The present invention relates to an endoscope having a motorized assembly to control the
distal end of an endoscope. Preferred embodiments can include disposable and reusable …

Robotic endoscopes have the potential to help endoscopists position tools during
procedures, to propel the endoscope to the desired position, to automate functions and to …

The assembly comprises an adjustable zero-moment support having an upper fitting and a
lower fitting configured together with an off-axis adjustment. The assembly may have an …

An adaptive blade for a laryngoscope includes a proximal end, a distal end, a first chain
arranged between the ends and composed of a plurality of chain links connected in pairs in …

An improved universal zero-moment support and adapter plate assembly is shown and
described. In one embodiment, the assembly comprises an adjustable zero-moment support …

(57) ABSTRACT A Surgical apparatus providing access to an underlying body cavity
through a tissue tract articulates a flexible Surgical object inserted therein. The Surgical …

A path-following robot, such as for creating a path to a target surgical site, includes a series
of interconnected elements including a lead element at one end thereof, and a plurality of …