公开(公告)号：US09038942B2

公开(公告)日：2015-05-26

申请号：US13519901

申请日：2011-02-11

Applicant: Pratheev Sabaratnam Sreetharan ,  Robert J. Wood

Inventor： Pratheev Sabaratnam Sreetharan ,  Robert J. Wood

IPC: B64C33/02 ,  B64C33/00 ,  B64C39/02

CPC classification number: B64C33/02 ,  B64C33/00 ,  B64C39/028 ,  B64C2201/025 ,  Y10T74/18928 ,  Y10T74/18968

Abstract: A passively torque-balanced device includes (a) a frame; (b) a drivetrain including a drive actuator mounted to the frame and configured for reciprocating displacement, an input platform configured for displacement by the drive actuator, a plurality of rigid links, including a proximate link and remote links, wherein the rigid links are collectively mounted to the frame, and a plurality of joints joining the rigid links and providing a plurality of non-fully actuated degrees of freedom for displacement of the rigid links, the plurality of joints including a fulcrum joint that is joined both to the input platform and to the proximate rigid link; and (c) at least two end effectors respectively coupled with the remote links and configured for displacement without full actuation.

Abstract translation: 无源扭矩平衡装置包括（a）框架; （b）传动系统，其包括安装到所述框架并被构造成用于往复运动的驱动致动器，构造成用于由所述驱动致动器移位的输入平台，包括邻近链节和远程链节的多个刚性连杆，其中所述刚性连杆集体 安装到框架上的多个接头以及连接刚性连杆并且提供多个非完全致动的刚性连杆的移动自由度的多个接头，所述多个接头包括支撑接头，其连接到输入平台和 到邻近的刚性连接; 和（c）至少两个末端执行器，其分别与远程链节联接并被配置为在没有完全致动的情况下进行位移。

公开(公告)号：US20120292438A1

公开(公告)日：2012-11-22

申请号：US13519901

申请日：2011-02-11

Applicant: Pratheev Sabaratnam Sreetharan ,  Robert J. Wood

Inventor： Pratheev Sabaratnam Sreetharan ,  Robert J. Wood

IPC: B64C33/02 ,  F16H21/44

CPC classification number: B64C33/02 ,  B64C33/00 ,  B64C39/028 ,  B64C2201/025 ,  Y10T74/18928 ,  Y10T74/18968

Abstract: A passively torque-balanced device includes (a) a frame; (b) a drivetrain including a drive actuator mounted to the frame and configured for reciprocating displacement, an input platform configured for displacement by the drive actuator, a plurality of rigid links, including a proximate link and remote links, wherein the rigid links are collectively mounted to the frame, and a plurality of joints joining the rigid links and providing a plurality of non-fully actuated degrees of freedom for displacement of the rigid links, the plurality of joints including a fulcrum joint that is joined both to the input platform and to the proximate rigid link; and (c) at least two end effectors respectively coupled with the remote links and configured for displacement without full actuation.

Abstract translation: 无源扭矩平衡装置包括（a）框架; （b）传动系统，其包括安装到所述框架并被构造成用于往复运动的驱动致动器，构造成用于由所述驱动致动器移位的输入平台，包括邻近链节和远程链节的多个刚性连杆，其中所述刚性连杆集体 安装到框架上的多个接头以及连接刚性连杆并且提供多个非完全致动的刚性连杆的移动自由度的多个接头，所述多个接头包括支撑接头，其连接到输入平台和 到邻近的刚性连接; 和（c）至少两个末端执行器，其分别与远程链节联接并被配置为在没有完全致动的情况下进行位移。

公开(公告)号：US08890489B2

公开(公告)日：2014-11-18

申请号：US13102108

申请日：2011-05-06

Applicant: Robert J. Wood

Inventor： Robert J. Wood

IPC: H02J7/00 ,  H02J7/34

CPC classification number: H02J7/0065 ,  H02J7/345

Abstract: A handheld device includes an electronic instrument and a capacitive power supply for storing and delivering power to the electronic instrument. The capacitive power supply includes at least one capacitor, and an electronic circuit operable to boost a voltage from the capacitor to a higher voltage for use by the electronic instrument. The capacitive power supply can be rapidly recharged.

Abstract translation: 手持设备包括电子仪器和用于存储和传送电力给电子仪器的电容电源。 电容性电源包括至少一个电容器和可操作以将来自电容器的电压升高到较高电压以供电子仪器使用的电子电路。 容性电源可以快速充电。

公开(公告)号：US08316719B2

公开(公告)日：2012-11-27

申请号：US12945014

申请日：2010-11-12

Applicant: Carmel S. Majidi ,  Robert J. Wood ,  Phillippe Bérard ,  Yong-Lae Park

Inventor： Carmel S. Majidi ,  Robert J. Wood ,  Phillippe Bérard ,  Yong-Lae Park

IPC: G01L9/02

CPC classification number: G01L1/205 ,  A61B5/11 ,  A61B5/6892 ,  A61B2562/0247 ,  G01L1/02

Abstract: A pressure sensor for measuring the location and intensity of an applied pressure, including an elastomeric sheet; and a plurality of micro-channels embedded in the elastomeric sheet.

Abstract translation: 一种压力传感器，用于测量所施加的压力的位置和强度，包括弹性片; 以及嵌入在弹性片中的多个微通道。

公开(公告)号：US20120238914A1

公开(公告)日：2012-09-20

申请号：US13350031

申请日：2012-01-13

Applicant: Eugene C. Goldfield ,  Robert J. Wood ,  Radhika Nagpal ,  Chih-Han Yu ,  Leia A. Stirling ,  Elliot Saltzman ,  Dava Newman

Inventor： Eugene C. Goldfield ,  Robert J. Wood ,  Radhika Nagpal ,  Chih-Han Yu ,  Leia A. Stirling ,  Elliot Saltzman ,  Dava Newman

IPC: A61B5/103 ,  A61H9/00

CPC classification number: A61F5/0104 ,  A61B5/11 ,  A61B5/4528 ,  A61B5/6804 ,  A61B5/6828 ,  A61B2562/0219 ,  A61F5/012 ,  A61F2005/0155

Abstract: An actively controlled orthotic device includes active components that dynamically change the structural characteristics of the orthotic device according to the orientation and locomotion of the corresponding body part, or according to the changing needs of the subject over a period of use. Accordingly, the orthotic device can be effectively employed to provide locomotion assistance, gait rehabilitation, and gait training. Similarly, the orthotic device may be applied to the wrist, elbow, torso, or any other body part. The active components may be actuated to effectively transmit force to a body part, such as a limb, to assist with movement when desired. Additionally or alternatively, the active components may also be actuated to provide support of varying rigidity for the corresponding body part.

Abstract translation: 主动控制的矫正装置包括根据相应身体部位的取向和运动，或者根据使用期间对象的不断变化的需要动态地改变矫形装置的结构特征的活动部件。 因此，可以有效地使用矫形装置来提供运动辅助，步态康复和步态训练。 类似地，矫正装置可以应用于手腕，肘部，躯干或任何其他身体部位。 可以致动有源部件以有效地将力传递到身体部分，例如肢体，以在需要时辅助移动。 附加地或替代地，活动部件也可以被致动以为对应的身体部分提供变化的刚度的支撑。

公开(公告)号：US06866400B2

公开(公告)日：2005-03-15

申请号：US09249922

申请日：1999-02-12

Applicant: Robert J. Wood ,  Lorand Ernyey ,  John Harkins

Inventor： Robert J. Wood ,  Lorand Ernyey ,  John Harkins

IPC: F21L4/00 ,  H01J61/18 ,  H01J61/90

CPC classification number: H01J61/90 ,  F21L4/00 ,  H01J61/18

Abstract: A hand-held flashlight comprising a metal halide arc lamp operating between 8 and 22 watts. The lamp has an arc gap of between 0.7 and 1.4 mm and a color temperature at or above 5000° Kelvin. The lamp contains a fill gas including mercury and indium in percentages to produce a point source of white light capable of penetrating dense smoke and fog. The flashlight includes a reflector containing the arc lamp and providing a collimated beam of high intensity white light. The flashlight includes a circuit for providing a high starting voltage to the lamp and a lower operating voltage after sustaining the lamp. The circuit includes a battery, a ballast, and a microprocessor for monitoring the lamp and the battery. The microprocessor provides a discernible output signal indicative of the lamp on-time and battery voltage. The microprocessor controls the application of the starting voltage from the ballast to the lamp to prevent misstarting of the lamp.

Abstract translation: 一种手持式手电筒，包括工作在8瓦和22瓦之间的金属卤化物电弧灯。 灯具有0.7至1.4mm的电弧间隙和等于或高于5000°开尔文的色温。 该灯含有包括汞和铟的填充气体，其百分比用于产生能够渗透致密烟雾和雾的白光点源。 手电筒包括一个包含弧光灯的反射器，并提供高强度白光的准直光束。 手电筒包括用于在灯持续之后提供高启动电压到灯的电路和较低的工作电压。 电路包括电池，镇流器和用于监视灯和电池的微处理器。 微处理器提供指示灯的导通时间和电池电压的可辨别的输出信号。 微处理器控制从镇流器到灯的启动电压的应用，以防止灯的错误启动。

公开(公告)号：US5717806A

公开(公告)日：1998-02-10

申请号：US535651

申请日：1995-09-28

Applicant: Michael J. Pileski ,  Robert J. Wood ,  Connie R. Walts

Inventor： Michael J. Pileski ,  Robert J. Wood ,  Connie R. Walts

IPC: A61B1/07 ,  G02B6/38 ,  G02B6/40 ,  G02B6/42 ,  G02B6/06

CPC classification number: A61B1/07 ,  A61B1/00117 ,  G02B6/403 ,  G02B6/4298 ,  A61B1/0669 ,  G02B6/3834 ,  G02B6/3851 ,  G02B6/3863

Abstract: A fiber optic light cable can transmit light from one or more of multiple light originating areas to a light issuing end of the light cable. A main bundle of optic fibers extends from the light issuing end (or cross-sectional area) of the light cable to a bundle junction area of the light cable. At this bundle junction area, the individual fibers are split into at least two bundle segments. The positions of all the individual fibers of the multiple segments are approximately randomized in the main bundle so that by the time they reach the light issuing end (or cross-sectional area) of the light cable, they are approximately random in position with respect to one another. This produces a generally consistent light spread regardless of which light originating area is illuminated. The light cable can be employed in conjunction with a light box having two or more lamps so that when one burns out, another may be quickly activated to continue illumination at the distal end of the tool. Alternatively, multiple lamps may be operated simultaneously to increase illumination.

Abstract translation: 光纤光缆可以将来自多个发光区域中的一个或多个的光透射到光缆的发光端。 主要的光纤束从光缆的发光端（或横截面积）延伸到光缆的束结区域。 在该束结区域，各个纤维被分成至少两个束段。 多个片段的所有单个纤维的位置在主束中近似随机化，使得当它们到达光缆的发光端（或横截面积）时，它们相对于 另一个。 无论哪个光源区域被照亮，都会产生大致一致的光照。 光缆可以与具有两个或更多个灯的灯箱结合使用，使得当一个烧坏时，另一个可以被快速地激活以在工具的远端继续照明。 或者，可以同时操作多个灯以增加照明。

公开(公告)号：US5702345A

公开(公告)日：1997-12-30

申请号：US508672

申请日：1995-07-28

Applicant: Robert J. Wood ,  Michael J. Pileski ,  Gregory E. Pasik

Inventor： Robert J. Wood ,  Michael J. Pileski ,  Gregory E. Pasik

IPC: A61B1/04 ,  A61B1/05 ,  A61B1/313

CPC classification number: A61B1/04 ,  A61B1/05 ,  A61B1/313

Abstract: A laparoscope is constructed with a plug-in module containing video processing circuitry and coupled through a flexible umbilical to a rigid or partly rigid insertion tube that contains a miniature video camera. A fiber optic bundle for illumination has a bifurcated proximal end with two portions each terminating in respective sleeves that project from the module. The sleeve projects from the module. The sleeves position the illumination bundle portions at the focussed spot of light produced by respective low-power metal halide discharge lamps. A rotary vane shutter is servo controlled to limit the amount of light entering the fiber optic bundle so that the monitor video picture is kept at a constant level. The metal sleeve for the fiber optic bundle ends serve as grounding elements, and are coupled by a grounding pigtail within the module to a ground conductor in the umbilical. A test opening with a threaded plug serves as a pressure test port.

Abstract translation: 腹腔镜构造有一个包含视频处理电路的插件模块，并通过柔性脐带耦合到包含微型摄像机的刚性或部分刚性插入管。 用于照明的光纤束具有分叉的近端，两个部分各自终止于从模块突出的相应套筒中。 套筒从模块中投射。 袖子将照明束部分定位在由各个低功率金属卤化物放电灯产生的光的聚焦点处。 旋转叶片快门被伺服控制以限制进入光纤束的光量，使得监视器视频图像保持在恒定水平。 用于光纤束的金属套管端部用作接地元件，并通过模块内的接地尾纤耦合到脐带中的接地导体。 具有螺纹塞的测试开口用作压力测试端口。

公开(公告)号：US5379756A

公开(公告)日：1995-01-10

申请号：US943930

申请日：1992-09-11

Applicant: Michael J. Pileski ,  Robert J. Wood

Inventor： Michael J. Pileski ,  Robert J. Wood

IPC: A61B1/04 ,  A61B1/05 ,  A61B1/313 ,  G02B23/24 ,  A61B1/06

CPC classification number: A61B1/00096 ,  A61B1/00101 ,  A61B1/05 ,  A61B1/313

Abstract: A video laparoscope has a miniature video camera disposed at the distal end of its insertion tube. A removably installed tubular lens cell contains one or more focussing lenses. The lens cell has a male-threaded first end and a second end on which is formed a radial flange of a predetermined diameter. A tubular lens retainer canister is fixedly mounted in the distal end of the insertion tube, and has an outer distal portion with a diameter to match the diameter of the flange. A sealing portion adjacent to this has a smaller diameter, and biases against an O-ring or similar sealing member. A female-threaded proximal portion is screwed into the male-threaded first portion of the lens cell.

Abstract translation: 视频腹腔镜具有设置在其插管的远端的微型摄像机。 可拆卸地安装的管状透镜单元包含一个或多个聚焦透镜。 透镜单元具有阳螺纹的第一端和第二端，在其上形成有预定直径的径向凸缘。 管状透镜保持筒固定地安装在插入管的远端中，并且具有直径与凸缘的直径相匹配的外部远端部分。 与此相邻的密封部分具有较小的直径，并且偏压O形环或类似的密封构件。 内螺纹的近端部分被拧入透镜单元的阳螺纹的第一部分。

公开(公告)号：US4941454A

公开(公告)日：1990-07-17

申请号：US417554

申请日：1989-10-05

Applicant: Robert J. Wood ,  Earl H. Slee ,  Gregory E. Pasik ,  Michael J. Pileski

Inventor： Robert J. Wood ,  Earl H. Slee ,  Gregory E. Pasik ,  Michael J. Pileski

IPC: A61B1/005

CPC classification number: A61B1/00039 ,  A61B1/0016 ,  A61B1/0052

Abstract: This invention involves a cable bendable borescope in which opposing cable pairs are displaced to deflect the tip of the borescope in the perpendicular planes of motion. A servo motor is connected to each pair of actuating cables to selectively displace one or the other in accordance with the rotation of the servo motor. A control circuit for rotating the servo motors has a pulse generation network and a modulator circuit for modulating the pulse width to control the degree of rotation of the servo motors. A joystick type of actuator for the control circuit creates a change in variable potentiometers for the two directions of motion of the joystick which, in turn, causes the control circuit to rotate the servo motors for the corresponding plane of motion to produce the desired deflection of the tip of the borescope insertion tube. Tension control, centering and component compensation circuits are provided to limit stress on the cables. The servo motors are slidably mounted on a track with spring anchors to the frame chosen to allow the entire assembly to move to limit tension in the actuating cables to a predetermined amount.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及一种电缆可弯曲的管状内窥镜，其中相对的电缆对被移位以使管道镜的顶端在垂直的运动平面中偏转。 伺服电动机连接到每对致动电缆，以根据伺服电动机的旋转选择性地移动一个或另一个。 用于旋转伺服电动机的控制电路具有用于调制脉冲宽度以控制伺服电动机的旋转程度的脉冲发生网络和调制器电路。 用于控制电路的操纵杆类型的致动器为操纵杆的两个运动方向产生可变电位器的变化，这又导致控制电路使伺服电动机转动用于相应的运动平面，从而产生期望的 管孔插管的尖端。 提供张力控制，定心和元件补偿电路，以限制电缆上的应力。 伺服电动机可滑动地安装在轨道上，弹簧锚定器被选择成允许整个组件移动以将致动电缆中的张力限制到预定量。