Ceiling and floor mounted surgical robot set-up arms

This invention describes a robotic surgery system designed to position surgical tools and endoscopes around a patient. It uses setup arms that can be mounted from either the ceiling or the floor, allowing them to be pre-configured for surgery and then moved out of the way to keep the space around the operating table clear for medical staff. The system includes a brake mechanism to securely hold the arm's position once set.

Why it matters: Filed before modern compact robotics and advanced control systems were widely available. Today's smaller, more powerful motors and sophisticated software could make these flexible mounting systems more practical and less intrusive, especially for multi-arm setups.

Status: Not in forceListed as no longer active. The specific reason is not in the record we hold.
How hard to build: SpecializedRobotic arms, precision mechanics, control system, safety brakes

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