Apparatus and method for positioning and moving a flexible eleme

Details Apparatus and method for positioning and moving a flexible eleme Apparatus and method for positioning and moving a flexible eleme

1995-02-13

1997-10-21

Mancene, Gene

Toilet

Toothpick

Having thread holder

132324, 132325, 132326, 132327, 600104, A61C 1500

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056785798

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus and method for positioning and moving a flexible element in space. The element is formed into a loop mounted on a pair of positioning handles. The loop, which may be a real or a virtual loop, is mounted on the two handles so as to be movable relative to the handles and to form a working segment of the element between corresponding one free end of the handles, each by one hand or both by the fingers (and thumb) of one hand, positions the working segment in space and manipulation of the loop moves the working segment relative to the handles. The apparatus and method find advantageous application in dental flossing devices, a laparoscopic surgical device or cutting or abrading devices, for example.

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