Patent ID: 8833197
Filing Date: 2014-09-16
Classification: A61B,B25J,F16B,Y10S,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A steerable multi-linked device comprising: a first multi-linked mechanism; a second multi-linked mechanism and a plurality of steering cables connected to the second multi-linked mechanism; wherein the second multi-linked mechanism concentrically surrounds the first multi-linked mechanism, wherein the second multi-linked mechanism comprises a plurality of links, wherein at least one of the plurality of links comprises a reinforcing member that surrounds at least a portion of the link, wherein at least a portion of the reinforcing member extends from a first end of the link toward a joint positioned between the link and an adjacent link wherein the reinforcing member has a wall thickness that limits a range of motion of the joint, wherein the reinforcing member is configured to reduce stress on the at least one of the plurality of links of the second multi-linked mechanism when tension is applied to the plurality of steering cables.