Abstract: A suturing assistance system that can be used for prosthetic heart valve manufacturing or suturing procedures. The assistance system includes an automated fixture that includes an articulating arm and a target device holder. The system also includes a vision assist system that projects a visual indicator on the surface of the target device to indicate the location of the next suture to be formed or inspected. The assistance system can include a visualization system configured to display operating procedures to an operator. The visual indicator can guide the operator in performing a sequence of steps to manufacture or inspect a target device. Properties of the visual indicator, such as color and/or shape, can be adjusted or tailored to convey information to the operator during the procedure.

Abstract: An integrated pressure sensing device is disclosed. Embodiments of the disclosed concepts provide a device that integrates hemodynamic pressure transducers or sensors into a single package. The package can be designed for precordial placement on the subject so that pressure readings are substantially accurate and appropriately calibrated without “leveling” the sensors relative to a subject's heart using a separate support, and regardless of the subject's position. A lumen set can be configured to maintain a fluid column between each pressure transducer and the subject's blood stream and in some embodiments, the assembly, including all transducers, can be fed from a single fluid source such as a single IV bag.