power transmission is implemented, then clutter is reduced and mobility is enhanced, but power supply system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The wireless power system is designed with universal applicability across multiple surgical devices. A single power source can simultaneously power multiple devices through the power transmission unit, which broadcasts wireless power signals that any device with a power reception unit can receive. This multi-functional design reduces overall system complexity compared to individual power solutions for each device, while maximizing mobility and eliminating clutter.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The system streamlines device power supply, reducing clutter and enhancing mobility in the operating room by allowing wireless power transfer to surgical tools and equipment.
Implementation Method 1
The at least one source of power wirelessly transfers power to the at least one power receiver for powering the surgical power consumer
Data Source
AI summary
SA surgical room power system including at least one source of power wired to a power source for a surgical room, the at least one source of power being wired to the surgical room; at least one power receiver; and a surgical power consumer wired to the at least one power receiver, the surgical power consumer being configured to assist a surgeon during a surgical procedure on a patient. The at least one source of power wirelessly transfers power to the at least one power receiver for powering the surgical power consumer.