Abstract: In some embodiments, a hand controller apparatus for controlling a tool in a robotic surgery system can include a body with a proximal end and a distally located interface end configured to be coupled to an input apparatus configured to control the tool. The hand controller apparatus can also include a control lever attached to a pivot joint proximate a side surface of the body and extending along the body and away from the proximal end, the control lever being laterally moveable relative to the side surface of the body about the pivot joint. The hand controller apparatus can additionally include a lateral movement detector configured to magnetically or inductively detect a lateral movement of the control lever.

Abstract: Methods and devices are described for shaping ingots of ice. Devices may include a support structure, a mold for shaping ice ingots, the mold being mounted to the support structure. The devices may also include a first upper platen assembly disposed above a first lower platen assembly, a first positioning means, and at least one liquid inlet valve for each of the first upper platen assembly and the first lower platen assembly.

Abstract: An orthotic foot rest is a pedal for a pedaling machine. It includes a platform, an instep-strap and/or a heel strap and a width-adjusting assembly. The platform holds a person's foot that is either bare or in a shoe. When present, the instep-strap forms an arch extending up above the platform such that the person's foot, with or without a shoe, can be slipped under the arch and rest on the platform. When present, the heel strap encircles the person's foot. A width-adjusting assembly adjusts the tension against the side of the foot to secure it in place on the platform. Paired-strap-posts define a u-shaped-slot between them that is wide enough to receive the strap and restrain a cam buckle that is slidably attachable on each of the straps. A release strap enables a person to pull on the release-strap to remove the buckle from the u-shaped-slot.

Abstract: A post-mountable exercise apparatus includes an exercise device, a 3-walled bracket and a bridge. The exercise apparatus is attachable to a post by surrounding the post with the 3-walled bracket and bridge, which tighten together in place on the post. The exercise device has a frame that supports a horizontal shaft rotatably mounted in the frame such that two crank arms extending outside the first side and the second side of the frame can be rotated to turn the horizontal shaft. A band tensioning device using a threaded member may be added so that tightening or loosening the threaded member causes a change in the tension of the pliant band and resistance of the exercise device to being rotated.