Robot for surgical applications

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2008-05-13

2008-05-13

Ip, Paul (Department: 2837)

Electricity: motive power systems

Positional servo systems

Program- or pattern-controlled systems

C318S568110, C128S899000, C180S009100, C104S138200

Reexamination Certificate

active

07372229

ABSTRACT:
The present invention provides a micro-robot for use inside the body during minimally-invasive surgery. The micro-robot includes an imaging devices, a manipulator, and in some embodiments a sensor.

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