Patents by Inventor Ziyang DONG

Ziyang DONG has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 12023120
    Abstract: Systems and methods for an effective solution to MR safe actuation in all MRI-guided (robot-assisted) procedures are provided. The present integrated hydraulic transmission method or system uses piston-based cylinders (101,102,201,308(C1), 309(C2), 310(C3), 402, 501) to provide continuous bi-lateral rotation with unlimited range in an MRI environment. Positional and torque control can also be achieved.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 8, 2019
    Date of Patent: July 2, 2024
    Assignee: VERSITECH LIMITED
    Inventors: Ziyang Dong, Ka Wai Kwok, Ziyan Guo, Kit Hang Brian Lee
  • Patent number: 11779398
    Abstract: A neurosurgical robotic system for bilateral stereotaxy that integrates intraoperative MRI guidance is provided. The robotic system can be implemented in regular diagnostic MRI facilities. Navigation for bilateral brain targets can be performed independently and simultaneously. The robotic system includes a plurality of manipulators, a needle guide (31), a needle (12) disposed within the needle guide (31); and a mounting base (39) with a plurality of screw holes for bone mounting.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 24, 2019
    Date of Patent: October 10, 2023
    Assignee: The University of Hong Kong
    Inventors: Ziyan Guo, Ka Wai Kwok, Ziyang Dong, Kit Hang Brian Lee, Hing Choi Fu, Chim Lee Cheung
  • Publication number: 20230293253
    Abstract: Disclosed are systems and methods for biopsy, drainage, drug administration, electrode implantation and/or tumor ablation employing percutaneous procedures for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes, performed by inserting a needle or probe through the skin of patient towards target anatomy using a patient mounted robot.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 20, 2021
    Publication date: September 21, 2023
    Inventors: Ka Wai Kwok, Zhuoliang He, Ziyang Dong, Justin Di-Lang Ho, Ge Fang
  • Patent number: 11490975
    Abstract: MRI-guided robotics offers possibility for physicians to perform interventions remotely on confined anatomy. While the pathological and physiological changes could be visualized by high-contrast volumetric MRI scan during the procedure, robots promise improved navigation with added dexterity and precision. In cardiac catheterization, however, maneuvering a long catheter (1-2 meters) to the desired location and performing the therapy are still challenging. To meet this challenge, this invention presents an MRI-conditional catheter robotic system that integrates intra-op MRI, MR-based tracking units and enhanced visual guidance with catheter manipulation. This system differs fundamentally from existing master/slave catheter manipulation systems, of which the robotic manipulation is still challenging due to the very limited image guidance. This system provides a means of integrating intra-operative MR imaging and tracking to improve the performance of tele-operated robotic catheterization.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 22, 2017
    Date of Patent: November 8, 2022
    Assignee: VERSITECH LIMITED
    Inventors: Ka Wai Kwok, Ziyang Dong, Ziyan Guo, Kin Chung Denny Fu, Kit Hang Lee, Chim Lee Cheung
  • Publication number: 20210015558
    Abstract: A neurosurgical robotic system for bilateral stereotaxy that integrates intraoperative MRI guidance is provided. The robotic system can be implemented in regular diagnostic MRI facilities. Navigation for bilateral brain targets can be performed independently and simultaneously. The robotic system includes a plurality of manipulators, a needle guide (31), a needle (12) disposed within the needle guide (31); and a mounting base (39) with a plurality of screw holes for bone mounting.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 24, 2019
    Publication date: January 21, 2021
    Inventors: Ziyan GUO, Ka Wai KWOK, Ziyang DONG, Kit Hang, Brian LEE, Hing Choi FU, Chim Lee CHEUNG
  • Publication number: 20210007817
    Abstract: Systems and methods for an effective solution to MR safe actuation in all MRI-guided (robot-assisted) procedures are provided. The present integrated hydraulic transmission method or system uses piston-based cylinders (101,102,201,308(C1), 309(C2), 310(C3), 402, 501) to provide continuous bi-lateral rotation with unlimited range in an MRI environment. Positional and torque control can also be achieved.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 8, 2019
    Publication date: January 14, 2021
    Applicant: VERSITECH LIMITED
    Inventors: Ziyang DONG, Ka Wai KWOK, Ziyan GUO, Kit Hang, Brian LEE
  • Publication number: 20170367776
    Abstract: MRI-guided robotics offers possibility for physicians to perform interventions remotely on confined anatomy. While the pathological and physiological changes could be visualized by high-contrast volumetric MRI scan during the procedure, robots promise improved navigation with added dexterity and precision. In cardiac catheterization, however, maneuvering a long catheter (1-2 meters) to the desired location and performing the therapy are still challenging. To meet this challenge, this invention presents an MRI-conditional catheter robotic system that integrates intra-op MRI, MR-based tracking units and enhanced visual guidance with catheter manipulation. This system differs fundamentally from existing master/slave catheter manipulation systems, of which the robotic manipulation is still challenging due to the very limited image guidance. This system provides a means of integrating intra-operative MR imaging and tracking to improve the performance of tele-operated robotic catheterization.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 22, 2017
    Publication date: December 28, 2017
    Inventors: Ka Wai KWOK, Ziyang DONG, Ziyan GUO, Kin Chung Denny FU, Kit Hang LEE, Chim Lee CHEUNG