INTERFACE BETWEEN USER AND LAPAROSCOPIC TOOLS

摘要

The laparoscopic tool interface comprises a frame attachable to an upper extremity of a user; a controller operatively connected to a laparoscopic tool and arranged for manipulation by a hand of a user; and, a mounting on the frame for the laparoscopic tool; and, wherein operating parts for tool position movements of the laparoscopic tool being separated from the controller and wherein a shaft of said laparoscopic tool not being coaxial with the upper extremity of said user and/or not being coaxial with said controller. The functions of positioning of the laparoscopic tool and operating the tool are separated. Movement of the upper extremity of the user and/or movement of a joint enable positioning of the tool to a preferred point and at the right orientation. The fingers of the user effect operational movement of the tool.

主权项

1. A laparoscopic tool interface comprising: a frame attachable to an upper extremity of a user; a controller operatively connected to a laparoscopic tool and arranged for manipulation by a hand of a user; and, a mounting on said frame for said laparoscopic tool; and, wherein operating parts for tool position movements of said laparoscopic tool being separated from said controller and wherein a shaft of said laparoscopic tool not being coaxial with said upper extremity of said user.