Abstract: A steerable multi-linked device. The device includes a first multi-linked mechanism and a second multi-linked mechanism. At least one of the first and second multi-linked mechanisms is steerable and includes a modular link assembly at an end thereof. The modular link assembly includes a base, and a tip removably connected to the base.
Type:
Application
Filed:
October 24, 2007
Publication date:
July 10, 2008
Applicant:
INNOVENTION TECHNOLOGIES, LLC.
Inventors:
Brett Zubiate, Howard M. Choset, Amir Degani, Michael Schwerin
Abstract: An apparatus for positioning a device. The apparatus includes a coupling member, a first arm, a second arm, and a sloped support member. The coupling member defines a first opening and a second opening. The first arm passes through the first opening, and the coupling member is movably connected to the first arm. The second arm passes through the second opening. The sloped support member is releasably connected to the second arm. The apparatus has at least five degrees of freedom.
Type:
Application
Filed:
October 22, 2007
Publication date:
June 12, 2008
Applicant:
INNOVENTION TECHNOLOGIES, LLC.
Inventors:
Brett Zubiate, Sarjoun Skaff, Amir Degani, Howie Choset