Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc.

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1.

DYNAMIC APERTURE POSITONING FOR STEREO ENDOSCOPIC CAMERAS

      
Application Number 18478586
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-09-29
First Publication Date 2024-03-28
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Mcdowall, Ian E.
  • Berman, Arthur Louis

Abstract

The technology described herein can be embodied in a stereoscopic endoscope in which the orientation of the two eyes may be determined dynamically as the endoscope is moved and rotated. This may enable an improved user-experience when using an angled stereoscopic endoscope even when it is rotated, for example, to view the sides of a cavity.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 1/00 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor
  • G02B 23/24 - Instruments for viewing the inside of hollow bodies, e.g. fibrescopes
  • G03B 17/02 - Bodies
  • G03B 35/10 - Stereoscopic photography by simultaneous recording having single camera with stereoscopic-base-defining system
  • G03B 35/18 - Stereoscopic photography by simultaneous viewing

2.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR INTEGRATING INTRAOPERATIVE IMAGE DATA WITH MINIMALLY INVASIVE MEDICAL TECHNIQUES

      
Application Number 18259854
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-12-28
First Publication Date 2024-03-28
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Yoon, Sungwon
  • Zhang, Hui
  • Adebar, Troy K.
  • Bianchi, Cristian
  • Camporesi, Carlo

Abstract

A system may comprise a processor and a memory having computer readable instructions stored thereon. The computer readable instructions, when executed by the processor, cause the system to record shape data for an instrument during an image capture period of an imaging system and receive image data from the imaging system corresponding to the image capture period. A portion of the image data corresponds to the instrument. The computer readable instructions further cause the system to identify a target in the image data, segment the portion of the image data, register the image data to the shape data by comparing the shape data to the portion of the image data corresponding to the instrument, and update a location of the target from a pre-operative location to an intra-operative location based upon the image data.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 34/10 - Computer-aided planning, simulation or modelling of surgical operations
  • A61B 34/20 - Surgical navigation systems; Devices for tracking or guiding surgical instruments, e.g. for frameless stereotaxis
  • A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges
  • G06T 7/12 - Edge-based segmentation
  • G06T 7/30 - Determination of transform parameters for the alignment of images, i.e. image registration
  • G06V 10/25 - Determination of region of interest [ROI] or a volume of interest [VOI]
  • G16H 30/20 - ICT specially adapted for the handling or processing of medical images for handling medical images, e.g. DICOM, HL7 or PACS

3.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR UPDATING A TARGET LOCATION USING INTRAOPERATIVE IMAGE DATA

      
Application Number 18260030
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-12-28
First Publication Date 2024-03-28
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Moller, Zachary
  • Cohn, Benjamin G.
  • Adebar, Troy K.
  • Bhatt, Ruchi C.
  • Korir, George
  • Warman, Cynthia

Abstract

A medical system comprises a display system, an elongate device, an imaging probe configured to extend within the elongate device, and a control system communicatively coupled to the display system. The control system is configured to display a graphical user interface via the display system. The graphical user interface includes a virtual navigation view and a fluoroscopic view. The control system is further configured to: display an image of the elongate device in the virtual navigation view; determine a position of an imaging probe marker in the virtual navigation view based on a position of the imaging probe displayed in the fluoroscopic view; determine a plane of orientation of the imaging probe marker in the virtual navigation view based on an orientation of the imaging probe displayed in the fluoroscopic view; and determine an orientation indicator for the imaging probe marker in the virtual navigation view.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 34/10 - Computer-aided planning, simulation or modelling of surgical operations

4.

IMAGING ORIENTATION PLANNING FOR EXTERNAL IMAGING DEVICES

      
Application Number US2023074837
Publication Number 2024/064861
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-09-22
Publication Date 2024-03-28
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Zhang, Hui
  • Barbagli, Federico
  • Cruse, Ii, Energy

Abstract

Methods and systems for forming one or more projected two-dimensional images based on Computed Tomography (CT) data of a subject, a planned pose of a flexible elongated device, and one or more parameters of an external imaging device are disclosed. In some examples, the one or more projected two-dimensional images may be used to determine appropriate imaging orientations of an external imaging device for use during a medical procedure.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 6/03 - Computerised tomographs
  • A61B 6/00 - Apparatus for radiation diagnosis, e.g. combined with radiation therapy equipment
  • A61B 6/12 - Devices for detecting or locating foreign bodies

5.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR VARYING BENDING STIFFNESS OF A FLEXIBLE ELONGATE DEVICE

      
Application Number US2023074426
Publication Number 2024/064597
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-09-18
Publication Date 2024-03-28
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Deyanov, Rumen
  • Field, Russell

Abstract

A flexible elongate device comprises an articulable distal section and a non-articulable proximal section. The non-articulable proximal section is proximal to the articulable distal section. A distal portion of the non-articulable proximal section has a first bending stiffness, and a proximal portion of the non-articulable proximal section has a second bending stiffness. The first bending stiffness is less than the second bending stiffness.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61M 25/00 - Catheters; Hollow probes
  • A61M 25/01 - Introducing, guiding, advancing, emplacing or holding catheters

6.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF CONTINUOUS REGISTRATION FOR IMAGE-GUIDED SURGERY

      
Application Number 18521863
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-11-28
First Publication Date 2024-03-21
Owner Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Soper, Timothy D.
  • Duindam, Vincent

Abstract

Methods and systems of registering a model of one or more anatomic passageways of a patient to a patient space are provided herein. An exemplary method may include accessing a set of model points of the model of the passageways, the model points being associated with a model space, collecting measured points along a length of a catheter inserted into the passageways of the patient, the measured points determined by a shape of the catheter, and assigning points of the first set to a plurality of subsets. The exemplary method may further include registering each of the subsets with the model points to produce a plurality of registration candidates, comparing the candidates to identify an optimal subset associated with an optimal registration of the plurality of candidates that translates the set of model points and at least one set of the sets of measured points into a common space.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 34/37 - Master-slave robots
  • A61B 1/00 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor
  • A61B 34/10 - Computer-aided planning, simulation or modelling of surgical operations
  • A61B 34/20 - Surgical navigation systems; Devices for tracking or guiding surgical instruments, e.g. for frameless stereotaxis
  • G06F 30/23 - Design optimisation, verification or simulation using finite element methods [FEM] or finite difference methods [FDM]
  • G06T 3/00 - Geometric image transformation in the plane of the image
  • G06T 7/33 - Determination of transform parameters for the alignment of images, i.e. image registration using feature-based methods
  • G06T 17/20 - Wire-frame description, e.g. polygonalisation or tessellation

7.

DEVICES AND METHODS FOR FORCE SENSING UNIT WITH SHAFT TRANSLATION AND ROLL

      
Application Number 18266141
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-12-15
First Publication Date 2024-03-21
Owner Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor Deyanov, Rumen

Abstract

A surgical instrument includes a support structure, a shaft, a shaft translation carriage including a shaft roll carrier, a shaft roll drive group, and a force sensor unit. The shaft comprises a proximal end and a distal end, and a shaft axis is defined by the proximal and distal ends. The shaft is coupled to the support structure by the shaft roll carrier. The shaft roll drive group is configured to rotate the shaft about the shaft axis and comprises a shaft roll driver, a shaft roll drive receiver, and a shaft roll drive coupling. The shaft roll drive receiver translates along the shaft axis relative to the shaft roll driver as the shaft translates along the shaft axis. The force sensor unit is configured to produce a the shaft axis.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 34/30 - Surgical robots
  • A61B 34/00 - Computer-aided surgery; Manipulators or robots specially adapted for use in surgery

8.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING SYNTHETIC INDICATORS IN A USER INTERFACE FOR A ROBOT-ASSISTED SYSTEM

      
Application Number 18255062
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-11-29
First Publication Date 2024-03-21
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Itkowitz, Brandon D.
  • Lafrenais, Jason S.
  • Perez Rosillo, Angel J.

Abstract

A medical system may comprise a display system and a control system. The control system may include a processing unit including one or more processors. The processing unit may be configured to display, on the display system, an image of a field, generated by an imaging component, of view of a surgical environment. The processing unit may also be configured to generate a three-dimensional synthetic indicator for a position of an instrument outside of the field of view of the surgical environment and display the three-dimensional synthetic indicator with the image of the field of view of the surgical environment.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 34/37 - Master-slave robots
  • A61B 34/00 - Computer-aided surgery; Manipulators or robots specially adapted for use in surgery
  • A61B 34/35 - Surgical robots for telesurgery
  • A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges

9.

PRELOADED SURGICAL INSTRUMENT INTERFACE

      
Application Number 18243311
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-09-07
First Publication Date 2024-03-21
Owner Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Cooper, Thomas G.
  • Mcgrogan, Anthony K.
  • Holop, Robert E.
  • Solomon, Todd R.
  • Duval, Eugene F.
  • Anderson, Kent M.

Abstract

A surgical system includes a surgical instrument that is sensitive to backlash that would adversely affect the transmission of controlled torque and position to the surgical instrument. The surgical instrument is coupled to motors in a surgical instrument manipulator assembly via a mechanical interface. The combination of the mechanical interface and surgical instrument manipulator assembly have low backlash, e.g., less than 0.7 degrees. The backlash is controlled in the surgical instrument manipulator assembly. From the drive output disk in the surgical instrument manipulator assembly to the driven disk of the surgical instrument, the mechanical interface has zero backlash for torque levels used in surgical procedures.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 34/30 - Surgical robots
  • A61B 34/00 - Computer-aided surgery; Manipulators or robots specially adapted for use in surgery

10.

DETERMINATION OF A CONTOUR PHYSICAL DISTANCE WITHIN A SUBJECT BASED ON A DEFORMABLE THREE-DIMENSIONAL MODEL

      
Application Number US2023032175
Publication Number 2024/058965
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-09-07
Publication Date 2024-03-21
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Shirazian, Pourya
  • Lee, Kenneth K.

Abstract

An illustrative dynamic measurement system may be configured to generate, based on imagery of a scene, a deformable 3D model of the scene, identify a first point on an anatomical object located in the scene, and determine, based on the deformable 3D model, a dynamic measurement value representative of a contour physical distance between the first point and a second point in the scene. The dynamic measurement value may dynamically update with movement of one or more objects within the scene.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06T 7/579 - Depth or shape recovery from multiple images from motion
  • G06T 7/62 - Analysis of geometric attributes of area, perimeter, diameter or volume

11.

INSTRUMENT FLUSHING SYSTEM

      
Application Number 18376726
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-10-04
First Publication Date 2024-03-21
Owner Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Lambrecht, Bram Gilbert Antoon
  • Anderson, S. Christopher
  • Cooper, Thomas G.

Abstract

A medical instrument includes an instrument shaft with exit holes near a distal end of the shaft, a tool coupled to the distal end of the shaft, and a backend. The backend may include a mechanism that manipulates a drive element that extends through the shaft and couples to the tool, a fluid inlet, and a fluid channel assembly providing fluid communication between the fluid inlet and the proximal end of the shaft. Cleaning fluid is directed into the fluid inlet, through the fluid channel assembly, and into the shaft. A chassis or other structural piece of the backend may form part of the fluid channel assembly.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 90/70 - Cleaning devices specially adapted for surgical instruments
  • A61B 34/30 - Surgical robots
  • B08B 9/032 - Cleaning the internal surfaces; Removal of blockages by the mechanical action of a moving fluid, e.g. by flushing

12.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL IN DELIVERY OF THERMAL LIQUID TREATMENT

      
Application Number 18259051
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-12-20
First Publication Date 2024-03-21
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Barry, Robert L.
  • Henne, Erik M.

Abstract

A heated liquid system may comprise a catheter including a liquid delivery channel for delivery of a treatment liquid from a distal end portion of the catheter. The catheter may also include a circulation supply channel extending along the liquid delivery channel. The circulation supply channel may be configured to convey a heated liquid from a heated liquid source toward the distal end portion of the catheter. The catheter may also include a circulation return channel extending along the liquid delivery channel. The circulation return channel may be configured to convey the heated liquid from the distal end portion toward a proximal end portion of the catheter. The heated liquid may be used to maintain a temperature of the treatment liquid.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61F 7/00 - Heating or cooling appliances for medical or therapeutic treatment of the human body
  • A61M 5/142 - Pressure infusion, e.g. using pumps
  • A61M 25/10 - Balloon catheters

13.

IMAGING SYSTEM WITH NEEDLE ALIGNED TO FIELD OF VIEW

      
Application Number US2023032385
Publication Number 2024/058994
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-09-11
Publication Date 2024-03-21
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Gordan, Lucas S.
  • Raybin, Samuel
  • Schlesinger, Randall L.
  • Wong, Serena H.

Abstract

An apparatus may comprise an imaging probe including a channel extending through the imaging probe and terminating at an opening and an imaging device configured to generate image data having a field of view. The apparatus may also comprise a tool configured to slidably extend within the channel. A portion of the tool may be flexible and may bend away from the imaging device when the portion of the tool is extended distally of the opening.

IPC Classes  ?

14.

INSTRUMENT PRESENCE AND ROTATIONAL OFFSET SENSING IN FLEXIBLE SYSTEM

      
Application Number 18243773
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-09-08
First Publication Date 2024-03-14
Owner Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Polonsky, Andrey
  • Bailey, David W.
  • Begley, Adam K.
  • Bogusky, Joseph D.
  • Brichard, Dominique D.
  • Gordon, Lucas S.
  • Shoghi Ghalehshahi, Tajalli

Abstract

A medical system may include an elongated flexible body including a channel extending through the elongated flexible body. The elongated flexible body includes an articulable portion extending along at least a portion of a length of the elongated flexible body. The medical system may include an instrument configured to be received in the channel of the elongated flexible body, a magnetic field generator configured to generate a magnetic field within the channel, and a magnetic field sensor configured to detect the magnetic field generated by the magnetic field generator.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 34/20 - Surgical navigation systems; Devices for tracking or guiding surgical instruments, e.g. for frameless stereotaxis
  • G01R 33/07 - Hall-effect devices

15.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ORIENTING TOOLS WITHIN FLEXIBLE ELONGATED DEVICES

      
Application Number 18243783
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-09-08
First Publication Date 2024-03-14
Owner Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor Gordon, Lucas S.

Abstract

A medical instrument includes a tool having a mating tool portion with a first set of angled flats and a flexible elongated body having a mating channel portion with a second set of angled flats. When the tool is inserted into a channel of the flexible elongated body, the first set of angled flats engages with the second set of angled flats. The first and second sets of angled flats may be configured such that the tool is oriented into one of a plurality of predetermined orientations relative to the flexible elongated body when the first and second sets of angled flats are engaged during tool insertion.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 1/018 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor characterised by internal passages or accessories therefor for receiving instruments
  • A61B 1/00 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor

16.

ARTICULATION ASSEMBLIES FOR SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS

      
Application Number 18515215
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-11-20
First Publication Date 2024-03-14
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor Hites, Tibor

Abstract

The present disclosure provides a surgical instrument, such as a tissue sealing instrument, with an elongate shaft and an end effector movably coupled to the shaft with a joint or wrist assembly. The wrist assembly includes a first outer link, a second outer link, and an inner link. The first outer link is connected to the elongated shaft and movably coupled to the second outer link by the inner link. The inner link includes a pair of posts, and the first and second outer links each include a recess configured to receive a respective one of the pair of posts. The posts and recesses defining a rocking hinge, which permits the wrist assembly to accommodate a reduction in the size of the rolling radius to reduce the likelihood of grabbing and pinching tissue during articulation of the end effector without sacrificing the internal bend radius of the hinge joint.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 17/072 - Surgical staplers for applying a row of staples in a single action
  • A61B 34/30 - Surgical robots

17.

GRAPHICAL USER INTERFACE FOR SURGICAL PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT

      
Application Number 18556581
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-04-24
First Publication Date 2024-03-14
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Brown, Kristen
  • Jarc, Anthony
  • Bao, Yihan
  • Liu, Xi
  • Phan, Huan
  • Zhou, Linlin

Abstract

Various of the disclosed embodiments provide Graphical User Interfaces (GUIs) for reviewing prior surgical procedures. Specifically, the GUI may allow a user, such as surgeon, to review sensor data, including video data, acquired during various of the surgeon's past surgical procedures. Some sensor data may be organized into metrics referred to herein as objective performance indicators (OPIs). Similarly, procedures may be discretized into specific tasks. By organizing and presenting data in OPI form at the task level, the GUI may facilitate efficient and coordinated review of the surgeon's progress over time across multiple procedures. In some embodiments, corresponding data from expert surgeons may also presented in the interface so that the user may gauge the surgeon's relative performance.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G16H 15/00 - ICT specially adapted for medical reports, e.g. generation or transmission thereof
  • G16H 10/60 - ICT specially adapted for the handling or processing of patient-related medical or healthcare data for patient-specific data, e.g. for electronic patient records
  • G16H 50/70 - ICT specially adapted for medical diagnosis, medical simulation or medical data mining; ICT specially adapted for detecting, monitoring or modelling epidemics or pandemics for mining of medical data, e.g. analysing previous cases of other patients

18.

HANDHELD TOOL EXTENDER

      
Application Number 18368447
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-09-14
First Publication Date 2024-03-14
Owner Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Sekercioglu, Salim Dogan
  • Anderson, Tor C.
  • Chan, Jason K.
  • Cohn, Benjamin G.
  • Vrudny, Stephan
  • Warman, Cynthia

Abstract

A medical instrument includes a tool extender used to retain and move a tool relative to a flexible elongate device. The tool extender includes a slider that allows a user to move the tool relative to a flexible elongate device with one hand using a portion of the slider that is configured to be engaged and manipulated by the user's hand or fingers. A portion of the slider is attached to the tool shaft such that moving the slider moves the tool relative to the tool extender and to the flexible elongate device

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 90/50 - Supports for surgical instruments, e.g. articulated arms
  • A61B 34/30 - Surgical robots

19.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR INTERVENTIONAL PROCEDURE PLANNING

      
Application Number 18516835
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-11-21
First Publication Date 2024-03-14
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Donhowe, Caitlin Q.
  • Chopra, Prashant
  • Panescu, Dorin
  • Reiley, Carol
  • Zhao, Tao

Abstract

A method of planning a procedure to deploy an interventional instrument comprises receiving a model of an anatomic structure. The anatomic structure includes a plurality of passageways. The method further includes identifying a target structure in the model and receiving information about an operational capability of the interventional instrument within the plurality of passageways. The method further comprises identifying a planned deployment location for positioning a distal tip of the interventional instrument to perform the procedure on the target structure based upon the operational capability of the interventional instrument.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 8/12 - Diagnosis using ultrasonic, sonic or infrasonic waves in body cavities or body tracts, e.g. by using catheters
  • A61B 8/00 - Diagnosis using ultrasonic, sonic or infrasonic waves
  • A61B 8/08 - Detecting organic movements or changes, e.g. tumours, cysts, swellings
  • A61B 10/04 - Endoscopic instruments
  • A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods, e.g. tourniquets
  • A61B 34/10 - Computer-aided planning, simulation or modelling of surgical operations

20.

MODIFIED ANIMAL ORGANS FOR USE IN SURGICAL SIMULATORS

      
Application Number 18504223
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-11-08
First Publication Date 2024-03-07
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Alexander, John
  • Grubbs, W. Andrew

Abstract

Modified animal tissues, organs, and organ systems for use in simulated surgical procedures are disclosed. The tissues, organs, and/or organ systems can be modified by enhancing their electrical conductivity, by including simulated contents mimicking what would normally be present in live animals, and by having fake blood perfusing through them. Portions of different tissues, organs, or organ systems, which can be from the same or different animals, can be adhered to provide hybrid/chimeric tissues, organs, or organ systems, and also used for simulated surgical procedures. These modifications can provide surgeons with a more realistic experience during a simulated surgical procedure.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G09B 23/30 - Anatomical models
  • A61B 34/00 - Computer-aided surgery; Manipulators or robots specially adapted for use in surgery
  • A61B 34/10 - Computer-aided planning, simulation or modelling of surgical operations
  • A61B 34/30 - Surgical robots
  • G06T 19/00 - Manipulating 3D models or images for computer graphics
  • G09B 23/28 - Models for scientific, medical, or mathematical purposes, e.g. full-sized device for demonstration purposes for medicine

21.

TECHNIQUES FOR UPDATING A REGISTRATION TRANSFORM BETWEEN AN EXTENDED-REALITY SYSTEM AND A COMPUTER-ASSISTED DEVICE

      
Application Number US2023031601
Publication Number 2024/049942
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-08-31
Publication Date 2024-03-07
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Murugappan, Sundar
  • Payyavula, Govinda
  • Re, Guido Maria

Abstract

Techniques for updating the registration of an extended reality (XR) system with a computer-assisted device include the following. A control system communicably coupled to the computer-assisted device and to a sensor system is configured to: determine, based on sensor data, pose information of an operator portion of an operator during one or more interactions between the operator portion and a device portion of the computer-assisted device, determine pose information of the device portion during the one or more interactions, update a registration transform between the XR system and the computer-assisted device based on the pose information of the operator portion and the pose information of the device portion, and cause the XR system to render an image viewable by the operator using the updated registration transform.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 34/30 - Surgical robots
  • A61B 34/20 - Surgical navigation systems; Devices for tracking or guiding surgical instruments, e.g. for frameless stereotaxis

22.

SURGICAL INSTRUMENT PORTS CONFIGURED FOR USE WITH WOUND RETRACTORS, AND RELATED DEVICES AND METHODS

      
Application Number 18467989
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-09-15
First Publication Date 2024-03-07
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Crews, Brian M.
  • Crews, Sam
  • Gerbi, Craig R.
  • Hurst, Michael
  • Adhya, Sumona

Abstract

A surgical port includes an end face comprising a channel extending through the end face, the channel having a cross section shaped to receive a surgical instrument cannula, and a lateral wall extending around a perimeter of the end face, the lateral wall and end face enclosing an open volume. An end portion of a wound retractor is received in the open volume of the surgical port and in engagement with an inner surface of the lateral wall, and the surgical port is configured to abut a body wall in an inserted position of the wound retractor through the body wall.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61M 39/02 - Access sites
  • A61B 1/00 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor
  • A61B 17/34 - Trocars; Puncturing needles
  • A61B 18/14 - Probes or electrodes therefor

23.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR NON-RIGID DEFORMATION OF TISSUE FOR VIRTUAL NAVIGATION OF INTERVENTIONAL TOOLS

      
Application Number 18465876
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-09-12
First Publication Date 2024-02-29
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Chopra, Prashant
  • Duindam, Vincent
  • Xu, Lei
  • Zhao, Tao

Abstract

A non-transitory machine-readable media stores instructions that, when run by one or more processors, cause the one or more processors to store a deformable model of a patient anatomy and deform the deformable model based on a measured deformation of a branched anatomical structure of the patient anatomy. The deformable model includes a skeleton tree of nodes and linkages representing the branched anatomical structure of the patient anatomy. Each of the nodes is located at a respective bifurcation of the branched anatomical structure, and at each respective bifurcation the corresponding linkages include an orientation. The deformable model is deformed by modifying the orientations of the linkages of the branched anatomical structure.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 34/10 - Computer-aided planning, simulation or modelling of surgical operations
  • A61B 34/20 - Surgical navigation systems; Devices for tracking or guiding surgical instruments, e.g. for frameless stereotaxis
  • A61B 34/30 - Surgical robots
  • G06T 19/20 - Editing of 3D images, e.g. changing shapes or colours, aligning objects or positioning parts

24.

TRAINING USERS USING INDEXED TO MOTION PICTURES

      
Application Number 18503674
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-11-07
First Publication Date 2024-02-29
Owner Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Jarc, Anthony M.
  • Guo, Liheng

Abstract

A system includes a sensor to sense a change in a position of an input control component and a tool; a storage medium embodies a collection of respective motion pictures, which show tool movement imparted by the control component in response to manual input provided by users, indexed based upon a metric; a storage medium embodies a set of instructions that cause a processor to perform operations comprising: determining a user's performance; recording a motion picture of the tool movement imparted by the master control component by the individual user; indexing the recorded motion picture to the collection of motion pictures; generating a user interface providing an interactive visual index; and displaying a selected motion picture on the display screen in response to user input at the interactive visual index.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G09B 5/02 - Electrically-operated educational appliances with visual presentation of the material to be studied, e.g. using film strip
  • G06F 3/01 - Input arrangements or combined input and output arrangements for interaction between user and computer
  • G06F 3/0346 - Pointing devices displaced or positioned by the user; Accessories therefor with detection of the device orientation or free movement in a 3D space, e.g. 3D mice, 6-DOF [six degrees of freedom] pointers using gyroscopes, accelerometers or tilt-sensors
  • G06F 3/0482 - Interaction with lists of selectable items, e.g. menus
  • G09B 19/24 - Use of tools
  • G16H 40/63 - ICT specially adapted for the management or administration of healthcare resources or facilities; ICT specially adapted for the management or operation of medical equipment or devices for the operation of medical equipment or devices for local operation
  • G16H 70/20 - ICT specially adapted for the handling or processing of medical references relating to practices or guidelines
  • H04N 5/76 - Television signal recording

25.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR TRACKING OBJECTS CROSSING BODY WALLFOR OPERATIONS ASSOCIATED WITH A COMPUTER-ASSISTED SYSTEM

      
Application Number 18259833
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-12-29
First Publication Date 2024-02-29
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Rabindran, Dinesh
  • Mohareri, Omid
  • Yuan, Melanie Diane
  • Wang, Kerry

Abstract

A system includes a memory and a processing unit coupled to the memory. The processing unit is configured to receive first image data from a first image sensor exterior to a body, the first image data including data of an object; receive second image data from a second image sensor interior to the body, the second image data including data of the object; track the object moving across a body wall of the body based on the first and second image data to generate a tracking result to indicate a status of movement of the object across the body wall.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06T 7/20 - Analysis of motion
  • G06T 7/30 - Determination of transform parameters for the alignment of images, i.e. image registration
  • G06T 7/60 - Analysis of geometric attributes

26.

SYSTEMS FOR IMAGE-BASED REGISTRATION AND ASSOCIATED METHODS

      
Application Number 18260310
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-12-27
First Publication Date 2024-02-29
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Soper, Timothy D.
  • Pluckter, Kevin X.
  • Adebar, Troy K.

Abstract

Devices, systems, methods, and computer program products for performing a medical procedure are disclosed herein. In some embodiments, a system for performing a medical procedure in an anatomic region includes a medical instrument configured to be inserted within the anatomic region, the medical instrument including an image capture device. The system can also include a positional sensor associated with the medical instrument. The system can be configured to receive a model of the anatomic region. The system can obtain image data from the image capture device and a set of coordinate points from the positional sensor. The system can generate a registration between the model and the anatomic region based on the image data and the coordinate points.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06T 7/33 - Determination of transform parameters for the alignment of images, i.e. image registration using feature-based methods
  • A61B 1/00 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor
  • A61B 1/045 - Control thereof
  • A61B 5/06 - Devices, other than using radiation, for detecting or locating foreign bodies
  • A61B 34/10 - Computer-aided planning, simulation or modelling of surgical operations
  • G06T 7/50 - Depth or shape recovery
  • G06T 17/20 - Wire-frame description, e.g. polygonalisation or tessellation
  • G06T 19/20 - Editing of 3D images, e.g. changing shapes or colours, aligning objects or positioning parts

27.

SURGICAL STAPLING INSTRUMENTS

      
Application Number 18271384
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-12-29
First Publication Date 2024-02-29
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Jasemian, Babak
  • Hites, Tibor Laszlo

Abstract

Surgical stapling instruments include mechanisms for identifying and/or deactivating stapler cartridges for use with the instruments. The stapling instrument includes a drive member for actuating a staple cartridge and a locking member movable from a disabled position permitting distal translation of the drive member through a staple firing stroke, to a locking position inhibiting distal translation of the drive member through the staple firing stroke. The staple cartridge may include a switch movable in a lateral direction to either maintain the locking member in the disabled position or to allow the locking member to move into the locking position.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 17/072 - Surgical staplers for applying a row of staples in a single action
  • A61B 34/37 - Master-slave robots
  • A61B 90/98 - Identification means for patients or instruments, e.g. tags using electromagnetic means, e.g. transponders

28.

ABDOMINAL HERNIA SIMULATION MODEL FOR SURGICAL TRAINING

      
Application Number 18387514
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-11-07
First Publication Date 2024-02-29
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Alexander, John
  • Grubbs, W. Andrew
  • Emerson, Kaity Yu
  • Moore, Morgan Dominice
  • Dew, Megan Harrision
  • Drew, Samuel David

Abstract

A surgeon training apparatus includes a cassette, which includes biological tissue repurposed into a form consistent with the anatomical configuration of abdominal hernias, affixed into an anatomically correct silicon framework which replicates the abdominal anatomy. The framework positions the cassette in an anatomically correct position within the abdominal cavity, enabling surgeons to train using a properly positioned representation of the target anatomy, thus requiring the surgeon to properly use surgical tools to correct the pathologic condition caused by the hernia. The cassette is formed by applying biologic tissue to a specially designed “plate,” which affixes the tissue block into the anatomic framework, and is adapted for connection to a grounding device so the surgeon can use cautery during the simulated hernia repair. The cassette can be positioned inside a manikin, and can be used to train surgeons to repair human hernias using multiple techniques, including robot assisted and laparoscopic methods.

IPC Classes  ?

29.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR FAULT REACTION MECHANISMS FOR MEDICAL ROBOTIC SYSTEMS

      
Application Number 18491494
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-10-20
First Publication Date 2024-02-29
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Barbagli, Federico
  • Carlson, Christopher R.
  • Chang, Samuel Y.
  • Diolaiti, Nicola
  • Duindam, Vincent
  • Trujillo, Salomon J.

Abstract

Systems and methods for responding to faults in a robotic system are provided herein. In some embodiments, the system includes an elongate body having a proximal end and a distal end, a backend housing coupled to the proximal end of the elongate body, and a control system. The backend housing includes one or more actuators configured to manipulate the distal end of the elongate body. The control system is configured to control the robotic system by performing operations including: determining an operational state of the medical robotic system, detecting a fault in one or more components of the medical robotic system, classifying the fault according to one or more heuristics, and imposing a fault reaction state on the medical robotic system based on the one or more heuristics to mitigate the fault.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 34/20 - Surgical navigation systems; Devices for tracking or guiding surgical instruments, e.g. for frameless stereotaxis
  • A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods, e.g. tourniquets
  • A61B 34/00 - Computer-aided surgery; Manipulators or robots specially adapted for use in surgery
  • A61B 34/32 - Surgical robots operating autonomously
  • A61B 34/35 - Surgical robots for telesurgery

30.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DETECTING AND MITIGATING EXTRANEOUS LIGHT AT A SCENE

      
Application Number US2023030084
Publication Number 2024/039586
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-08-11
Publication Date 2024-02-22
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Samadani, Ramin
  • Dicarlo, Jeffrey M.
  • Culman, William Jason

Abstract

An extraneous light detection system may obtain first light images of a scene illuminated with first light in a first waveband and captured over a time period. The first light images depict a subject located at the scene. The extraneous light detection system may track, in the first light images over the time period, pixel values of a target region of the subject. The extraneous light detection system may determine, based on a comparison of signal levels of pixels that depict the target region of the subject with a background model representative of reflectivity of the target region, whether the target region is illuminated with extraneous first light.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 1/00 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor

31.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ENDOSCOPIC TISSUE GRASPING

      
Application Number US2023030202
Publication Number 2024/039630
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-08-15
Publication Date 2024-02-22
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Lieb, Thad, W.
  • Brown, Thomas, W.
  • Hayden, Jennifer, A.
  • Miller, Kyle, R.
  • Mustufa, Tabish
  • Schena, Bruce, M.

Abstract

A system may comprise an elongate flexible instrument, a tissue grasping device including a helical needle extending from a distal end of the elongate flexible instrument, and a grasper drive system coupled to the tissue grasping device to drive motion of the tissue grasping device. The system may also include a sensor system coupled to the tissue grasping device and a control system configured to receive sensor information from the sensor system and control the grasper drive system in response to the received sensor information.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 90/30 - Devices for illuminating a surgical field, the devices having an interrelation with other surgical devices or with a surgical procedure
  • A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges
  • A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods, e.g. tourniquets
  • A61B 34/20 - Surgical navigation systems; Devices for tracking or guiding surgical instruments, e.g. for frameless stereotaxis
  • A61B 17/04 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods, e.g. tourniquets for closing wounds, or holding wounds closed, e.g. surgical staples; Accessories for use therewith for suturing wounds; Holders or packages for needles or suture materials
  • A61B 17/02 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods, e.g. tourniquets for holding wounds open; Tractors
  • A61B 1/00 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor

32.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR UPDATING A TARGET LOCATION USING INTRAOPERATIVE IMAGE DATA

      
Application Number 18260034
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-12-28
First Publication Date 2024-02-15
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Adebar, Troy K.
  • Korir, George
  • Cohn, Benjamin G.
  • Bhatt, Ruchi C.

Abstract

A medical system comprises a display system, an elongate device, an imaging probe configured to extend within the elongate device, and a control system communicatively coupled to the display system. The control system is configured to display a graphical user interface via the display system. The graphical user interface includes a virtual navigation view. The control system is further configured to receive imaging data from the imaging probe. The control system is further configured to determine a target location based on the imaging data. The control system is further configured to determine a position of a distal end of the elongate device. The control system is further configured to display a graphical marker in the virtual navigation view indicating a direction to steer the elongate device from the position of the distal end of the elongate device to the target location.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 34/10 - Computer-aided planning, simulation or modelling of surgical operations
  • A61B 34/30 - Surgical robots
  • A61B 34/00 - Computer-aided surgery; Manipulators or robots specially adapted for use in surgery
  • A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges

33.

FLUORESCENCE EVALUATION APPARATUSES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS

      
Application Number 18266770
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-12-30
First Publication Date 2024-02-15
Owner Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Dalma-Weiszhausz, Dennise D.
  • Mcdowall, Ian E.
  • Rogers, Theodore W.

Abstract

A fluorescence evaluation apparatus includes a substrate configured to be inserted into a body through a channel having an inside diameter between about 5 millimeters (mm) and about 30 mm and a plurality of fluorescence swatches of a fluorescence imaging agent, each fluorescence swatch being arranged on the substrate and having a different concentration of the fluorescence imaging agent.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 1/00 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor
  • A61B 1/04 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor combined with photographic or television appliances
  • A61B 1/06 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor with illuminating arrangements

34.

SYSTEMS FOR DYNAMIC IMAGE-BASED LOCALIZATION AND ASSOCIATED METHODS

      
Application Number 18260307
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-12-27
First Publication Date 2024-02-15
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Adebar, Troy K.
  • Soper, Timothy D.
  • Pluckter, Kevin X.

Abstract

Devices, systems, methods, and computer program products for performing medical procedures are disclosed herein. In some embodiments, a system for performing a medical procedure includes a medical instrument configured to be inserted within the anatomic region, the medical instrument including an image capture device. The system can be configured to obtain, from the image capture device, image data of an anatomic landmark within the anatomic region. The system can identify, based on the image data, an association between the anatomic landmark and a corresponding model landmark in a model of the anatomic region. The system can determine a localization state of the medical instrument based on the identified association, the localization state including an estimated location and an uncertainty parameter associated with the estimated location. The system can dynamically update the localization state as the medical instrument navigates within the anatomic region.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 34/20 - Surgical navigation systems; Devices for tracking or guiding surgical instruments, e.g. for frameless stereotaxis
  • A61B 34/10 - Computer-aided planning, simulation or modelling of surgical operations
  • A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges

35.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR REGISTRATION OF A MEDICAL DEVICE USING A REDUCED SEARCH SPACE

      
Application Number 18339178
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-06-21
First Publication Date 2024-02-15
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Duindam, Vincent
  • Chopra, Prashant

Abstract

A medical system includes an elongate instrument, a tracking system, and one or more processors. The tracking system is disposed along at least a portion of the elongate instrument. The one or more processors are coupled to the tracking system and are configured to: receive a model of a set of connected passageways of a patient anatomy; receive shape information from the tracking system, the shape information indicating a shape of at least a portion the elongate instrument when the portion is disposed in the set of connected passageways; register the shape information to the model; and display a composite image including the model and an instrument image of the elongate instrument.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 5/06 - Devices, other than using radiation, for detecting or locating foreign bodies
  • G06T 7/00 - Image analysis
  • A61B 34/20 - Surgical navigation systems; Devices for tracking or guiding surgical instruments, e.g. for frameless stereotaxis
  • A61B 34/30 - Surgical robots
  • A61B 34/10 - Computer-aided planning, simulation or modelling of surgical operations
  • A61B 5/00 - Measuring for diagnostic purposes ; Identification of persons

36.

DEVICES AND METHODS FOR MINIMALLY INVASIVE SUTURING

      
Application Number 18490860
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-10-20
First Publication Date 2024-02-15
Owner Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Brecher, Gerald I.
  • Meade, John C.
  • Aho, John
  • Baske, Roger
  • Bleck, James H.
  • Carlson, John F.
  • Eagan, Thomas
  • Helander, Michael J.
  • Murray, James W.
  • Perkins, Ashley
  • Shakal, Wayne A.
  • Towle, Jonathan

Abstract

Devices and methods for minimally invasive suturing are disclosed. One suturing device for minimally invasive suturing includes a proximal section a distal end, and an intermediate region therebetween. The device includes a suture head assembly having a suturing needle with a pointed end and a second end. The suturing needle is capable of rotating about an axis approximately perpendicular to a longitudinal axis of the device, wherein the pointed end of the suturing needle is positioned within the suture head assembly prior to deployment of guides that are adapted and configured to guide the needle around a circular path when advanced by a drive mechanism having a needle driver for engaging and rotating the suturing needle.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 17/04 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods, e.g. tourniquets for closing wounds, or holding wounds closed, e.g. surgical staples; Accessories for use therewith for suturing wounds; Holders or packages for needles or suture materials
  • A61B 17/062 - Needle manipulators
  • A61B 17/06 - Needles; Holders or packages for needles or suture materials

37.

METHODS AND APPARATUS TO DETERMINE A SHAPE OF AN OPTICAL FIBER SENSOR

      
Application Number 18382315
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-10-20
First Publication Date 2024-02-08
Owner Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Froggatt, Mark E.
  • Klein, Justin W.
  • Gifford, Dawn K.
  • Kreger, Stephen T.

Abstract

To sense the shape of a multicore optical fiber sensor, light reflected in a center and two or more helixed outer cores of the optical fiber sensor is measured, and phases associated with strain in the center and helixed outer cores is tracked along the length of the fiber sensor. Further, a wobble signal indicative of a variation in the spin rate of the fiber sensor is determined. Based on the tracked phases and the wobble signal, the fiber shape is computed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01B 11/24 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of optical techniques for measuring contours or curvatures
  • G01B 11/16 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of optical techniques for measuring the deformation in a solid, e.g. optical strain gauge
  • G01L 1/24 - Measuring force or stress, in general by measuring variations of optical properties of material when it is stressed, e.g. by photoelastic stress analysis
  • G01M 11/00 - Testing of optical apparatus; Testing structures by optical methods not otherwise provided for
  • G01M 11/02 - Testing optical properties

38.

ADAPTER FOR MANUAL ACTUATION OF SURGICAL INSTRUMENT

      
Application Number US2023028548
Publication Number 2024/030285
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-07-25
Publication Date 2024-02-08
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Manzo, Scott E.
  • Ross, Adam J.
  • Ferro, James
  • Gerbi, Craig R.

Abstract

A manual drive adapter for a robotic instrument includes an adapter housing configured to be releasably coupled to a force transmission mechanism of the robotic instrument. The force transmission mechanism includes a drive member interface and an input drive member configured to engage with a robotic drive output of a teleoperated surgical system. The adapter includes an output drive interface that includes an output drive member and is coupled to the adapter housing. The output drive interface is configured to be releasably coupled to the drive member interface of the robotic instrument such that the output drive member is engageable with the input drive member of the robotic instrument. A manual actuator of the adapter is operably coupled to the output drive member such that movement of the manual actuator by a user causes the output drive member to operate one or more degrees of freedom of the robotic instrument.

IPC Classes  ?

39.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR REGISTERING ELONGATE DEVICES TO THREE-DIMENSIONAL IMAGES IN IMAGE-GUIDED PROCEDURES

      
Application Number 18457815
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-08-29
First Publication Date 2024-02-08
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Duindam, Vincent
  • Barbagli, Federico
  • Soper, Timothy D.
  • Zhao, Tao

Abstract

A medical system comprises an instrument comprising a position sensor and a radiopaque fiducial. The system further comprises a tracking system to receive position data from the sensor, and a processor coupled to the instrument and the tracking system. The position data is in an instrument reference frame. The processor is configured to: receive external image data of a patient anatomy with the instrument disposed therein—the external image data is in an image reference frame; based on the position data, determine a first orientation of the instrument in the instrument reference frame; identify the radiopaque fiducial in the external image data; based on the identified radiopaque fiducial, determine a second orientation of the instrument in the image reference frame; and register the instrument reference frame to the image reference frame by comparing the first orientation in the instrument reference frame to the second orientation in the image reference frame.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 34/10 - Computer-aided planning, simulation or modelling of surgical operations
  • G06T 7/11 - Region-based segmentation
  • G06T 7/30 - Determination of transform parameters for the alignment of images, i.e. image registration
  • A61B 6/03 - Computerised tomographs
  • A61B 6/00 - Apparatus for radiation diagnosis, e.g. combined with radiation therapy equipment
  • A61B 1/00 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor
  • A61B 1/005 - Flexible endoscopes

40.

Cartridge Status and Presence Detection

      
Application Number 18488496
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-10-17
First Publication Date 2024-02-08
Owner Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Weir, David W.
  • Durant, Kevin
  • Burbank, William
  • Flanagan, Patrick

Abstract

Surgical systems and related methods for detecting whether a surgical instrument lacks a surgical cartridge in an unfired condition. A method of detecting that a surgical instrument lacks a surgical cartridge in an unfired condition mounted to the surgical instrument includes commanding a movement of the actuation output in a direction opposite to a firing direction for the surgical cartridge, detecting that an actuation amount of the actuation output as a result of the commanded movement is at or above a threshold actuation amount, and in response to detecting that the actuation amount of the actuation output is at or above the threshold actuation amount, determining that the surgical instrument lacks a surgical cartridge in the unfired condition mounted to the surgical instrument.

IPC Classes  ?

41.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR EMULATING FAR-RANGE LIGHTING FOR AN OPERATIONAL SCENE ILLUMINATED BY CLOSE-RANGE LIGHT

      
Application Number 18377519
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-10-06
First Publication Date 2024-02-01
Owner Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Richmond, Geoffrey A.
  • Hoffman, Brian D.

Abstract

A system may access an image that is captured by an imaging device and that depicts an operational scene illuminated by close-range light. The system may also access a depth map of the operational scene. Based on the image and the depth map, the system may generate a processed image depicting the operational scene as being illuminated by a virtual light source that is to be simulated to be illuminating the operational scene and may provide the processed image for presentation on a display screen. Corresponding systems and methods are also disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06T 5/00 - Image enhancement or restoration
  • G06T 7/55 - Depth or shape recovery from multiple images

42.

PRECISION CONTROL SYSTEMS FOR TISSUE VISUALIZATION AND MANIPULATION ASSEMBLIES

      
Application Number 18462175
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-09-06
First Publication Date 2024-02-01
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Peh, Ruey-Feng
  • Saadat, Vahid
  • Tam, Edmund A.

Abstract

Precision control systems for tissue visualization and manipulation assemblies are described herein where such devices may utilize a variety of apparatus and methods for facilitating advancement, articulation, control, navigation, etc. of systems which may be used to visual and/or treat tissue regions. Additionally, methods and devices for enhancing navigation of the device through a patient body are also described.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 1/00 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor
  • A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges
  • A61B 34/20 - Surgical navigation systems; Devices for tracking or guiding surgical instruments, e.g. for frameless stereotaxis
  • A61B 1/005 - Flexible endoscopes
  • A61B 1/015 - Control of fluid supply or evacuation
  • A61B 1/018 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor characterised by internal passages or accessories therefor for receiving instruments
  • A61B 1/04 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor combined with photographic or television appliances
  • A61B 5/02 - Measuring pulse, heart rate, blood pressure or blood flow; Combined pulse/heart-rate/blood pressure determination; Evaluating a cardiovascular condition not otherwise provided for, e.g. using combinations of techniques provided for in this group with electrocardiography; Heart catheters for measuring blood pressure

43.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR GENERATING VIRTUAL REALITY GUIDANCE

      
Application Number 18255336
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-11-29
First Publication Date 2024-02-01
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Upadrasta, Prasad V.
  • Dimaio, Simon P.
  • Payyavula, Govinda
  • Steger, John Ryan

Abstract

A system comprises a processor and a memory having computer readable instructions stored thereon. The computer readable instructions, when executed by the processor, cause the system to receive an image of a medical environment and identify a medical component in the image of the medical environment. The medical component may be disposed in a first configuration. The computer readable instructions, when executed by the processor also cause the system to receive kinematic information about the medical component and generate virtual guidance based on the kinematic information. The virtual guidance may include a virtual image of the medical component disposed in a second configuration.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 34/10 - Computer-aided planning, simulation or modelling of surgical operations
  • A61B 34/20 - Surgical navigation systems; Devices for tracking or guiding surgical instruments, e.g. for frameless stereotaxis
  • A61B 34/35 - Surgical robots for telesurgery
  • A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges

44.

GRAPHICAL USER INTERFACE FOR DISPLAYING GUIDANCE INFORMATION DURING AN IMAGE-GUIDED PROCEDURE

      
Application Number 18482346
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-10-06
First Publication Date 2024-02-01
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Bianchi, Cristian
  • Duindam, Vincent
  • Wagner, Oliver J.

Abstract

A method for displaying guidance information during an image-guided surgical procedure comprises receiving, by one or more hardware processors, data from a tracking system associated with an elongate device comprising a flexible body and calculating, by the one or more hardware processors, at least one condition along a length of the flexible body based on the data. The method further comprises determining, by the one or more hardware processors, supplemental guidance information based on the at least one condition and augmenting, by the one or more hardware processors, one or more images with the supplemental guidance information to produce one or more augmented images. The method further comprises displaying the one or more augmented images on a display device at a surgeon console.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 34/20 - Surgical navigation systems; Devices for tracking or guiding surgical instruments, e.g. for frameless stereotaxis
  • A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods, e.g. tourniquets
  • A61M 25/01 - Introducing, guiding, advancing, emplacing or holding catheters
  • G06T 19/00 - Manipulating 3D models or images for computer graphics
  • G06T 19/20 - Editing of 3D images, e.g. changing shapes or colours, aligning objects or positioning parts
  • A61B 34/35 - Surgical robots for telesurgery

45.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR OPERATING AN END EFFECTOR

      
Application Number 18485714
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-10-12
First Publication Date 2024-02-01
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Weir, David W.
  • Duque, Grant
  • Durant, Kevin
  • Flanagan, Patrick
  • Nixon, Margaret M.
  • Robinson, David W.
  • Zabinksi, John W.

Abstract

Systems and methods for operating an end effector include an end effector for grasping a material, a drive system coupled to the end effector, a user interface, and a processor. The processor is configured to actuate the drive system to clamp the material using the end effector and in response to detecting successful clamping of the material, display a timer on the user interface. The timer provides an indication of when conditions will be safe to proceed with stapling of the material clamped by the end effector.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 34/00 - Computer-aided surgery; Manipulators or robots specially adapted for use in surgery
  • A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges
  • A61B 17/072 - Surgical staplers for applying a row of staples in a single action
  • A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods, e.g. tourniquets
  • A61B 17/28 - Surgical forceps
  • B25J 9/16 - Programme controls
  • A61B 34/37 - Master-slave robots
  • A61B 17/29 - Forceps for use in minimally invasive surgery
  • G06F 3/14 - Digital output to display device

46.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR GENERATING AND EVALUATING A MEDICAL PROCEDURE

      
Application Number 18255352
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-11-30
First Publication Date 2024-01-25
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Upadrasta, Prasad V.
  • Steger, John Ryan

Abstract

A system may comprise a processor and a memory having computer readable instructions stored thereon. The computer readable instructions, when executed by the processor, may cause the system to generate a procedure plan for performing a procedure with a robot-assisted manipulator. The procedure plan may be based on a first plurality of procedure inputs. The system may also generate a performance metric from the implementation of the procedure, evaluate the implemented procedure based on the performance metric to generate procedure evaluation information, and store the procedure evaluation information. The system may also generate a second procedure plan based on the stored procedure evaluation information and a second plurality of procedure inputs.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G16H 20/40 - ICT specially adapted for therapies or health-improving plans, e.g. for handling prescriptions, for steering therapy or for monitoring patient compliance relating to mechanical, radiation or invasive therapies, e.g. surgery, laser therapy, dialysis or acupuncture
  • G16H 40/20 - ICT specially adapted for the management or administration of healthcare resources or facilities; ICT specially adapted for the management or operation of medical equipment or devices for the management or administration of healthcare resources or facilities, e.g. managing hospital staff or surgery rooms
  • G16H 10/60 - ICT specially adapted for the handling or processing of patient-related medical or healthcare data for patient-specific data, e.g. for electronic patient records

47.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ANATOMIC MOTION COMPENSATION

      
Application Number 18339127
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-06-21
First Publication Date 2024-01-25
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Chopra, Prashant
  • Duindam, Vincent
  • Donhowe, Caitlin Q.
  • Zhao, Tao
  • Soper, Timothy D.
  • Barbagli, Federico

Abstract

A method of modeling a cyclic anatomical motion comprises receiving a pose dataset for an identified point on an interventional instrument retained within and in compliant movement with a cyclically moving patient anatomy for a plurality of time parameters. The method also includes determining a set of pose differentials for the identified point with respect to a reference point at each of the plurality of time parameters and identifying a periodic signal for the cyclic anatomical motion from the set of pose differentials.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 5/00 - Measuring for diagnostic purposes ; Identification of persons
  • A61B 5/06 - Devices, other than using radiation, for detecting or locating foreign bodies
  • A61B 34/20 - Surgical navigation systems; Devices for tracking or guiding surgical instruments, e.g. for frameless stereotaxis
  • A61B 1/00 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor
  • A61B 1/045 - Control thereof

48.

CONFIGURING SURGICAL SYSTEM WITH SURGICAL PROCEDURES ATLAS

      
Application Number 18351424
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-07-12
First Publication Date 2024-01-25
Owner Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Tokarchuk, Brent
  • Azizian, Mahdi
  • Chau, Joey
  • Dimaio, Simon P.
  • Hoffman, Brian D.
  • Jarc, Anthony M.
  • Lin, Henry C.
  • Mcdowall, Ian E.
  • Nowlin, William C.
  • Seaman, Ii, John D.
  • Sorger, Jonathan M.

Abstract

A surgical method is provided for use with a teleoperated surgical system (surgical system), the method comprising: recording surgical instrument kinematic information indicative of surgical instrument motion produced within the surgical system during the occurrence of the surgical procedure; determining respective kinematic signatures associated with respective surgical instrument motions; producing an information structure in a computer readable storage device that associates respective kinematic signatures with respective control signals; comparing, during a performance of the surgical procedure surgical instrument kinematic information during the performance with at least one respective kinematic signature; launching, during a performance of the surgical procedure an associated respective control signal in response to a match between surgical instrument kinematics during the performance and a respective kinematic signature.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 34/35 - Surgical robots for telesurgery
  • A61B 34/10 - Computer-aided planning, simulation or modelling of surgical operations
  • A61B 34/00 - Computer-aided surgery; Manipulators or robots specially adapted for use in surgery
  • A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges
  • A61B 34/37 - Master-slave robots
  • G16H 50/50 - ICT specially adapted for medical diagnosis, medical simulation or medical data mining; ICT specially adapted for detecting, monitoring or modelling epidemics or pandemics for simulation or modelling of medical disorders
  • B25J 9/16 - Programme controls
  • G16H 20/40 - ICT specially adapted for therapies or health-improving plans, e.g. for handling prescriptions, for steering therapy or for monitoring patient compliance relating to mechanical, radiation or invasive therapies, e.g. surgery, laser therapy, dialysis or acupuncture
  • G16H 40/67 - ICT specially adapted for the management or administration of healthcare resources or facilities; ICT specially adapted for the management or operation of medical equipment or devices for the operation of medical equipment or devices for remote operation

49.

SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS AND METHODS OF CLEANING SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS

      
Application Number 18475791
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-09-27
First Publication Date 2024-01-25
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Anderson, S. Christopher
  • Klein, Jordan
  • Saraliev, Daniel
  • Trenholme, Philip

Abstract

A cleaning device for a surgical instrument can include a body; at least one passage extending through the body from a first open end of the body to a second open end of the body. The first and second open ends and the at least one passage can be dimensioned to receive and guide a shaft of a surgical instrument during a cleaning procedure. At least one aperture in flow communication with a port and the at least one passage can define a cleaning fluid path from the port to the passage.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 90/70 - Cleaning devices specially adapted for surgical instruments
  • A61B 1/015 - Control of fluid supply or evacuation
  • A61M 39/10 - Tube connectors or tube couplings

50.

SHAPE LOCALIZED FLEXIBLE INSTRUMENT

      
Application Number US2023028102
Publication Number 2024/020069
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-07-19
Publication Date 2024-01-25
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Adebar, Troy, K.
  • Barbagli, Federico

Abstract

A medical tracking system may include a flexible elongate device, a shape sensor configured to measure a shape of the flexible elongate device, and a controller including at least one processor. The controller may be configured to register a reference shape of the flexible elongate device to an anatomical reference frame, identify, using the shape sensor, the reference shape at a first portion of the flexible elongate device, determine, using the shape sensor, a spatial relationship between a second portion of the flexible elongate device and the first portion and determine a position of the second portion of the flexible elongate device in the anatomical reference frame based on the registration of the reference shape to the anatomical reference frame and the spatial relationship between the first portion and the second portion of the flexible elongate device.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 1/267 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor for the respiratory tract, e.g. laryngoscopes, bronchoscopes
  • A61B 1/005 - Flexible endoscopes
  • A61B 34/20 - Surgical navigation systems; Devices for tracking or guiding surgical instruments, e.g. for frameless stereotaxis

51.

CHANGING MODE OF OPERATION OF AN INSTRUMENT BASED ON GESTURE DETECTION

      
Application Number US2023028412
Publication Number 2024/020223
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-07-21
Publication Date 2024-01-25
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Qin, Yidan
  • Allan, Maximilian Hunter
  • Gerbi, Craig R.
  • Manzo, Scott E.
  • Mueller, Liliann
  • Simeunovic, Andrej

Abstract

Systems and methods for changing a mode of operation of an instrument includes a computer-assisted device configured to obtain vision data associated with an instrument; obtain kinematic data associated with at least one of the instrument or an structure supporting the instrument; obtain event data associated with at least one of the structure or the instrument; based on the vision data, the kinematic data, and the event data, recognize a gesture performed via the instrument; and in response to recognizing the gesture, cause the computer-assisted device to change from a first mode of operation to a second mode of operation.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods, e.g. tourniquets

52.

SURGICAL INSTRUMENT WITH ELECTROPOLISHED TUNGSTEN CABLE

      
Application Number 18038414
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-11-22
First Publication Date 2024-01-25
Owner Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor Waterbury, Andrew C.

Abstract

A surgical instrument includes one or more cables constructed of individual tungsten wires having polished surfaces. As a result, rate of loss of instrument quality of motion over time is significantly reduced, and so instrument usable life is significantly increased.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 34/00 - Computer-aided surgery; Manipulators or robots specially adapted for use in surgery
  • A61B 34/35 - Surgical robots for telesurgery

53.

SYSTEMS FOR RETRACTING AND ADJUSTING ELONGATE FLEXIBLE DEVICES AND ASSOCIATED METHODS

      
Application Number 18254841
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-11-29
First Publication Date 2024-01-25
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Gerboni, Giada
  • Kim, Sang Gyum
  • Cohn, Benjamin G.

Abstract

Systems for performing a medical procedure and associated methods and devices are disclosed herein. In some embodiments, a system for performing a medical procedure includes an elongate flexible device including a proximal portion, a distal portion, and a lumen extending therebetween. The lumen is configured to receive a medical instrument positioned within a target when the elongate flexible device is positioned toward the target. The system is configured to perform operations comprising determining the pose of the distal portion of the elongate flexible device based on sensor data from a sensor system; retracting, via a control system, the elongate flexible device relative to the medical instrument and away from the target; and adjusting, via the control system, the pose of the distal portion of the elongate flexible device so the distal portion remains oriented toward the target.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 34/30 - Surgical robots
  • A61B 34/20 - Surgical navigation systems; Devices for tracking or guiding surgical instruments, e.g. for frameless stereotaxis
  • A61B 18/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for transferring non-mechanical forms of energy to or from the body

54.

IMAGING DEVICE CONTROL IN VIEWING SYSTEMS

      
Application Number 18256469
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-12-08
First Publication Date 2024-01-25
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Parastegari, Mohammad Sina
  • Griffiths, Paul G.
  • Itkowitz, Brandon D.
  • Lynch, Goran A.

Abstract

Techniques are disclosed for imaging device control in a computer-assisted device that includes a repositionable structure configured to support an imaging device, and a control system coupled to the repositionable structure. The control system is configured to: determine a position of a reference point offset from a display unit, convert the position of the reference point to a target position of another reference point offset from the imaging device, determine a movement command of the first repositionable structure that moves the imaging device such that the another reference point moves toward the target position, and cause actuation of the repositionable structure based on the movement command.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B25J 9/16 - Programme controls
  • A61B 90/50 - Supports for surgical instruments, e.g. articulated arms
  • A61B 34/35 - Surgical robots for telesurgery
  • A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges

55.

IMAGING DEVICE CONTROL VIA MULTIPLE INPUT MODALITIES

      
Application Number 18256476
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-12-08
First Publication Date 2024-01-25
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Parastegari, Mohammad Sina
  • Griffiths, Paul G.
  • Itkowitz, Brandon D.
  • Lynch, Goran A.

Abstract

Techniques are disclosed for imaging device control in a computer-assisted device that includes a repositionable structure configured to support an imaging device, and a control system configured to determine a position of a first reference point associated with a first input modality; in a first mode, determine a position of a target reference point for the imaging device based on the first reference point; in a second mode, determine a position of a second reference point associated with a second input modality, and determine the position of the target reference point based on the position of the first reference point and the position of the second reference point; determine a movement of the first repositionable structure that moves the imaging device such that a third reference point associated with the imaging device moves toward the target reference point; and cause actuation of the repositionable structure based on the movement.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 34/35 - Surgical robots for telesurgery
  • A61B 34/00 - Computer-aided surgery; Manipulators or robots specially adapted for use in surgery
  • A61B 90/50 - Supports for surgical instruments, e.g. articulated arms
  • A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges

56.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF REGISTRATION COMPENSATION IN IMAGE GUIDED SURGERY

      
Application Number 18365710
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-08-04
First Publication Date 2024-01-25
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Barbagli, Federico
  • Carlson, Christopher R.
  • Donhowe, Caitlin Q.
  • Duindam, Vincent
  • Soper, Timothy D.
  • Zhao, Tao

Abstract

A method performed by a computing system comprises receiving shape information for an elongate flexible portion of a medical instrument. The medical instrument includes a reference portion movably coupled to a fixture having a known pose in a surgical reference frame. The fixture includes a constraint structure having a known constraint structure location in the surgical reference frame. The elongate flexible portion is coupled to the reference portion and is sized to pass through the constraint structure. The method further includes receiving reference portion position information in the surgical reference frame; determining an estimated constraint structure location in the surgical reference frame from the reference portion position information and the shape information; determining a correction factor by comparing the estimated constraint structure location to the known constraint structure location; and modifying the shape information based upon the correction factor.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 34/20 - Surgical navigation systems; Devices for tracking or guiding surgical instruments, e.g. for frameless stereotaxis
  • A61B 1/00 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor
  • A61B 1/01 - Guiding arrangements therefor
  • A61B 1/267 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor for the respiratory tract, e.g. laryngoscopes, bronchoscopes
  • G06T 7/00 - Image analysis
  • G06T 7/30 - Determination of transform parameters for the alignment of images, i.e. image registration
  • A61B 1/005 - Flexible endoscopes
  • A61B 34/10 - Computer-aided planning, simulation or modelling of surgical operations

57.

SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS HAVING MECHANISMS FOR IDENTIFYING AND/OR DEACTIVATING STAPLER CARTRIDGES

      
Application Number 18376562
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-10-04
First Publication Date 2024-01-25
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Wixey, Matthew
  • Patel, Atal
  • Jasemian, Babak D.
  • Ragosta, Nicholas

Abstract

Surgical stapling instruments include mechanisms for identifying and/or deactivating stapler cartridges for use with the instruments. The stapling instrument includes a drive member for actuating a staple cartridge and a locking member movable from a disabled position permitting distal translation of the drive member through a staple firing stroke, to a locking position inhibiting distal translation of the drive member through the staple firing stroke. The staple cartridge may include a switch movable in a lateral direction to either maintain the locking member in the disabled position or to allow the locking member to move into the locking position. The instrument may further include a stapler cartridge including an annular pin configured to be engaged by a drive member at a an axial position to create a detectable resistance for reload detection by a control unit to identify the type of stapler cartridge present in the surgical stapling instrument.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 17/072 - Surgical staplers for applying a row of staples in a single action
  • A61B 34/30 - Surgical robots
  • A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges
  • A61B 90/90 - Identification means for patients or instruments, e.g. tags

58.

Efficient Image Demosaicing and Local Contrast Enhancement

      
Application Number 18376987
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-10-05
First Publication Date 2024-01-25
Owner Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor Zhao, Wenyi

Abstract

An exemplary method includes receiving a frame of raw pixels captured by an image capture sensor, a particular location in the frame of raw pixels including a captured color pixel value of a first color component of a first color space; generating, for the particular location in the frame of raw pixels, a vertical color difference signal and a horizontal color difference signal using information from the frame of raw pixels; determining that the particular location is missing a color pixel value of a second color component of the first color space; generating a reconstructed color pixel value of the second color component based on the vertical color difference signal and the horizontal color difference signal; and transforming the vertical color difference signal and the horizontal color difference signal into chrominance pixel values in a second color space that is different from the first color space.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06T 3/40 - Scaling of a whole image or part thereof
  • H04N 23/84 - Camera processing pipelines; Components thereof for processing colour signals
  • H04N 25/13 - Arrangement of colour filter arrays [CFA]; Filter mosaics characterised by the spectral characteristics of the filter elements

59.

Redundant Axis and Degree of Freedom for Hardware-Constrained Remote Center Robotic Manipulator

      
Application Number 18481430
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-10-05
First Publication Date 2024-01-25
Owner Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Schena, Bruce Michael
  • Devengenzo, Roman L.
  • Ettinger, Gary C.
  • Duval, Eugene F.
  • Diolaiti, Nicola
  • Gomez, Daniel H.

Abstract

Robotic surgery systems include a floor supported surgical robot with offset links. A robotic surgery system includes a surgical robot and a control system. The surgical robot includes a manipulator and a floor/pedestal mount. The manipulator includes a mounting base, a yaw joint, an offset extension link, a parallelogram linkage assembly, and an instrument holder. The floor/pedestal mount is configured for supporting the mounting base in a fixed position and orientation relative to a patient and includes set-up joints operable to reposition and reorient the mounting base to reposition a remote center of manipulation relative to the patient prior to conducting surgery on the patient via the manipulator. The manipulator includes offset links. The control system is configured to electronically communicate with and control operation of the manipulator to articulate a surgical instrument during surgery.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 34/37 - Master-slave robots
  • A61B 34/30 - Surgical robots
  • A61B 34/00 - Computer-aided surgery; Manipulators or robots specially adapted for use in surgery

60.

CONTROL OF MEDICAL FUNCTION UNITS, RELATED SYSTEMS AND METHODS

      
Application Number 18254670
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-11-29
First Publication Date 2024-01-18
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Zabinski, John W.
  • Foelsch, Boris
  • Gotsill, Craig
  • Oshatz, Daryl

Abstract

A system comprises a medical function unit comprising a connector interface configured to be operably coupled to control a medical function of a medical instrument, a control system operably coupled to control the medical function unit, a first user interface and a second user interface each operably coupled to the control system. The first user interface comprises one or more first control settings mapping to one or more corresponding settings of the medical function unit. The second user interface comprises one or more second control settings mapping to the one or more corresponding settings of the medical function. The second user interface is operable during a condition of the first user interface being inoperable.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 34/00 - Computer-aided surgery; Manipulators or robots specially adapted for use in surgery
  • A61M 13/00 - Insufflators for therapeutic or disinfectant purposes
  • G16H 40/63 - ICT specially adapted for the management or administration of healthcare resources or facilities; ICT specially adapted for the management or operation of medical equipment or devices for the operation of medical equipment or devices for local operation

61.

SYSTEM FOR MOVEABLE ELEMENT POSITION INDICATION

      
Application Number 18477337
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-09-28
First Publication Date 2024-01-18
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor Robinson, David W.

Abstract

Systems and methods for moveable element indication include a system. The system includes a robotic assembly configured to support an instrument and a processor. The instrument includes an end effector and a moveable element. The end effector includes a first jaw and a second jaw. The moveable element is moveable from a first position to a second position. The processor is configured to display, on a user interface display, an image of the instrument clamping a material using the first jaw and the second jaw; and superimpose, on the image, a visual indicator of a position of the moveable element relative to the end effector.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 34/20 - Surgical navigation systems; Devices for tracking or guiding surgical instruments, e.g. for frameless stereotaxis
  • A61B 34/30 - Surgical robots
  • A61B 18/14 - Probes or electrodes therefor

62.

OVERLAPPING FIBER GRATINGS

      
Application Number 18477821
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-09-29
First Publication Date 2024-01-18
Owner Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Froggatt, Mark E.
  • Childers, Brooks

Abstract

Described are optical fibers, e.g., for use in stress-sensing or shape-sensing applications, that use overlapping grating configurations with chirped gratings to facilitate strain delay registration. In accordance with various embodiments, a fiber core may, for instance, have two overlapping sets of chirped gratings that differ in the direction of the chirp between the first and second sets, or a set of chirped gratings overlapping with a single-frequency grating. Also described are strain sensing systems and associated computational methods employing optical fibers with overlapping gratings.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01D 5/353 - Mechanical means for transferring the output of a sensing member; Means for converting the output of a sensing member to another variable where the form or nature of the sensing member does not constrain the means for converting; Transducers not specially adapted for a specific variable using optical means, i.e. using infrared, visible or ultraviolet light with attenuation or whole or partial obturation of beams of light the beams of light being detected by photocells influencing the transmission properties of an optical fibre
  • G02B 6/02 - Optical fibres with cladding

63.

MEDICAL DEVICE INSUFFLATION ADAPTOR

      
Application Number 18038902
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-11-30
First Publication Date 2024-01-18
Owner Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Langley, Douglas S.
  • Corbet, Heath
  • Chow, Humphrey W.

Abstract

A medical device includes an elbow, a first low-flow medical fluid fitting, and a first high-flow medical fluid fitting. The elbow includes a first end, a second end opposite the first end, and a bend between the first end and the second end. The first low-flow medical fluid fitting is coupled to the first end of the elbow and configured to be coupled to and seal with a complimentary second low-flow medical fluid fitting at a proximal end of a pneumocavity needle. And, the first high-flow medical fluid fitting is coupled to the second end of the elbow and configured to be coupled to and seal with a complimentary second high-flow medical fluid fitting of a high-flow medical fluid line.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 17/34 - Trocars; Puncturing needles
  • A61M 39/10 - Tube connectors or tube couplings
  • A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods, e.g. tourniquets

64.

SURGICAL TRAINING MODEL INCLUDING A SIMULATED HUMAN PROSTATE AND ASSOCIATED METHODS

      
Application Number 18349194
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-07-10
First Publication Date 2024-01-18
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Feins, Richard H.
  • Alexander, Jr., John C.

Abstract

A surgical training model for simulating human prostate surgery may include a harvested porcine urethra. A harvested porcine vagina surrounds a portion of the harvested porcine urethra to define a simulated human prostate.

IPC Classes  ?

65.

ESTIMATION OF A POSITION AND ORIENTATION OF A FRAME USED IN CONTROLLING MOVEMENT OF A TOOL

      
Application Number 18373695
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-09-27
First Publication Date 2024-01-18
Owner Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Zhao, Tao
  • Prisco, Giuseppe Maria
  • Steger, John Ryan
  • Larkin, David Q.

Abstract

A system includes a control means for receiving an input from a user, a manipulator means configured to support a tool having a tool frame, and processing means configured to perform a method. The method involves receiving, from an image capturing system with an image frame, one or more images. The tool is visible in the one or more images. The method further involves determining an estimated frame transform based on the one or more images. The estimated frame transform is used in defining an unknown frame transform between the image frame and the tool frame. The method also involves determining, in response to the input received at the control means, an output movement for the tool based on the estimated frame transform, and causing movement of the tool based on the output movement.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 34/30 - Surgical robots
  • B25J 9/16 - Programme controls
  • A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges
  • A61B 34/37 - Master-slave robots

66.

WRIST ARCHITECTURE

      
Application Number 18471488
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-09-21
First Publication Date 2024-01-11
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Ragosta, Nicholas
  • Wixey, Matthew A.

Abstract

A method of using a medical instrument can include applying a distally-directed or proximally-directed load via a drive member to an end effector coupled to an elongated shaft via a wrist assembly so as to actuate the end effector; and reacting the distally-directed or proximally-directed load to an inner link of the wrist assembly that is pivotally coupled to a first outer link and a second outer link. The wrist assembly can be actuatable via drive cables and reacting the load maintains the first outer link interfaced with the second outer link in the absence of tension in the drive cables.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 17/072 - Surgical staplers for applying a row of staples in a single action
  • A61B 34/00 - Computer-aided surgery; Manipulators or robots specially adapted for use in surgery
  • A61B 34/30 - Surgical robots
  • A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods, e.g. tourniquets

67.

PLIANT BIOPSY NEEDLE SYSTEM

      
Application Number 18473912
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-09-25
First Publication Date 2024-01-11
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Gordon, Lucas S.
  • Valencia, Hans F.
  • Wagner, Oliver J.

Abstract

A medical tool comprises an elongated tubular section comprising a body wall. The body wall includes a plurality of slits. The tool further comprises a rigid needle tip coupled to a distal end of the elongated tubular section. The tool further comprises a flexible jacket covering at least a portion of the elongated tubular section. The tool further comprises an elongated flexible member coupled to a proximal end of the elongated tubular section. A distal portion of the elongated flexible member covers a proximal portion of the flexible jacket, and a proximal portion of the elongated flexible member extends into at least a portion of the plurality of slits.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 10/02 - Instruments for taking cell samples or for biopsy
  • A61B 10/04 - Endoscopic instruments

68.

DISTURBANCE COMPENSATION IN COMPUTER-ASSISTED DEVICES

      
Application Number 18474388
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-09-26
First Publication Date 2024-01-11
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Swarup, Nitish
  • Griffiths, Paul G.
  • Lynch, Goran A.
  • Miller, Daniel N.

Abstract

Disturbance compensation in computer-assisted devices include an articulated arm comprising one or more first joints and one or more second joints and one or more processors coupled to the articulated arm. The articulated arm is configured to support an end effector. The one or more processors when executing instructions are configured to: detect a disturbance to the one or more first joints, the disturbance causing a point of interest associated with the end effector to move; determine a predicted motion of the point of interest based on the detected disturbance; and drive the one or more second joints to move the point of interest based on an error in a position of the point of interest indicated by the predicted motion.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B25J 9/16 - Programme controls
  • A61B 34/30 - Surgical robots
  • B25J 9/06 - Programme-controlled manipulators characterised by multi-articulated arms
  • B25J 19/00 - Accessories fitted to manipulators, e.g. for monitoring, for viewing; Safety devices combined with or specially adapted for use in connection with manipulators
  • B25J 19/02 - Sensing devices

69.

GRAPHICAL USER INTERFACE FOR CATHETER POSITIONING AND INSERTION

      
Application Number 18475052
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-09-26
First Publication Date 2024-01-11
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Duindam, Vincent
  • Reiley, Carol

Abstract

A method comprises identifying a target location within a patient anatomy, receiving a position for a tip portion of an interventional instrument at a first location within the patient anatomy, and determining a three-dimensional distance between the first location and the target location. The method further comprises displaying on a display system an image that includes a symbol representing the target location and a symbol representing the tip portion of the instrument and displaying on the display system a rotational assist symbol indicating a rotational orientation of the tip portion. As the tip portion is actuated, the image is displayed so that the symbol representing the tip portion is a frame of reference for the image and the symbol representing the target location moves with respect to the symbol representing the tip portion to represent a new location of the tip portion relative to the target location.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 5/06 - Devices, other than using radiation, for detecting or locating foreign bodies
  • A61M 25/01 - Introducing, guiding, advancing, emplacing or holding catheters
  • A61B 34/00 - Computer-aided surgery; Manipulators or robots specially adapted for use in surgery
  • A61B 17/34 - Trocars; Puncturing needles
  • A61B 5/00 - Measuring for diagnostic purposes ; Identification of persons

70.

STEERABLE VIEWER MODE ACTIVATION AND DE-ACTIVATION

      
Application Number 18037896
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-11-23
First Publication Date 2024-01-11
Owner Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Parastegari, Mohammad Sina
  • Griffiths, Paul G.
  • Itkowitz, Brandon D.
  • Lynch, Goran A.

Abstract

Embodiments relate to a computer-assisted robotic system, In some embodiments, the system includes a head input device, the head input device comprising a head input sensor configured to provide head input signals indicative of a an operator's head inputs, and a foot input device comprising a foot input sensor configured to provide foot input signals indicative of the operator's foot inputs. The system further includes a controller, configured to process the head input signals and the foot input signals, and identify, based on the processed head and foot input signals, that the operator has provided a combination of head and foot inputs corresponding to a steerable viewer mode activation command. The controller is further configured to cause the robotic system to enter a steerable viewer mode in response to identifying that the operator has provided a combination.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 34/37 - Master-slave robots
  • A61B 34/00 - Computer-aided surgery; Manipulators or robots specially adapted for use in surgery
  • A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges
  • A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods, e.g. tourniquets

71.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PLANNING A MEDICAL ENVIRONMENT

      
Application Number 18255314
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-11-29
First Publication Date 2024-01-11
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Upadrasta, Prasad V.
  • Steger, John Ryan

Abstract

A system may comprise a processor and a memory having computer readable instructions stored thereon. The computer readable instructions, when executed by the processor, may cause the system to receive spatial information for of a medical environment; determine a component for use in the medical environment; receive an indicator for a mode of operation of the component; receive a set of operation constraints for the component for the mode of operation; and generate an environment preparation plan based on the set of operation constraints and the spatial information.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G16H 40/40 - ICT specially adapted for the management or administration of healthcare resources or facilities; ICT specially adapted for the management or operation of medical equipment or devices for the management of medical equipment or devices, e.g. scheduling maintenance or upgrades

72.

COMPLEX IRRIGATION/SUCTION FLOW PATH IN A MEDICAL DEVICE

      
Application Number 18472579
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-09-22
First Publication Date 2024-01-11
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Donlon, Edward P.
  • Tsuji, Craig

Abstract

A valve system comprises a first valve plunger configured for insertion into a first valve plunger channel. The first valve plunger has a first latch member disposed at a distal end. A first sealing member and a first valve are opening disposed proximally from the first latch member. The valve system also comprises a second valve plunger configured for insertion into a second valve plunger channel. The second valve plunger includes a second valve opening that is longer than the first valve opening. The valve system also includes a valve body having the first and second valve plunger channels. The first and second valve plunger channels are configured to receive the first and second valve plungers, respectively.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61M 39/22 - Valves or arrangement of valves
  • A61M 1/00 - Suction or pumping devices for medical purposes; Devices for carrying-off, for treatment of, or for carrying-over, body-liquids; Drainage systems

73.

CONVERGING AXES STEREOSCOPIC IMAGING SYSTEMS

      
Application Number 18253908
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-11-19
First Publication Date 2024-01-04
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor Shafer, David C.

Abstract

A stereoscopic endoscope may comprise a first image capture sensor comprising a first surface and a second image capture sensor comprising a second surface. The endoscope also may comprise a first objective lens assembly to direct first light to the first surface. The first light extends along a first distal optical axis through the first objective lens assembly and extends along a first proximal optical axis after exiting. The first proximal optical axis intersects the first surface. The endoscope may also comprise a second objective lens assembly to direct second light to the second surface. The second light extends along a second distal optical axis through the second objective lens assembly and extends along a second proximal optical axis after exiting. The second proximal optical axis intersects the second surface. The first distal optical axis may be non-parallel to the second distal optical axis.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 1/00 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor
  • A61B 1/05 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor combined with photographic or television appliances characterised by the image sensor, e.g. camera, being in the distal end portion

74.

IMAGE CAPTURE DEVICE WITH REDUCED FOGGING

      
Application Number 18316958
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-05-12
First Publication Date 2024-01-04
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Halderman, Jonathan
  • Barton, John A.
  • Clopp, Mathew
  • Deyanov, Rumen
  • Fan, Anqi
  • Lacroix, Yves
  • Liou, Derek C.
  • Rogers, Theodore W.

Abstract

An image capturing device comprises a first elongated body portion formed of a first material and a second elongated body portion coupled to a proximal end of the first body portion. The second body portion is formed of a second material having a greater heat conductivity than the first material. The device further comprises an imaging window coupled to a distal end of the first body portion, a first housing within the first body portion, an image sensor mounted to the first housing, and an image processor mounted to the first housing and coupled to receive electrical signals from the image sensor. The device further comprises a second housing within the first body portion. The second housing is coupled to the first housing and to the window such that heat generated by the image sensor and image processor is transmitted through the second housing to the window.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G03B 17/55 - APPARATUS OR ARRANGEMENTS FOR TAKING PHOTOGRAPHS OR FOR PROJECTING OR VIEWING THEM; APPARATUS OR ARRANGEMENTS EMPLOYING ANALOGOUS TECHNIQUES USING WAVES OTHER THAN OPTICAL WAVES; ACCESSORIES THEREFOR - Details of cameras or camera bodies; Accessories therefor with provision for heating or cooling, e.g. in aircraft
  • A61B 34/35 - Surgical robots for telesurgery
  • A61B 34/00 - Computer-aided surgery; Manipulators or robots specially adapted for use in surgery
  • A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges
  • A61B 1/00 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor
  • A61B 1/07 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor with illuminating arrangements using light-conductive means, e.g. optical fibres
  • A61B 1/12 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor with cooling or rinsing arrangements
  • G02B 23/24 - Instruments for viewing the inside of hollow bodies, e.g. fibrescopes
  • G03B 15/14 - Special procedures for taking photographs; Apparatus therefor for taking photographs during medical operations

75.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DETERMINING A DEPLOYMENT LOCATION OF A MEDICAL INSTRUMENT

      
Application Number US2023069285
Publication Number 2024/006852
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-06-28
Publication Date 2024-01-04
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Wong, Serena H.
  • Janku, Joy
  • Zhang, Hui

Abstract

A medical system comprises a control system configured to receive first imaging data of a patient anatomy and identify an anatomical target in the patient anatomy. The control system is further configured to generate a treatment zone having a first axis. The treatment zone includes the anatomical target. The control system is further configured to determine a deployment position of an elongate device configured to receive a medical instrument for treatment of the anatomical target. The deployment position is aligned with the first axis of the treatment zone.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 34/10 - Computer-aided planning, simulation or modelling of surgical operations
  • A61B 34/30 - Surgical robots
  • A61B 34/20 - Surgical navigation systems; Devices for tracking or guiding surgical instruments, e.g. for frameless stereotaxis

76.

JAW MEMBER OF INSTRUMENT END EFFECTOR AND RELATED DEVICES, SYSTEMS AND METHODS

      
Application Number US2023069346
Publication Number 2024/006890
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-06-29
Publication Date 2024-01-04
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Taylor, Stuart
  • Lath, Adrit
  • Manzo, Scott E.

Abstract

An instrument comprises a shaft and an end effector coupled to the shaft. The end effector comprises a first jaw member and a second jaw member opposing each other, each of the first and second jaw members extending distally relative to the shaft and movable relative to one another between an open configuration and a closed configuration. Each of the first and second jaw members comprises a jaw base and an electrode coupled to the jaw base. A distal portion of the electrode extend distally beyond the jaw base, and each jaw member comprises a support feature configured to support the distal portion of the electrode.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 18/14 - Probes or electrodes therefor
  • A61B 17/29 - Forceps for use in minimally invasive surgery

77.

TECHNIQUES FOR ADJUSTING A DISPLAY UNIT OF A VIEWING SYSTEM

      
Application Number 18254413
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-11-30
First Publication Date 2024-01-04
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Noohi Bezanjani, Ehsan
  • Verner, Lawton N.

Abstract

Techniques for adjusting a display unit (206) of a viewing system include repositionable structure (204) configured to support a display unit, first and second hand-input sensors (240) configured to receive inputs from the operator; and a control unit. The display unit is configured to display images viewable by an operator. The control unit is configured to receive a first input from the first hand-input sensor, receive a second input from the second hand-input sensor, and, in response to satisfaction of a criteria set including, determine a commanded motion based on the first and second inputs and command an actuator to move the repositionable structure based on the commanded motion. The criteria set includes that a first magnitude of the first input and a second magnitude of the second input are greater than a threshold.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 34/00 - Computer-aided surgery; Manipulators or robots specially adapted for use in surgery
  • A61B 34/30 - Surgical robots

78.

HAPTIC PROFILES FOR INPUT CONTROLS OF A COMPUTER-ASSISTED DEVICE

      
Application Number 18254963
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-11-30
First Publication Date 2024-01-04
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Agrawal, Varun
  • Liao, Hsien-Hsin
  • Perez Rosillo, Angel Jeremy
  • Reyes, Korissa A.
  • Verner, Lawton N.
  • Watza, Keith J.

Abstract

Systems and methods of providing a haptic barrier for an instrument include a computer-assisted device. The computer-assisted device includes a grip input control, a repositionable arm configured to support an instrument, and one or more processors. The one or more processors are configured to detect a position of the grip input control in a first direction of a degree of freedom having In a first region, a second region, and a third region between the first and second regions; in response to determining that the detected position is in the first region, operate the instrument according to a first mode; in response to determining that the detected position is in the third region, provide a haptic barrier to resist movement of the grip input control through the third region; and in response to determining that the detected position is in the second region, operate the instrument according to a second mode.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G05B 19/4155 - Numerical control (NC), i.e. automatically operating machines, in particular machine tools, e.g. in a manufacturing environment, so as to execute positioning, movement or co-ordinated operations by means of programme data in numerical form characterised by programme execution, i.e. part programme or machine function execution, e.g. selection of a programme
  • A61B 34/00 - Computer-aided surgery; Manipulators or robots specially adapted for use in surgery
  • A61B 34/30 - Surgical robots
  • A61B 18/14 - Probes or electrodes therefor
  • B25J 13/02 - Hand grip control means
  • B25J 9/16 - Programme controls

79.

SURGICAL SYSTEM STERILE DRAPE

      
Application Number 18327238
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-06-01
First Publication Date 2024-01-04
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Mcgrogan, Anthony K.
  • Brown, Jeffrey D.
  • Cooper, Thomas G.
  • Duval, Eugene F.
  • Gomez, Daniel H.
  • Holop, Robert E.
  • Ramstad, Craig R.

Abstract

A drape includes a first drape portion configured to receive a manipulator arm of a surgical system and a pocket coupled to a distal portion of the first drape portion. The pocket is configured to receive a manipulator of the surgical system. The pocket includes a flexible membrane positionable between an output of the manipulator and an input of a surgical instrument mountable to the manipulator. In some embodiments, the flexible membrane is located at a distal end of the pocket. In some embodiments, the flexible membrane is configured to allow an actuating force to be transmitted from the output of the manipulator to the input of the surgical instrument. In some embodiments, the pocket provides a sterile barrier between the manipulator and the surgical instrument. In some embodiments, the drape further includes a rotatable seal configured to couple a proximal opening of the pocket to the first drape portion.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 34/00 - Computer-aided surgery; Manipulators or robots specially adapted for use in surgery
  • B32B 3/12 - Layered products essentially comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar form; Layered products essentially having particular features of form characterised by a discontinuous layer, i.e. apertured or formed of separate pieces of material characterised by a layer of regularly-arranged cells whether integral or formed individually or by conjunction of separate strips, e.g. honeycomb structure
  • F16F 1/12 - Attachments or mountings
  • A61B 34/30 - Surgical robots
  • A61B 34/35 - Surgical robots for telesurgery
  • A61B 34/37 - Master-slave robots
  • A61B 46/10 - Surgical drapes specially adapted for instruments
  • A61B 17/34 - Trocars; Puncturing needles
  • A61B 46/23 - Surgical drapes specially adapted for patients with means to retain or hold surgical implements
  • A61B 50/00 - Containers, covers, furniture or holders specially adapted for surgical or diagnostic appliances or instruments, e.g. sterile covers
  • A61B 90/98 - Identification means for patients or instruments, e.g. tags using electromagnetic means, e.g. transponders
  • H01F 5/02 - Coils wound on non-magnetic supports, e.g. formers
  • H01F 5/04 - Arrangements of electric connections to coils, e.g. leads
  • H01F 27/28 - Coils; Windings; Conductive connections
  • H05K 1/18 - Printed circuits structurally associated with non-printed electric components
  • A61B 1/00 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor
  • A61B 50/20 - Holders specially adapted for surgical or diagnostic appliances or instruments
  • A61B 50/30 - Containers specially adapted for packaging, protecting, dispensing, collecting or disposing of surgical or diagnostic appliances or instruments
  • H04N 23/51 - Housings
  • H04N 23/54 - Mounting of pick-up tubes, electronic image sensors, deviation or focusing coils
  • H04N 23/55 - Optical parts specially adapted for electronic image sensors; Mounting thereof
  • H04N 23/57 - Mechanical or electrical details of cameras or camera modules specially adapted for being embedded in other devices
  • H04N 23/68 - Control of cameras or camera modules for stable pick-up of the scene, e.g. compensating for camera body vibrations
  • B25J 15/00 - Gripping heads
  • B25J 15/04 - Gripping heads with provision for the remote detachment or exchange of the head or parts thereof
  • A61B 17/02 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods, e.g. tourniquets for holding wounds open; Tractors
  • A61M 13/00 - Insufflators for therapeutic or disinfectant purposes

80.

MULTI-FUNCTION IMAGING

      
Application Number 18369304
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-09-18
First Publication Date 2024-01-04
Owner Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Zhao, Wenyi
  • Dicarlo, Jeffrey M.
  • Mcdowall, Ian E.

Abstract

An example method includes causing an illuminator to simultaneously illuminate tissue with a first visible color illumination component, a second visible color illumination component, and a fluorescence excitation illumination component; and causing a display unit to display, based on the illumination, a display scene that includes: a reduced color scene component corresponding to the first and second visible color illumination components, and a highlighted scene component corresponding to the fluorescence excitation illumination component.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H04N 25/13 - Arrangement of colour filter arrays [CFA]; Filter mosaics characterised by the spectral characteristics of the filter elements
  • H04N 13/257 - Colour aspects
  • A61B 1/00 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor
  • A61B 1/04 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor combined with photographic or television appliances
  • A61B 1/05 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor combined with photographic or television appliances characterised by the image sensor, e.g. camera, being in the distal end portion
  • A61B 1/06 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor with illuminating arrangements
  • H04N 23/10 - Cameras or camera modules comprising electronic image sensors; Control thereof for generating image signals from different wavelengths
  • H04N 23/45 - Cameras or camera modules comprising electronic image sensors; Control thereof for generating image signals from two or more image sensors being of different type or operating in different modes, e.g. with a CMOS sensor for moving images in combination with a charge-coupled device [CCD] for still images
  • H04N 23/56 - Cameras or camera modules comprising electronic image sensors; Control thereof provided with illuminating means
  • H04N 23/57 - Mechanical or electrical details of cameras or camera modules specially adapted for being embedded in other devices
  • G06T 3/40 - Scaling of a whole image or part thereof
  • H04N 5/265 - Mixing

81.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR USING A ROBOTIC MEDICAL SYSTEM

      
Application Number 18467203
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-09-14
First Publication Date 2024-01-04
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Cassell, Scott L.
  • Bailey, David W.
  • Blumenkranz, Stephen J.
  • Boucher, Timothy D.
  • Rohr Daniel, Matthew D.

Abstract

A support structure comprises a base joint coupling a proximal link of the support structure to a base. The proximal link is configured to rotate about a first axis associated with the base joint. The support structure further comprises a linkage mechanism. The linkage mechanism maintains an orientation of an instrument support relative to the base as the support structure is moved from a first configuration to a second configuration. In the second configuration, the support structure is rotated relative to the base about the first axis.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 34/30 - Surgical robots
  • A61B 34/00 - Computer-aided surgery; Manipulators or robots specially adapted for use in surgery

82.

MICRO OPTIC ASSEMBLIES AND OPTICAL INTERROGATION SYSTEMS

      
Application Number 18233763
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-08-14
First Publication Date 2023-12-28
Owner Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Froggatt, Mark E.
  • Sanborn, Eric E.
  • Sang, Alexander K.

Abstract

Example embodiments include an optical assembly for an optical interrogation system having a single core or a multicore sensing fiber, a measurement fiber to couple light into the sensing fiber, and a reference fiber arranged with the measurement fiber as part of an optical interferometer. A beam splitter combines light from the sensing fiber and with light from the reference fiber. A polarization beam splitting prism separates the combined light into first polarized light and second polarized light that is orthogonal to the first polarized light. The optical assembly can substantially reduce the size, complexity, or cost associated with the traditional optical components in an optical interrogation system that it replaces. Other example optical assemblies are described. Embodiments describe optical interrogation systems using the example optical assemblies.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01B 11/16 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of optical techniques for measuring the deformation in a solid, e.g. optical strain gauge
  • G02B 6/02 - Optical fibres with cladding
  • G02B 27/30 - Collimators
  • G01B 9/02 - Interferometers
  • G01D 5/353 - Mechanical means for transferring the output of a sensing member; Means for converting the output of a sensing member to another variable where the form or nature of the sensing member does not constrain the means for converting; Transducers not specially adapted for a specific variable using optical means, i.e. using infrared, visible or ultraviolet light with attenuation or whole or partial obturation of beams of light the beams of light being detected by photocells influencing the transmission properties of an optical fibre
  • G02B 5/04 - Prisms
  • G02B 27/28 - Optical systems or apparatus not provided for by any of the groups , for polarising

83.

ROBOTIC SURGERY SYSTEM INCLUDING POSITION SENSORS USING FIBER BRAGG GRATINGS

      
Application Number 18331033
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-06-07
First Publication Date 2023-12-28
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Larkin, David Q.
  • Shafer, David C.

Abstract

A surgical instrument is provided, including: at least one articulatable arm having a distal end, a proximal end, and at least one joint region disposed between the distal and proximal ends; an optical fiber bend sensor provided in the at least one joint region of the at least one articulatable arm; a detection system coupled to the optical fiber bend sensor, said detection system comprising a light source and a light detector for detecting light reflected by or transmitted through the optical fiber bend sensor to determine a position of at least one joint region of the at least one articulatable arm based on the detected light reflected by or transmitted through the optical fiber bend sensor; and a control system comprising a servo controller for effectuating movement of the arm.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 34/30 - Surgical robots
  • A61B 34/20 - Surgical navigation systems; Devices for tracking or guiding surgical instruments, e.g. for frameless stereotaxis
  • A61B 34/00 - Computer-aided surgery; Manipulators or robots specially adapted for use in surgery
  • A61B 90/30 - Devices for illuminating a surgical field, the devices having an interrelation with other surgical devices or with a surgical procedure
  • A61B 34/37 - Master-slave robots
  • B25J 9/16 - Programme controls
  • B25J 18/06 - Arms flexible
  • B25J 19/02 - Sensing devices

84.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR FILTERING LOCALIZATION DATA

      
Application Number 18463624
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-09-08
First Publication Date 2023-12-28
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Donhowe, Caitlin Q.
  • Barbagli, Federico

Abstract

A method performed by a computing system comprises providing instructions to a teleoperational assembly to move an instrument within an anatomic passageway according to a commanded velocity profile. The method also comprises receiving a set of spatial information from the instrument positioned within the anatomic passageway and filtering the set of spatial information to select a quantity of spatial data records from the set of spatial information proportionate to the commanded velocity profile.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G16H 20/40 - ICT specially adapted for therapies or health-improving plans, e.g. for handling prescriptions, for steering therapy or for monitoring patient compliance relating to mechanical, radiation or invasive therapies, e.g. surgery, laser therapy, dialysis or acupuncture
  • A61B 34/30 - Surgical robots
  • G16H 40/63 - ICT specially adapted for the management or administration of healthcare resources or facilities; ICT specially adapted for the management or operation of medical equipment or devices for the operation of medical equipment or devices for local operation
  • G16H 30/40 - ICT specially adapted for the handling or processing of medical images for processing medical images, e.g. editing
  • A61B 34/10 - Computer-aided planning, simulation or modelling of surgical operations
  • A61B 34/20 - Surgical navigation systems; Devices for tracking or guiding surgical instruments, e.g. for frameless stereotaxis
  • A61B 34/35 - Surgical robots for telesurgery

85.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR REMOTE MENTORING

      
Application Number 18253011
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-11-15
First Publication Date 2023-12-28
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Upadrasta, Prasad V.
  • Chau, Joey
  • Payyavula, Govinda
  • Villa, Andrea E.

Abstract

The primary interface system may include a primary display and a primary input device. The system may also include a secondary interface system. The secondary interface system may include a secondary display and a secondary input device. The system may also include a control system in communication with the primary interface system and the secondary interface system. The control system may include a processing unit including one or more processors. The processing unit may be configured to receive a plurality of teleoperational kinematic constraints for the primary input device and generate a plurality of simulated kinematic constraints, mimicking the teleoperational kinematic constraints, for the secondary input device. The processing system may also be configured to receive guidance information from the secondary input device and provide haptic guidance through the primary input device based on the guidance information.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 34/00 - Computer-aided surgery; Manipulators or robots specially adapted for use in surgery
  • A61B 34/35 - Surgical robots for telesurgery
  • A61B 34/10 - Computer-aided planning, simulation or modelling of surgical operations

86.

FORCE TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS FOR INSTRUMENTS, AND RELATED DEVICES

      
Application Number US2023068698
Publication Number 2023/250307
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-06-20
Publication Date 2023-12-28
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Khalaji, Iman
  • Manzo, Scott E.

Abstract

An instrument includes a shaft comprising a distal end portion, a proximal end portion, and a longitudinal axis extending between the distal end portion and the proximal end portion, and a moveable component coupled to the distal end portion of the shaft. A drive assembly is coupled to the proximal end portion of the shaft, the drive assembly comprising a gimbal assembly rotatable about a first axis and a second axis. A first actuation member is coupled to the gimbal assembly and extends from the drive assembly along the shaft and coupled to the moveable component, and a second actuation member is coupled to the gimbal assembly and extends along the drive assembly along the shaft and coupled to the moveable component. Devices, systems, and methods relate to gimbal assemblies and related drive assemblies.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 34/30 - Surgical robots
  • A61B 34/00 - Computer-aided surgery; Manipulators or robots specially adapted for use in surgery
  • A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods, e.g. tourniquets

87.

MULTI-VIEW MEDICAL ACTIVITY RECOGNITION SYSTEMS AND METHODS

      
Application Number 18035993
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-11-12
First Publication Date 2023-12-21
Owner Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Mohareri, Omid
  • Schmidt, Adam T.
  • Sharghi Karganroodi, Aidean

Abstract

Multi-view medical activity recognition systems and methods are described herein. In certain illustrative examples, a system accesses a plurality of data streams representing imagery of a scene of a medical session captured by a plurality of sensors from a plurality of viewpoints. The system temporally aligns the plurality of data streams and determines, using a viewpoint agnostic machine learning model and based on the plurality of data streams, an activity within the scene.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06V 10/80 - Fusion, i.e. combining data from various sources at the sensor level, preprocessing level, feature extraction level or classification level
  • G06V 10/82 - Arrangements for image or video recognition or understanding using pattern recognition or machine learning using neural networks

88.

LIGHT DISPLAYS IN A MEDICAL DEVICE

      
Application Number 18142015
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-05-01
First Publication Date 2023-12-21
Owner Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Hulford, Timothy B.
  • Allenby, Christopher B.
  • Argo, Lauren L.
  • Blanchard, Russell L.E.
  • Lapaev, Roman

Abstract

An example medical device may include a first component including an interface, a light feature surrounding at least part of the interface, and a controller coupled to the light feature and including a memory in which are stored instructions for the controller causing a first illumination state of the light feature corresponding to a first state of the interface, and the controller causing a second illumination state of the light feature corresponding to a second state of the interface.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 34/00 - Computer-aided surgery; Manipulators or robots specially adapted for use in surgery
  • A61B 34/35 - Surgical robots for telesurgery
  • A61B 34/37 - Master-slave robots
  • A61B 90/30 - Devices for illuminating a surgical field, the devices having an interrelation with other surgical devices or with a surgical procedure

89.

NON-VISIBLE-SPECTRUM LIGHT IMAGE-BASED OPERATIONS FOR VISIBLE-SPECTRUM IMAGES

      
Application Number US2023025292
Publication Number 2023/244661
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-06-14
Publication Date 2023-12-21
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor Jarc, Anthony M.

Abstract

An illustrative system may access a first image sequence comprising first images, the first images based on illumination, using visible-spectrum light, of a scene associated with a medical procedure; access a second image sequence comprising second images, the second images based on illumination of the scene using non-visible spectrum light; detect an object in the second image sequence; and perform, based on the detected object, an operation with respect to the first image sequence.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 1/00 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor
  • A61B 1/04 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor combined with photographic or television appliances
  • A61B 1/06 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor with illuminating arrangements
  • G06T 7/00 - Image analysis

90.

VISIBILITY METRICS IN MULTI-VIEW MEDICAL ACTIVITY RECOGNITION SYSTEMS AND METHODS

      
Application Number 18035989
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-11-12
First Publication Date 2023-12-21
Owner Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Mohareri, Omid
  • Schmidt, Adam T.
  • Sharghi Karganroodi, Aidean

Abstract

Visibility metrics in multi-view medical activity recognition systems and methods are described herein. In certain illustrative examples, a system access imagery of a scene of a medical session captured by a plurality of sensors from a plurality of viewpoints, the imagery including first imagery captured by a first sensor of the plurality of sensors from a first viewpoint of the plurality of viewpoints. The system determines, during the medical session and based on the first imagery, a value of an activity visibility metric for the first sensor. The system facilitates, based on the value of the activity visibility metric, adjusting the first viewpoint of the first sensor.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06V 10/98 - Detection or correction of errors, e.g. by rescanning the pattern or by human intervention; Evaluation of the quality of the acquired patterns
  • G06V 10/12 - Image acquisition - Details of acquisition arrangements; Constructional details thereof
  • G06V 10/764 - Arrangements for image or video recognition or understanding using pattern recognition or machine learning using classification, e.g. of video objects
  • G06V 10/774 - Generating sets of training patterns; Bootstrap methods, e.g. bagging or boosting
  • H04N 23/695 - Control of camera direction for changing a field of view, e.g. pan, tilt or based on tracking of objects
  • H04N 23/60 - Control of cameras or camera modules
  • H04N 23/90 - Arrangement of cameras or camera modules, e.g. multiple cameras in TV studios or sports stadiums
  • G06V 40/20 - Movements or behaviour, e.g. gesture recognition

91.

Instrument Carriage Assembly for Surgical System

      
Application Number 18212604
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-06-21
First Publication Date 2023-12-21
Owner Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Schena, Bruce Michael
  • Dachs, Ii, Gregory W.
  • Solomon, Todd

Abstract

A medical robotic assembly configured to support, insert, retract, and actuate a surgical instrument. The medical robotic assembly includes a surgical instrument carriage configured for detachably mounting a surgical instrument to the surgical instrument carriage. The surgical instrument carriage includes a motor housing, a first output assembly in the motor housing, a second output assembly in the motor housing, a first sensor assembly configured to sense a rotational orientation of a first output drive coupling, and a second sensor assembly configured to sense a rotational orientation of a second output drive coupling.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 34/30 - Surgical robots
  • A61B 90/98 - Identification means for patients or instruments, e.g. tags using electromagnetic means, e.g. transponders
  • A61B 34/37 - Master-slave robots
  • A61B 34/20 - Surgical navigation systems; Devices for tracking or guiding surgical instruments, e.g. for frameless stereotaxis

92.

TENSION CONTROL OF NONSYMMETRICAL FLEXIBLE DEVICES

      
Application Number 18252435
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-11-05
First Publication Date 2023-12-21
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Diolaiti, Nicola
  • Fitterer, Mimi Trinh
  • Raybin, Samuel

Abstract

Approaches to addressing asymmetric loads at the distal end of a flexible elongate device are disclosed herein. In some embodiments, symmetry is recovered by mechanically redesigning the flexible elongate device to counter the asymmetric load. In other embodiments, symmetry is recovered by altering the controls scheme for managing the control elements in a flexible elongate device. Generally, a flexible elongate device includes a plurality of control elements able to actuate the distal section. The amount of force applied to each control element can be changed so that the plurality of control elements is able to collectively apply a bending moment that counters the asymmetric load.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 1/005 - Flexible endoscopes
  • A61B 1/018 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor characterised by internal passages or accessories therefor for receiving instruments
  • A61B 1/00 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor

93.

VISUAL GUIDANCE FOR REPOSITIONING A COMPUTER-ASSISTED SYSTEM

      
Application Number US2023025249
Publication Number 2023/244636
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-06-14
Publication Date 2023-12-21
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Rabindran, Dinesh
  • Dimaio, Simon P.
  • Mohareri, Omid

Abstract

Techniques for displaying an extended reality (XR) indication of a potential collision between a portion of an object and a portion of a computer-assisted system include the following. The computer-assisted system comprises a sensor system configured to capture sensor data of an environment, and a control system communicably coupled to the sensor system. The control system is configured to: determine a pose of a portion of an object in the environment based on the sensor data, determine a pose of a portion of the computer-assisted system, determine at least one characteristic associated with a potential collision between the portion of the object and the portion of the computer-assisted system, select the potential collision for display based on the at least one characteristic, and cause an XR indication of the potential collision to be displayed to an operator via a display system.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 34/20 - Surgical navigation systems; Devices for tracking or guiding surgical instruments, e.g. for frameless stereotaxis
  • A61B 34/30 - Surgical robots

94.

NON-VISIBLE-SPECTRUM LIGHT IMAGE-BASED TRAINING AND USE OF A MACHINE LEARNING MODEL

      
Application Number US2023025290
Publication Number 2023/244659
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-06-14
Publication Date 2023-12-21
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor Jarc, Anthony M.

Abstract

An illustrative system may access a first image sequence captured by an imaging device during a medical procedure, the first image sequence comprising first images, the first images based on illumination of a scene associated with the medical procedure using visible-spectrum light; access a second image sequence captured by the imaging device during the medical procedure, the second image sequence comprising second images, the second images based on illumination of the scene using non-visible spectrum light; and provide the first image sequence and the second image sequence to a machine learning module.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 1/00 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor
  • A61B 1/04 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor combined with photographic or television appliances
  • A61B 1/06 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor with illuminating arrangements

95.

MEDICAL DEVICE USER CONTROL SYSTEM WITH AUTOMATIC SURGEON ANTI-STAGNATION SYSTEM

      
Application Number 18034644
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-11-02
First Publication Date 2023-12-14
Owner Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor Blanchard, Russell L.E.

Abstract

An example teleoperated surgery user control system includes a first user control and a controller. The first user control is configured to be used by a user to teleoperate one or more aspects of a surgical system. The first user control includes one or more portions configured to articulate and to support one or more body portions of a user. The controller is communicatively connected to the first user control. The controller is configured to execute instructions to automatically articulate the one or more portions periodically or continually during a surgical procedure teleoperated by the user with the surgical system.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G16H 40/67 - ICT specially adapted for the management or administration of healthcare resources or facilities; ICT specially adapted for the management or operation of medical equipment or devices for the operation of medical equipment or devices for remote operation
  • A61B 90/60 - Supports for surgeons, e.g. chairs or hand supports

96.

GAZE-INITIATED COMMUNICATIONS

      
Application Number 18340701
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-06-23
First Publication Date 2023-12-14
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Itkowitz, Brandon D.
  • Arsanious, Joseph M.
  • Burns, Christopher R.
  • Feather, Heath

Abstract

A system comprises a display configured to present a graphical user interface including a viewing area and one or more user interface elements. The system also comprises a gaze tracking device configured to detect a change in a gaze of a user while the user views the graphical user interface presented on the display. The system also comprises an audio input device configured to receive audio information. The system also comprises one or more processors configured to process the audio information received at the audio input device in accordance with a first mode to direct the received audio information as audio output to one or more audio output devices; and in response to the gaze tracking device detecting the change in the gaze of the user, process the received audio information in accordance with a second mode, the second mode being distinct from the first mode.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 3/01 - Input arrangements or combined input and output arrangements for interaction between user and computer
  • G06F 3/16 - Sound input; Sound output
  • G16H 80/00 - ICT specially adapted for facilitating communication between medical practitioners or patients, e.g. for collaborative diagnosis, therapy or health monitoring
  • G06F 3/04817 - Interaction techniques based on graphical user interfaces [GUI] based on specific properties of the displayed interaction object or a metaphor-based environment, e.g. interaction with desktop elements like windows or icons, or assisted by a cursor's changing behaviour or appearance using icons

97.

AXIAL SUPPORT STRUCTURE FOR A FLEXIBLE ELONGATE DEVICE

      
Application Number 18457043
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-08-28
First Publication Date 2023-12-14
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Fenech, Carolyn M.
  • Valencia, Hans F.

Abstract

An axial support structure for a flexible elongate device includes a plurality of rigid links coupled by pin joints. Each of the plurality of rigid links comprises a shaft, a pair of male joint connectors extending axially from a first end of the shaft, and a pair of female joint connectors extending axially from a second end of the shaft opposite the first end. The female joint connectors are complementary to the male joint connectors and are rotated by 90 degrees relative to the male joint connectors. Each of the plurality of rigid links is rotated by 90 degrees with respect to neighboring links among the plurality of rigid links, thereby aligning each pair of male joint connectors with a neighboring pair of female joint connectors to form the pin joints.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61M 25/01 - Introducing, guiding, advancing, emplacing or holding catheters
  • A61M 25/00 - Catheters; Hollow probes
  • A61B 34/35 - Surgical robots for telesurgery
  • A61B 34/37 - Master-slave robots
  • A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges
  • A61B 34/20 - Surgical navigation systems; Devices for tracking or guiding surgical instruments, e.g. for frameless stereotaxis
  • A61B 1/00 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor
  • A61B 1/005 - Flexible endoscopes

98.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR RAPID HALT AND RECOVERY OF MOTION DEVIATIONS IN REPOSITIONABLE ARMS

      
Application Number 18457218
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-08-28
First Publication Date 2023-12-14
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Lynch, Goran A.
  • Griffiths, Paul G.
  • Turner, Michael

Abstract

A computer-assisted device includes a first repositionable arm configured to support a first end effector, a second repositionable arm configured to support a second end effector, and a control unit. The control unit configured to monitor an actual motion of at least one structure selected from the group consisting of the first repositionable arm and the first end effector; determine a deviation between the actual motion and a desired motion of the at least one structure; and in response to determining that the deviation is greater than a deviation threshold, select whether to halt motion of the first repositionable arm and the first end effector or the second repositionable arm and the second end effector based on a mode of operation of the first repositionable arm the first end effector, the second repositionable arm, or a mode of operation of the second end effector.

IPC Classes  ?

99.

SURGICAL INSTRUMENT GUIDE

      
Application Number 18206986
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-06-07
First Publication Date 2023-12-07
Owner Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor Morrissette, Tyler J.

Abstract

An instrument guide is removably inserted into a proximal portion of a cannula and extends to a distal end of the cannula to guide and support multiple surgical instruments within the cannula. The instrument guide is designed to be manufactured by injection molding of plastic material. The instrument guide includes a tube and several radial walls connected to the tube to form passageways within the tube. The radial walls are joined to a core where they intersect. The tube and radial walls have substantially the same wall thickness and the core has a minimum diameter that is substantially larger than the wall thickness to facilitate delivery of plastic material. Portions of the tube and radial walls are thinner than the general wall and rib thickness to form guideways that support surgical instruments within the passageways. Channels may be formed on an outside of the tube to deliver insufflation gas.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 17/34 - Trocars; Puncturing needles
  • B29C 45/00 - Injection moulding, i.e. forcing the required volume of moulding material through a nozzle into a closed mould; Apparatus therefor
  • B29C 45/26 - Moulds

100.

TECHNIQUES FOR ADJUSTING A HEADREST OF A COMPUTER-ASSISTED SYSTEM

      
Application Number 18326567
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-05-31
First Publication Date 2023-12-07
Owner INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Noohi Bezanjani, Ehsan
  • Verner, Lawton N.

Abstract

Techniques for adjusting a headrest of a computer-assisted system include the following. The computer-assisted system includes a display unit configured to display images viewable by an operator, a headrest coupled to the display unit, the headrest configured to be contacted by a head of the operator, an actuator operable to move the headrest relative to the display unit, a head-input sensor, and a control unit communicably coupled to the actuator and the head-input sensor. The control unit is configured to: determine head data based on sensor data acquired by the head-input sensor, determine a commanded motion based on at least the head data, a baseline, and a damping, and command the actuator to move the headrest based on the commanded motion.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G05B 15/02 - Systems controlled by a computer electric
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