Patents Assigned to Novare Surgical Systems, Inc.
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Patent number: 7828808Abstract: Articulating mechanisms, link systems, and components thereof, useful for a variety of purposes including, but not limited to, the remote manipulation of instruments such as surgical or diagnostic instruments or tools are provided. The link systems include links wherein at least two adjacent links are pivotable relative to one another around two distinct pivot points. Mechanisms for locking the links are also provided.Type: GrantFiled: August 26, 2004Date of Patent: November 9, 2010Assignee: Novare Surgical Systems, Inc.Inventors: Cameron Dale Hinman, David J. Danitz
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Patent number: 7785252Abstract: A sheath useful for remote steering, guidance and/or manipulation of a flexible instrument, including e.g. an endoscope, received through the sheath.Type: GrantFiled: November 23, 2004Date of Patent: August 31, 2010Assignee: Novare Surgical Systems, Inc.Inventors: David J. Danitz, Cameron D. Hinman
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Patent number: 7682307Abstract: The invention provides an articulating mechanism useful, for example, for remote manipulation of various surgical instruments and diagnostic tools within, or to, regions of the body. Movement of segments at the proximal end of the mechanism results in a corresponding, relative movement of segments at the distal end of the mechanism. The proximal and distal segments are connected by a set of cables in such a fashion that each proximal segment forms a discrete pair with a distal segment. This configuration allows each segment pair to move independently of one another and also permits the articulating mechanism to undergo complex movements and adopt complex configurations.Type: GrantFiled: November 9, 2005Date of Patent: March 23, 2010Assignee: Novare Surgical Systems, Inc.Inventors: David J. Danitz, Adam Gold
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Patent number: 7678117Abstract: The invention provides articulating mechanisms, and flexible members and flexible segments that can form such articulating mechanisms. The mechanisms are useful, for example, for remote steering, guidance and/or manipulation of various instruments and tools at a targeted location. The mechanisms, members or segments include links connected by flexible hinges. The proximal and distal ends of the mechanisms are connected by at least one set of cables in such a fashion that a proximal active flexible segment forms a discrete pair with a distal active flexible segment. Movement of active flexible segments at the proximal end of the mechanism results in a corresponding, relative movement of segments at the distal end of the mechanism. This configuration allows each flexible segment pair to move independently of one another and also permits the articulating mechanism to undergo complex movements and adopt complex configurations.Type: GrantFiled: September 24, 2004Date of Patent: March 16, 2010Assignee: Novare Surgical Systems, Inc.Inventors: Cameron D. Hinman, David J. Danitz
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Patent number: 7615066Abstract: The invention provides an articulating mechanism useful, for example, for remote manipulation of various surgical instruments and diagnostic tools within, or to, regions of the body. Movement of segments at the proximal end of the mechanism results in a corresponding, relative movement of segments at the distal end of the mechanism. The proximal and distal segments are connected by a set of cables in such a fashion that each proximal segment forms a discrete pair with a distal segment. This configuration allows each segment pair to move independently of one another and also permits the articulating mechanism to undergo complex movements and adopt complex configurations.Type: GrantFiled: July 13, 2005Date of Patent: November 10, 2009Assignee: Novare Surgical Systems, Inc.Inventors: David J. Danitz, Adam C. Gold
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Patent number: 7588585Abstract: The present invention relates to surgical clamps and clamp devices that provide a handle-free surgical field. The clamp jaws may be opened or closed by a rotationally or translationally moveable drive element that may be actuated from a position proximal or distal to the jaws. The surgical clamps may also be deployed using a clamp applier which slidably engages the clamp along a wire to releasably attach itself to the clamp.Type: GrantFiled: March 25, 2003Date of Patent: September 15, 2009Assignee: Novare Surgical Systems, Inc.Inventors: Adam Gold, David J. Danitz
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Patent number: 7537599Abstract: An anastomosis occlusion device having a low-profile shaft assembly configured for insertion into the lumen of a vessel. The device includes an expandable region at the shaft assembly distal end with a sealing membrane that spans the expandable region, and a corresponding clamping member moveable toward the expandable region. Once inserted into the vessel lumen the expandable region is deployed from a first low-profile position into a second expanded position, and positioned at the target site of the anastomosis. Movement of the distal end of the clamping member, which remains located outside the vessel, against the expanded region creates a seal at the target site.Type: GrantFiled: August 12, 2003Date of Patent: May 26, 2009Assignee: Novare Surgical Systems, Inc.Inventors: Terrence Buelna, Adam Gold, Thomas J. Fogarty, Thomas A. Howell
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Publication number: 20090093842Abstract: The present invention relates to surgical clamps and clamp devices that provide a handle-free surgical field. The clamp jaws may be opened or closed by a rotationally or translationally moveable drive element that may be actuated from a position proximal or distal to the jaws. The surgical clamps may also be deployed using a clamp applier which slidably engages the clamp along a wire to releasably attach itself to the clamp.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 15, 2008Publication date: April 9, 2009Applicant: Novare Surgical Systems, Inc.Inventors: Adam GOLD, David J. Danitz
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Publication number: 20090093841Abstract: The present invention relates to surgical clamps and clamp devices that provide a handle-free surgical field. The clamp jaws may be opened or closed by a rotationally or translationally moveable drive element that may be actuated from a position proximal or distal to the jaws. The surgical clamps may also be deployed using a clamp applier which slidably engages the clamp along a wire to releasably attach itself to the clamp.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 15, 2008Publication date: April 9, 2009Applicant: Novare Surgical Systems, Inc.Inventors: Adam GOLD, David J. Danitz
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Publication number: 20090093828Abstract: The present invention relates to surgical clamps and clamp devices that provide a handle-free surgical field. The clamp jaws may be opened or closed by a rotationally or translationally moveable drive element that may be actuated from a position proximal or distal to the jaws. The surgical clamps may also be deployed using a clamp applier which slidably engages the clamp along a wire to releasably attach itself to the clamp.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 15, 2008Publication date: April 9, 2009Applicant: Novare Surgical Systems, Inc.Inventors: Adam GOLD, David J. Danitz
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Publication number: 20080262538Abstract: The invention provides an articulating mechanism useful, for example, for remote manipulation of various surgical instruments and diagnostic tools within, or to, regions of the body. Movement of segments at the proximal end of the mechanism results in a corresponding, relative movement of segments at the distal end of the mechanism. The proximal and distal segments are connected by a set of cables in such a fashion that each proximal segment forms a discrete pair with a distal segment. This configuration allows each segment pair to move independently of one another and also permits the articulating mechanism to undergo complex movements and adopt complex configurations. The articulating mechanisms may also be combined in such a way to remotely mimic finger movements for manipulation of an object or body tissue.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 24, 2008Publication date: October 23, 2008Applicant: Novare Surgical Systems, Inc.Inventors: David J. Danitz, Cameron D. Hinman
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Patent number: 7410483Abstract: The invention provides an articulating mechanism useful, for example, for remote manipulation of various surgical instruments and diagnostic tools within, or to, regions of the body. Movement of segments at the proximal end of the mechanism results in a corresponding, relative movement of segments at the distal end of the mechanism. The proximal and distal segments are connected by a set of cables in such a fashion that each proximal segment forms a discrete pair with a distal segment. This configuration allows each segment pair to move independently of one another and also permits the articulating mechanism to undergo complex movements and adopt complex configurations. The articulating mechanisms may also be combined in such a way to remotely mimic finger movements for manipulation of an object or body tissue.Type: GrantFiled: November 24, 2004Date of Patent: August 12, 2008Assignee: Novare Surgical Systems, Inc.Inventors: David J. Danitz, Cameron D. Hinman
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Patent number: 7090637Abstract: The invention provides an articulating mechanism useful, for example, for remote manipulation of various surgical instruments and diagnostic tools within, or to, regions of the body. Movement of segments at the proximal end of the mechanism results in a corresponding, relative movement of segments at the distal end of the mechanism. The proximal and distal segments are connected by a set of cables in such a fashion that each proximal segment forms a discrete pair with a distal segment. This configuration allows each segment pair to move independently of one another and also permits the articulating mechanism to undergo complex movements and adopt complex configurations.Type: GrantFiled: May 23, 2003Date of Patent: August 15, 2006Assignee: Novare Surgical Systems, Inc.Inventors: David J. Danitz, Adam Gold
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Publication number: 20060111615Abstract: A sheath useful for remote steering, guidance and/or manipulation of a flexible instrument, including e.g. an endoscope, received through the sheath.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 23, 2004Publication date: May 25, 2006Applicant: NOVARE SURGICAL SYSTEMS, INC.Inventors: David Danitz, Cameron Hinman
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Publication number: 20060111616Abstract: A component-based system for assembling articulating mechanisms that generally includes a variety of link, joint, central and spacer components together with connecting cables of varying lengths.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 3, 2005Publication date: May 25, 2006Applicant: NOVARE SURGICAL SYSTEMS, INC.Inventor: David Danitz
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Publication number: 20060111210Abstract: Articulating mechanisms, link systems, and components thereof, useful for a variety of purposes including, but not limited to, the remote manipulation of instruments such as surgical or diagnostic instruments or tools, are provided. The link systems include links wherein torque can be transferred between at least two adjacent links while allowing for pivoting motion between the links. Mechanisms for preventing undesired lateral movement of links relative to one another are also provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 4, 2005Publication date: May 25, 2006Applicant: NOVARE SURGICAL SYSTEMS, INC.Inventor: Cameron Hinman
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Publication number: 20060111209Abstract: Articulating mechanisms, link systems, and components thereof, useful for a variety of purposes including, but not limited to, the remote manipulation of instruments such as surgical or diagnostic instruments or tools, are provided. The link systems include links wherein torque can be transferred between at least two adjacent links while allowing for pivoting motion between the links. Mechanisms for preventing undesired lateral movement of links relative to one another are also provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 23, 2004Publication date: May 25, 2006Applicant: NOVARE SURGICAL SYSTEMS, INC.Inventors: Cameron Hinman, David Danitz
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Publication number: 20060094931Abstract: The invention provides an articulating mechanism useful, for example, for remote manipulation of various surgical instruments and diagnostic tools within, or to, regions of the body. Movement of segments at the proximal end of the mechanism results in a corresponding, relative movement of segments at the distal end of the mechanism. The proximal and distal segments are connected by a set of cables in such a fashion that each proximal segment forms a discrete pair with a distal segment. This configuration allows each segment pair to move independently of one another and also permits the articulating mechanism to undergo complex movements and adopt complex configurations.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 9, 2005Publication date: May 4, 2006Applicant: Novare Surgical Systems, Inc.Inventors: David Danitz, Adam Gold
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Publication number: 20050273084Abstract: Articulating mechanisms, link systems, and components thereof, useful for a variety of purposes including, but not limited to, the remote manipulation of instruments such as surgical or diagnostic instruments or tools are provided. The link systems include links wherein at least two adjacent links are pivotable relative to one another around two distinct pivot points. Mechanisms for locking the links are also provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 26, 2004Publication date: December 8, 2005Applicant: NOVARE SURGICAL SYSTEMS, INC.Inventors: Cameron Hinman, David Danitz
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Publication number: 20050273085Abstract: The invention provides articulating mechanisms, and flexible members and flexible segments that can form such articulating mechanisms. The mechanisms are useful, for example, for remote steering, guidance and/or manipulation of various instruments and tools at a targeted location. The mechanisms, members or segments include links connected by flexible hinges. The proximal and distal ends of the mechanisms are connected by at least one set of cables in such a fashion that a proximal active flexible segment forms a discrete pair with a distal active flexible segment. Movement of active flexible segments at the proximal end of the mechanism results in a corresponding, relative movement of segments at the distal end of the mechanism. This configuration allows each flexible segment pair to move independently of one another and also permits the articulating mechanism to undergo complex movements and adopt complex configurations.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 24, 2004Publication date: December 8, 2005Applicant: NOVARE SURGICAL SYSTEMS, INC.Inventors: Cameron Hinman, David Danitz