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A Novel Method for Magnetometer and Accelerometer Calibration from Angular Rate Gyroscopes

C12328: Method for Magnetometer and Accelerometer CalibrationNovelty: A novel technique for estimating sensor bias in magnetometers and accelerometers using angular rate data obtained from a gyroscope.Value Proposition: Magnetometers, accelerometers, and gyroscopes are used together in a number of applications, including vehicle navigation systems and...

Published: 6/27/2024 | Inventor(s): Louis Whitcomb, Giancarlo Troni-Peralta

Keywords(s): Calibration Algorithm, Environmental Sensing, Environmental Sensing Software, Imaging and Sensing Systems, Movement, Sensing Modality

Category(s): Technology Classifications > Computers, Electronics & Software > Algorithms, Technology Classifications > Computers, Electronics & Software > Sensors, Technology Classifications > Industrial Tech > Energy, Infrastructure & Environment, Technology Classifications > Computers, Electronics & Software, Technology Classifications > Industrial Tech, Technology Classifications > Engineering Tech > Energy, Infrastructure & Environment

MRI Compatible Positioning Arm

C04166: MRI Compatible Positioning ArmNovelty: A new positioning arm that can be used safely during an MRI imaging study.Value Proposition: The use of robotic surgical systems is becoming increasingly popular due to their ability to perform steady and precise actions using minimally invasive methods. However, due to their construction, these devices...

Published: 6/27/2024 | Inventor(s): Dan Stoianovici, Keenan Wyrobek, Dumitru Mazilu, Louis Whitcomb

Keywords(s): Imaging and Sensing Systems, Imaging Modality, In Vivo Medical Imaging, Interventional and Surgical Systems, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Robotic Surgical System Hardware, Surgical Control Systems, Surgical Navigation

Category(s): Technology Classifications > Computers, Electronics & Software, Technology Classifications > Medical Devices > Surgical, Technology Classifications > Medical Devices, Technology Classifications > Medical Devices > Imaging

Adjustable Remote Center of Motion Robotic Module

C03980: Adjustable Remote Center of Motion Robotic ModuleNovelty: A new surgical robot apparatus for accurate placements of needles and tools.Value Proposition: The rise of laparoscopic, percutaneous, and robot-assisted procedures has given way to many designs for surgical tools. Many consist of long shafts to access the desired tissue and are typically...

Published: 6/27/2024 | Inventor(s): Dan Stoianovici, Louis Whitcomb, Dumitru Mazilu, Russell Taylor, Louis Kavoussi

Keywords(s): Interventional and Surgical Systems, Motion Translation/Rotation Components, Remote Center of Motion (RCM) Module

Category(s): Technology Classifications > Computers, Electronics & Software > Robotics, Technology Classifications > Medical Devices > Surgical, Technology Classifications > Computers, Electronics & Software, Technology Classifications > Medical Devices

Controllable Motorized Device for Accurate Percutaneous Needle Placement in Soft Tissue Target

C03752: High Accuracy Needle Drive DeviceNovelty: A new apparatus which improves needle placement accuracy when being introduced.Value Proposition: Laparoscopic and percutaneous surgical procedures are highly favored for their minimally invasive nature. In these procedures, tools or therapeutic agents are introduced to the body via a needle. Placement...

Published: 6/27/2024 | Inventor(s): Dan Stoianovici, Gabor Fichtinger, Richard Wiard, Iulian Iordachita, Louis Whitcomb, Russell Taylor

Keywords(s): Interventional and Surgical Systems, Surgical Instruments

Category(s): Technology Classifications > Medical Devices > Surgical, Technology Classifications > Medical Devices

FAMOUS: A Quantitative Assessment of Muscle Tone in the Wrist

C03434: Quantitative Muscle Tone Assessment DeviceNovelty: A new apparatus to consistently measure tone of skeletal muscles without subjective biases.Value Proposition: Tone is a clinical term that describes muscle resistance to passive stretch. Clinical assessment of tone is useful in evaluating patients with some sort of upper or lower motor neuron...

Published: 6/27/2024 | Inventor(s): Katrina Rieflin, Louis Whitcomb, Randal Goldberg, Barbara De Lateur, Frederick Lenz, Sami Kanderian

Keywords(s): Environmental Sensing, Imaging and Sensing Systems, Orthotics, Physiological, Sensing Modality, Therapeutic Devices, Therapeutics

Category(s): Technology Classifications > Computers, Electronics & Software > Sensors, Technology Classifications > Medical Devices > Orthopedic Devices, Technology Classifications > Computers, Electronics & Software, Technology Classifications > Medical Devices

Friction Transmission with Axial Loading

C03171: Mechanical Power ConverterNovelty: An actuator that converts rotational to translational motion and vice versa. The unique design allows for more power transmission than traditional designs of a similar size.Value Proposition: Percutaneous procedures have become commonplace in medicine as they are less invasive and result in shorter recovery...

Published: 6/27/2024 | Inventor(s): Dan Stoianovici, Louis Kavoussi, Louis Whitcomb, Russell Taylor, Jeffrey Cadeddu, Roger Demaree, Stephen Basile

Keywords(s): Interventional and Surgical Systems, Motion Translation/Rotation Components, Motor