Systems and methods for docking medical instruments

This invention describes a system for automatically connecting robotic surgical instruments to their operating machinery. It uses a motor to spin a drive part until it precisely aligns with a matching input on the instrument, which contains a pre-tensioned wire. The system detects the twisting force on the drive part to know when to activate the motor for alignment.

Why it matters: The underlying precision mechanics and control for robotic surgical instrument docking remain complex and specialized. No significant technological breakthrough since 2022 has fundamentally altered the engineering challenges or regulatory requirements for such systems.

Status: Not in forceListed as no longer active. The specific reason is not in the record we hold.
How hard to build: SpecializedCustom precision mechanics, torque sensor, control software.

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