Apparatus for obtaining a body limb torque signal

Details Apparatus for obtaining a body limb torque signal Apparatus for obtaining a body limb torque signal

1989-01-31

1990-03-20

Sykes, Angela D.

Surgery

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128782, 33512, A61B 510

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049092626

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus utilizing a clamp mechanism for holding a rotating body limp. A mechanical arm is linked to the clamp mechanism and rotatably connects to a pivot member. The angular rotation of the mechanical arm about the pivot member is measured simultaneously with force exerted by the rotating body limb on the clamp mechanism. A strain gage is linked to the clamp mechanism to provide such force measurement.

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