巴西专利BR112019027043A2 surgical drive shaft assemblies with slip ring assemblies that form capacitive channels

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The present invention relates to a surgical drive shaft assembly that includes a slip ring assembly. The slip ring assembly has a first connector, a first conductor mounted on the first connector, and a first water-impermeable insulating layer on the first conductor. The slip ring assembly has a second rotating connector in relation to the first connector, a second conductor mounted on the second connector, and a second water-impermeable insulating layer on the second conductor. The slip ring assembly also has a dielectric layer located between the first water-impermeable insulating layer and the second water-impermeable insulating layer. The first conductor and the second conductor are configured to form a capacitive channel between them.
公开号:BR112019027043A2
申请号:R112019027043-4
申请日:2018-05-24
公开日:2020-06-30
发明作者:David C. Yates；Frederick E. Shelton Iv
申请人:Ethicon Llc；
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[0001] [0001] The present invention relates to surgical instruments and, in various circumstances, surgical instruments for stapling and cutting, and staple cartridges for them, which are designed for stapling and cutting fabrics. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
[0002] [0002] On a powered surgical cutting and stapling instrument, it can be useful to measure the position and speed of a cutting member at an initial time or index to control speed. Measuring position or speed over a first time or predetermined displacement can be useful for assessing tissue thickness and adjusting the speed of the remaining stroke based on such a comparison with respect to a limit.
[0003] [0003] Although several devices have been produced and used, it is believed that no one before the inventors made or used the device described in the attached claims. SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[0004] [0004] A drive shaft assembly is useful with a surgical instrument. The drive shaft assembly defines a longitudinal geometry axis that extends longitudinally through the drive shaft assembly. The drive shaft assembly includes a proximal drive shaft portion that includes a first sensor and a second sensor. The drive shaft assembly also includes a distal drive shaft portion that rotates about the longitudinal geometric axis and in relation to the proximal drive shaft portion. The distal drive shaft portion includes a housing, a first rotating magnet with the housing, a rotary clutch assembly relative to the housing to transition the drive shaft assembly between an engaged state and a disengaged state of articulation, and a second rotating magnet with the clutch assembly. The drive shaft assembly additionally includes a control circuit configured to detect a transition from the engaged state of articulation to the disengaged state of articulation based on output signals from the first sensor and the second sensor.
[0005] [0005] A drive shaft assembly is useful with a surgical instrument. The drive shaft assembly defines a longitudinal geometry axis that extends longitudinally through the drive shaft assembly. The drive shaft assembly includes a proximal drive shaft portion that includes a first sensor and a second sensor. The drive shaft assembly also includes a distal drive shaft portion that rotates about the longitudinal geometric axis and in relation to the proximal drive shaft portion. The distal drive shaft portion includes a housing, a first rotating magnet with the housing, a rotary clutch assembly relative to the housing to transition the drive shaft assembly between an engaged state and a disengaged state of articulation, and a second rotating magnet with the clutch assembly. The drive shaft assembly additionally includes a control circuit configured to detect a transition from the engaged state of articulation to the disengaged state of articulation based on relative rotational positions of the distal drive shaft portion of the drive shaft assembly and the clutch assembly.
[0006] [0006] A drive shaft assembly is useful with a surgical instrument. The drive shaft assembly defines a longitudinal geometry axis that extends longitudinally through the drive shaft assembly. The drive shaft assembly includes a proximal drive shaft portion that includes a first sensor configured to generate a first output signal and a second sensor configured to generate a second output signal. The drive shaft assembly also includes a distal drive shaft portion. The distal drive shaft portion includes a rotary clutch assembly with the distal drive shaft portion around the longitudinal axis and in relation to the proximal drive shaft portion. The clutch assembly is additionally rotatable with respect to the distal drive shaft portion to transition the drive shaft assembly between an engaged articulation state and an articulated disengaged state. Rotating the clutch assembly with the distal drive shaft portion changes the first output signal. The rotation of the clutch assembly in relation to the distal drive shaft portion alters the second output signal. The drive shaft set also includes a control circuit in electrical communication with the first sensor and the second sensor, where the control circuit is configured to detect a change in the second output signal occurring without a corresponding change in the first output signal, and in which the detected change indicates a transition between the engaged state of articulation and the disengaged state of articulation.
[0007] [0007] A surgical instrument includes a surgical end actuator, a control circuit and a set of connectors. The connector set includes a first connector comprising a first conductor electrically coupled to the surgical end actuator, and a second connector comprising a second conductor separate from the first conductor, where the second conductor is electrically coupled to the control, in which the first co-
[0008] [0008] A surgical instrument includes a surgical end actuator, a power source and a set of connectors. The connector set includes a first connector comprising a first conductor electrically coupled to the surgical end actuator, and a second connector comprising a second conductor separate from the first conductor, wherein the second conductor is electrically coupled to a source of energy, in which the first connector is rotatable in relation to the second connector, in which the first conductor is capacitively coupled to the second conductor, defining a capacitive channel between them to transmit energy from the energy source to the end actuator. FIGURES
[0009] [0009] The innovative features of the various aspects described here are presented with particularity in the attached claims. Several aspects, however, both in relation to the organization and the methods of operation, can be better understood by reference to the following description, taken in conjunction with the attached drawings as follows:
[0010] [0010] Figure 1 is a perspective view of a surgical instrument that has a set of drive axes and an end actuator according to one or more aspects of the present disclosure.
[0011] [0011] Figure 2 is an exploded view of a portion of the surgical instrument of Figure 1, according to an aspect of this disclosure.
[0012] [0012] Figure 3 is an exploded perspective view of an end actuator of the surgical instrument of Figure 1, according to an aspect of this disclosure.
[0013] [0013] Figure 4 is a perspective view of an RF cartridge and an elongated channel adapted for use with the RF cartridge in accordance with an aspect of the present disclosure.
[0014] [0014] Figure 5 is a view of the exploded set of portions of the interchangeable drive shaft assembly of the surgical instrument of Figure 1, according to one aspect of this disclosure.
[0015] [0015] Figure 6 is another view of the exploded set of portions of the interchangeable drive shaft assembly of Figure 1, according to an aspect of this disclosure.
[0016] [0016] Figure 7 is a cross-sectional view of a portion of the interchangeable drive shaft assembly of Figure 1, according to an aspect of this disclosure.
[0017] [0017] Figure 8 is a perspective view of a portion of the drive shaft assembly of Figure 1, with the switching cylinder omitted for the sake of clarity.
[0018] [0018] Figure 9 is another perspective view of the portion of the interchangeable drive shaft assembly of Figure 1, with the switching cylinder mounted on it.
[0019] [0019] Figure 10 is a partial sectional perspective view of a slip ring assembly according to an aspect of this disclosure.
[0020] [0020] Figure 11 is a cross-sectional view of a portion of the slide ring assembly of Figure 10, according to an aspect of this disclosure.
[0021] [0021] Figure 12 is a cross-sectional view of a portion of the slip ring assembly according to an aspect of this disclosure.
[0022] [0022] Figure 13 is a block diagram of a surgical instrument circuit, which illustrates the interfaces between a control circuit, a power supply, a slip ring assembly and an end actuator according to one aspect of this revelation. DESCRIPTION
[0023] [0023] The applicant for this application holds the following US patent applications, which were filed on the same date as this application and which are each incorporated by reference in their respective totalities: - US patent application serial number, entitled ARTICULATION STATE DETECTION MECHANISMS; Attorney document number END8176USNP / 170049; - US patent application serial number, entitled
[0024] [0024] Certain aspects are shown and described to provide an understanding of the structure, function, manufacture and use of the revealed devices and methods. The features shown or described in one example can be combined with the features in other examples and modifications and variations are within the scope of this disclosure.
[0025] [0025] The terms "proximal" and "distal" are with reference to a doctor who handles the handle of the surgical instrument, where the term "proximal" refers to the portion closest to the doctor and the term "distal" refers to to the portion located farthest from the doctor. For convenience, the spatial terms "vertical", "horizontal", "up" and "down" used in connection with the drawings are not intended to be limiting and / or absolute, because surgical instruments can be used in many guidelines and positions.
[0026] [0026] The terms "understands" (and any form of understanding, such as "understands" and "that understands"), "has" (and any form of has, such as "has" and "that has"), " includes "(and any form of includes, such as" includes "and" which includes ") and" contains "(and any form of contains, such as" contains "and" which contains ") are unrestricted linking verbs. As a result, a surgical system, device or apparatus that "comprises", "has", "includes" or "contains" one or more elements has those one or more elements, but is not limited to having only those one or more elements. Likewise, an element of a surgical system, device or apparatus that "comprises", "has", "includes" or "contains" one or more resources has those one or more resources, but is not limited to having only those one or more features.
[0027] [0027] Exemplary devices and methods are provided for performing laparoscopic and minimally invasive surgical procedures. Such devices and methods, however, can be used in other surgical procedures and applications including open surgical procedures, for example. Surgical instruments can be inserted through a natural orifice or through an incision or perforation formed in the tissue. The functional portions or portions of the instrument's end actuator can be inserted directly into the body or via an access device that has a functional channel through which the end actuator and the elongated drive shaft can be advanced. surgical instrument.
[0028] [0028] Figures 1 to 9 represent a surgical instrument powered by motor 10 for cutting and fixation that may or may not be reused. In the illustrated examples, the surgical instrument 10 includes a compartment 12 that comprises a handle assembly 14 that is configured to be picked up, manipulated and actuated by the physician. The compartment 12 is configured for operational fixation to an interchangeable drive shaft assembly 200 that has an end actuator 300 operationally coupled to it that is configured to perform one or more surgical tasks or procedures. According to the present description, various forms of interchangeable drive shaft assemblies can be effectively used in connection with robotically controlled surgical systems. The term "compartment" can encompass a compartment or similar portion of a robotic system that houses or otherwise operationally supports at least one drive system configured to generate and apply at least one control movement that can be used to drive the sets of drive shaft. The term "structure" can refer to a portion of a hand held surgical instrument. The term "structure" can also represent a portion of a robotically controlled surgical instrument and / or a portion of the robotic system that can be used to operationally control the surgical instrument. The interchangeable drive shaft assemblies disclosed herein can be used with various robotic systems, instruments, components and methods disclosed in US Patent No. 9,072,535, entitled SURGICAL STAPLING INSTRUMENTS WITH ROTATABLE STAPLE DEPLOYMENT ARRANGEMERNTS, which is incorporated herein by reference , in its entirety.
[0029] [0029] Figure 1 is a perspective view of a surgical instrument 10 that has an interchangeable drive shaft assembly 200 operatively coupled thereto, according to an aspect of this disclosure. Housing 12 includes an end actuator 300 comprising a surgical cutting and clamping device configured to operationally support a surgical staple cartridge 304 in it. Enclosure 12 can be configured for use in connection with interchangeable drive shaft assemblies that include end actuators that are adapted to support different sizes and types of clamp cartridges, and that have different lengths, drive shaft sizes and types. Enclosure 12 can be used effectively with a variety of interchangeable drive shaft assemblies including assemblies configured to apply other movements and forms of energy such as radio frequency (RF) energy, ultrasonic energy and / or movement to end actuator arrangements adapted for use in various applications and surgical procedures. End actuators, drive shaft assemblies, cables, surgical instruments and / or surgical instrument systems can use any suitable fastener, or fasteners, to fasten tissue. For example, a fastener cartridge comprising a plurality of fasteners stored therein removably can be inserted removably into and / or attached to the end actuator of a drive shaft assembly.
[0030] [0030] The handle assembly 14 may comprise a pair of interconnectable segments of cable compartment 16 and 18 interconnected by screws, push-in elements, adhesive, etc. The cable compartment segments 16, 18 cooperate to form a portion of the pistol grip 19 that can be handled and manipulated by the physician. The handle assembly 14 operationally supports a plurality of drive systems configured to generate and apply control movements to the corresponding portions of the exchangeable drive shaft assembly that is operationally attached to it.
[0031] [0031] Figure 2 illustrates an exploded view of a portion of the ultrasonic surgical instrument 10 of Figure 1, according to an aspect of this disclosure. The handle assembly 14 may include a frame 20 that operationally supports a plurality of drive systems. The frame 20 can optionally support a "first" drive system or closing drive system 30, which can apply closing and opening movements to the interchangeable drive shaft assembly 200. The closing drive system 30 may include an actuator such as a closing trigger 32 pivotally supported by frame 20. The closing trigger 32 is pivotally coupled to the handle assembly 14 by a pivot pin 33 to allow the closing trigger 32 be handled by a doctor. When the physician holds the pistol grip portion 19 of the grip assembly 14, the closing trigger 32 can pivot from an initial or "not acted" position to an "acted" position and, more particularly, to a completely compressed or completely actuated.
[0032] [0032] The handle assembly 14 and the structure 20 can operationally support a trigger drive system 80 configured to apply trigger movements to the corresponding portions of the interchangeable drive shaft assembly fixed to it. The firing drive system 80 may employ an electric motor 82 located in the pistol grip portion 19 of the grip assembly 14. Electric motor 82 can be a
[0033] [0033] The electric motor 82 can include a rotary drive shaft (not shown), which, in an operational way, interfaces with a gear reducer assembly 84 mounted on coupling coupling with a set or rack, of teeth drive 122 on a longitudinally movable drive member 120. The longitudinally movable drive member 120 has a drive tooth rack 122 formed thereon for coupling input with a corresponding drive gear 86 of the gear reducer assembly gear 84.
[0034] [0034] In use, a voltage polarity provided by the power supply 90 can operate the electric motor 82 clockwise, in which the voltage polarity applied to the electric motor by the battery can
[0035] [0035] The activation of the electric motor 82 can be controlled by a trigger trigger 130 that is pivotally supported on the handle assembly 14. The trigger trigger 130 can be pivoted between an unacted position and an acted position .
[0036] [0036] Returning to Figure 1, the interchangeable drive shaft assembly 200 includes an end actuator 300 comprising an elongated groove 302 configured to operationally support a surgical staple cartridge
[0037] [0037] Returning to Figure 1, the closing tube 260 is moved distally (direction "DD") to close the anvil 306, for example, in response to the action of the closing trigger 32 in the manner described in the previously mentioned reference publication of patent application No. 2014/0263541. Anvil 306 is opened by means of the proximal translation of the closing tube 260. In the open position of the anvil, the closing tube 260 of the drive shaft is moved to its proximal position.
[0038] [0038] Figure 3 is an exploded view of an aspect of an end actuator 300 of the surgical instrument 10 of Figure 1, according to one or more aspects of the present disclosure. End actuator 300 may include anvil 306 and surgical staple cartridge 304. In this non-limiting example, anvil 306 is coupled to an elongated groove 302. For example, openings 199 can be defined in elongated groove 302, which can receive pins 152 extending from the anvil 306 and enable the anvil 306 to pivot from an open position to a closed position in relation to the elongated groove 302 and the surgical staple cartridge 304. A firing bar 172 is configured to if it travels longitudinally into the interior of the end actuator 300. The firing bar 172 can be constructed in a solid section or, in several examples, it can include a laminated material comprising, for example, a stack of steel plates. The firing bar 172 comprises an E-profile rod 178 and a cutting edge 182 at a distal end thereof. In many ways, the rod with an E profile can be called a rod with an | profile. A distally designed end of the firing bar 172 can be attached to the rod element with an E 178 profile in any suitable way and can, among other things, assist in spacing the anvil 306 from a 304 staple cartridge positioned on the elongated pen 302, when the anvil 306 is in the closed position. The E 178 profile rod can also include a sharp cutting edge 182, which can be used to separate tissue, as the E 178 profile rod is distally advanced by the firing bar
[0039] [0039] The rod with E 178 profile can include upper pins 180 that engage the anvil 306 during firing. The E-profile rod 178 can include medium pins 184 and a base 186 that can engage various portions of the cartridge body 194, the cartridge tray 196 and the elongated groove 302. When a surgical staple cartridge 304 is positioned inside the elongated groove 302, a slot 193 defined in the cartridge body 194 can be aligned with a longitudinal slot 197 defined in the cartridge tray 196 and a slot 189 defined in the elongated channel 302. During use, the rod with E 178 profile can slide through the aligned longitudinal slots 193, 197 and 189, where, as shown in Figure 3, the bottom base 186 of the E 178 profile rod can engage a groove that extends through the bottom surface of the elongated channel 302 along the length of the slot 189, where the middle pins 184 can engage the top surfaces of the cartridge tray 196 along the length of the longitudinal slot 197, and the upper pins 180 can engage on the anvil to 306. Under these circumstances, the E-profile rod 178 can space or limit the relative movement between the anvil 306 and the surgical staple cartridge 304, while the firing bar 172 is moved distally in order to fire the staples from the 304 staple cartridge and / or make an incision in the tissue captured between the anvil 306 and the 304 staple cartridge. Therefore, the firing bar 172 and the E-profile rod 178 can be retracted proximally allowing the anvil 306 is opened to release the two pieces of fabric, stapled and cut.
[0040] [0040] With reference to Figure 4, in at least one arrangement, an interchangeable drive shaft assembly can be used in connection with an RF 1700 cartridge, as well as a surgical clamp / fastener cartridge.
[0041] [0041] The RF 1700 surgical cartridge includes a 1710 cartridge body that is sized and shaped to be received in a removable way and supported in the elongated groove 1602. For example, the 1710 cartridge body can be configured to be removable retained in pressure engagement with the elongated groove 1602. In at least one aspect, the cartridge body 1710 includes an elongated centrally arranged slot 1712 that extends longitudinally through the cartridge body to accommodate the longitudinal stroke of a knife through of the same.
[0042] [0042] The cartridge body 1710 is formed with a centrally arranged high electrode pad 1720. The elongated slot 1712 extends through the center of the electrode pad 1720 and serves to split the pad 1720 into a pad segment 1720L and a 1720R right cushion segment. A right flexible circuit assembly 1730R is attached to the right cushion segment 1720R and a left flexible circuit assembly 1730L is attached to the left cushion segment 1720L. In at least one arrangement, for example, the straight flexible circuit 1730R comprises a plurality of 1732R wires which may include, for example, wider wires / conductors for RF purposes and thinner wires for consistent stapling purposes that are supported or fixed or embedded in a 1734R right insulating sheath / member that is fixed to the 1720R right cushion. In addition, the 1730R right flexible circuit assembly includes a 1736R "first phase" proximal right electrode and a 1738R "second phase" distal right electrode. Likewise, the left flexible loop assembly 1730L comprises a plurality of 1732L wires that can include, for example, wider wires / conductors for RF purposes and thinner wires for conventional stapling purposes that are supported or secured or embedded in a 1734L left insulating member / sheath that is attached to the left 1720L cushion. In addition, the 1730L left flexible circuit assembly includes a 1736L proximal left "first phase" electrode and a 1738L distal left "second phase" electrode. The left and right wires 1732L, 1732R are attached to a separate integrated microcircuit 1740 mounted on the distal end portion of the cartridge body 1710.
[0043] [0043] The elongated channel 1602 includes a channel circuit
[0044] [0044] Figure 5 is another view of the exploded set of portions of the interchangeable drive shaft assembly 200, according to an aspect of this disclosure. The interchangeable drive shaft assembly 200 includes a firing member 220 that is supported to perform axial displacement within a central column
[0045] [0045] In addition to the above, the drive shaft assembly 200 includes a clutch assembly 400 that can be configured to selectively and releasably couple the actuating actuator 230 to the firing member 220. In one form, the clutch assembly 400 comprises a collar or locking sleeve 402 positioned around the firing member 220, in which the locking sleeve 402 can be rotated between an engaged position, in which the locking sleeve locking 402 couples the hinge actuator 230 to the firing member 220, and a disengaged position, in which the hinge actuator 230 is not operably coupled to the firing member 220. When the locking sleeve 402 is in position engaged, the distal movement of the firing member 220 can move the hinge actuator 230 distally, and correspondingly, the proximal movement of the firing member 220 can move the hinge actuator 230 proximally. When the locking sleeve 402 is in its disengaged position, the movement of the firing member 220 is not transmitted to the hinge actuator 230 and, as a result, the firing member 220 can move independently of the hinge actuator 230.
[0046] [0046] The locking sleeve 402 can comprise a cylindrical, or at least substantially cylindrical body, which includes a longitudinal opening 403 defined therein, configured to receive the firing member 220. The locking sleeve 402 can comprise diametrically opposite locking protrusions facing inwards 404 and a locking member facing outwards 406. Locking protrusions 404 can be configured to be selectively engaged with firing member 220. More particularly, when locking sleeve 402 is in its engaged position, the locking protrusions 404 are positioned within a drive notch 224 defined in the trigger member 220, so that a distal pushing force and / or a proximal pulling force can be transmitted from firing member 220 to locking sleeve 402. When locking sleeve 402 is in its engaged position, second locking member 406 is r received within a drive notch 232 defined in the hinge driver 230, so that the distal push force and / or the proximal pull force applied to the locking sleeve 402 can be transmitted to the hinge driver 230. Indeed, the firing member 220, the locking sleeve 402 and the hinge driver 230 will move together when the locking sleeve 402 is in its engaged position. On the other hand, when locking sleeve 402 is in its disengaged position, protuberances
[0047] [0047] The drive shaft assembly 200 additionally includes a switching cylinder 500 which is rotatably received in the closing tube 260. The switching cylinder 500 comprises a hollow drive shaft segment 502 which has a protrusion of drive shaft 504 formed therein, intended to receive inside it an actuation pin 410 that protrudes outwards. In various circumstances, the actuating pin 410 extends through a slot 267 into a longitudinal slot 408 provided in the locking sleeve 402 to facilitate axial movement of the locking sleeve 402 when it is engaged with the actuator. pivot 230. A rotating torsion spring 420 is configured to engage the protrusion 504 on the switching cylinder 500 and a portion of the nozzle compartment 203, as shown in Figure 5, to apply a displacement force to the pressure cylinder. switching cylinder 500. The switching cylinder 500 can also comprise, at least in part, circumferential openings 506 defined within it, which, with reference to Figures 5 and 6, can be configured to receive circumferential sockets that extend from the nozzle targets 202, 203, and allow relative rotation, but not translation, between the switching cylinder 500 and the proximal nozzle 201.
[0048] [0048] The drive shaft assembly 200 may comprise a slip ring assembly 600 that can be configured to conduct electrical energy to the end actuator 300 and / or from it and / or communicate signals to the end actuator 300 and / or from it, for example. The slip ring assembly 600 may comprise a proximal connector flange 604 mounted on a chassis flange 242 extending from the chassis 240 and a distal connector flange 601 positioned within a slot defined in the nozzle halves 202 and 203. The proximal connector flange 604 may comprise a first face and the distal connector flange 601 may comprise a second face that is positioned adjacent and that is movable with respect to the first face. The distal connector flange 601 can rotate in relation to the proximal connector flange 604 around the SA-SA geometry axis of the drive axis. The proximal connector flange 604 may comprise a plurality of concentric or at least substantially concentric conductors
[0049] [0049] The drive shaft assembly 200 may include a proximal portion that is fixedly mounted to the handle assembly 14, and a distal portion that is rotatable about a longitudinal geometric axis. The distal swivel portion of the drive shaft can be rotated with respect to the proximal portion around the slip ring assembly 600. The distal connector flange 601 of the slide ring assembly 600 can be positioned on the shaft portion distal rotary drive. In addition, in addition to the above, the switching cylinder 500 can also be positioned within the distal rotating portion of the drive shaft. When the distal rotary drive shaft portion is rotated, the distal connector flange 601 and the switching cylinder 500 can be rotated synchronously to each other. In addition, the switching cylinder 500 can be rotated between a first position and a second position in relation to the flange of the distal connector 601. When the switching cylinder 500 is in its first position, the articulation drive system can be operationally disengaged of the trigger drive system and thus the operation of the trigger drive system may not articulate the end actuator 300 of the drive shaft assembly 200. When the switching cylinder 500 is in its second position , the articulation drive system can be operationally engaged with the trigger drive system and, thus, the operation of the trigger drive system can articulate the end actuator 300 of the drive shaft assembly 200. When the switching cylinder 500 is moved between its first position and its second position, the switching cylinder 500 is moved in relation to the flange of the distal connector 601.
[0050] [0050] In several examples, the drive shaft assembly 200 may comprise at least one sensor configured to detect the position of the switching cylinder 500. The distal connector flange 601 may comprise a Hall effect sensor 605, for example , and the switching cylinder 500 may comprise a magnetic element, such as a permanent magnet 505, for example. The Hall 605 effect sensor can be configured to detect the position of the permanent magnet
[0051] [0051] A surgical instrument may not be able to use a rotary drive shaft assembly effectively using general wires to communicate power and signals between a fixed drive shaft portion and a rotary drive shaft portion of the drive shaft assembly due to the fact that the wires can be twisted or even be damaged due to repeated rotation of the drive shaft assembly. One way to overcome this deficiency may be to use a ring set instead of wires to communicate power and signals to the rotating drive shaft portion. For example, a first electrode flange can be attached to the fixed drive shaft portion and a second electrode flange can rotate relative to the electrodes on the first flange. A gap is necessarily formed between the first flange and the second flange to allow the second flange to rotate in relation to the first flange. To maintain an electrical connection during the rotation of the rotating drive shaft portion, the electrodes of the first and second flanges can be exposed at an interface between them. The gap may allow water and / or other body fluid to penetrate the area between the first and second flanges where the electrode interface resides. Consequently, the electrode interface may be exposed to water and other body fluids during surgery. When touching exposed electrodes, water and / or body fluids can cause signal noise or even loss of power / signals.
[0052] [0052] Aspects of the present disclosure improve slip ring assemblies in surgical instruments that are exposed to water and / or body fluids during their operation. In one arrangement, a drive shaft assembly may include a proximal drive shaft portion that can be fixedly connected to the body of a surgical instrument and a distal drive shaft portion rotated with respect to the proximal drive shaft portion. The slip ring assembly may include a proximal slip ring on the proximal drive shaft portion and a distal slip ring on the distal drive shaft portion. Each of the proximal slip ring and the distal slip ring can include one or more conduits mounted on each of the proximal and distal slip rings. The conductors on the proximal and distal slip rings can be coated with a water-impermeable insulating layer to provide an impermeable barrier to prevent water or fluids that may be generated during surgery from reaching the conductors. A dielectric layer (for example, high k dielectric, such as PZT) can be located between the conductors on the proximal and distal slip rings, and the proximal slip ring conductors and the distal slip ring conductors can form capacitive channels. between them. These capacitive channels can be used to communicate power and signals from the fixed body portion to the rotary drive shaft assembly portion (for example, an end actuator) with the use of capar- dic coupling.
[0053] [0053] In this way, aspects of the present disclosure can advantageously allow the conductors to be covered with an insulating layer impermeable to water by the formation of a capacitive channel between the conductors in the distal and proximal slip rings instead of a direct connection, which may necessarily expose some portions of the electrodes to the outside. Consequently, aspects of the present disclosure can prevent signal noise and loss of power and signals by providing an insulating barrier to prevent water or fluids from reaching the electrodes.
[0054] [0054] Figure 10 shows a partial cut-away perspective view of a slip ring assembly 2000 according to an aspect of the present disclosure, and Figure 11 shows a cross-sectional view of a portion of the slip ring assembly. 2000 of Figure 10 in accordance with one aspect of the present disclosure. The slip ring assembly 2000 can be included in a drive shaft assembly (for example, the drive shaft assembly 200). The slip ring assembly 2000 can be configured to conduct electrical power to and / or from an end actuator (for example, end actuator 300) and / or communicate signals to and / or from the end actuator . The slip ring assembly may include a proximal portion 2172 and a distal portion 2174. The proximal portion 2172 may be fixedly connected to a body (for example, the handle assembly 14 or a chassis flange 242 of a drive shaft portion proximal to a set of drive axes) of a surgical instrument (eg, surgical instrument 10). The distal portion 2174 can be fixedly connected to a distal drive shaft portion of a drive shaft assembly. The distal portion 2174 can be rotatable with respect to the proximal portion 2172, for example, about a longitudinal geometric axis. As shown in Figures 10 and 11, the sliding ring set 2000 can include a sliding ring 2010 and one or more conductors 2020 mounted on the sliding ring proximal 2010. The proximal portion of sliding ring 2010 and the conductors 2020 in the proximal portion 2172 can be coated with a first insulating layer impermeable to water 2030 to provide an impermeable barrier to prevent water or fluids that can be generated during surgery from reaching the conductors 2020. In an exemplary aspect, the first layer waterproof insulation
[0055] [0055] In the distal portion 2174, the slip ring assembly 2000 may also include a distal slip ring 2110 and one or more conductors 2120 mounted on the distal slip ring 2110. The distal slip ring 2110 and the conductors 2120 in the portion distal 2174 can be coated with a second insulating layer impermeable to water 2130 to provide an impermeable barrier to prevent water or fluids from reaching the 2120 conductors. In an exemplifying aspect, the second insulating layer impermeable to water 2130 can completely cover the conductors 2120. In an exemplary aspect, the first and second 2030, 2130 water-proof insulating layers may comprise an electrically insulating and water-resistant material. In an exemplary aspect, the first and second insulating layers impervious to water 2030, 2130 can also comprise a slippery material.
[0056] [0056] The proximal and distal sliding rings 2010, 2110 can be positioned inside a defined slot in the nozzle halves (for example, the nozzle halves 202, 203). In an exemplary aspect, the proximal and distal sliding rings 2010, 2110 can be manufactured from or coated with an electrically non-conductive material. The distal slip ring 2110 can rotate relative to the proximal slip ring 2010 around the SA-SA geometry axis of the drive axis.
[0057] [0057] In an exemplifying aspect, a 2050 dielectric layer can be located between the first 2030 water-impermeable insulating layer and the second water-impervious insulating layer 2130. In an exemplary aspect, the 2050 dielectric layer can be securely connected to the first insulating layer impermeable to water 2030 in the proximal portion 2172. In an exemplary aspect, the dielectric layer 2050 may be in direct contact with the second layer
[0058] [0058] In another exemplary aspect, the dielectric layer 2050 can be fixedly connected to the second insulating layer impermeable to water 2130 in the distal portion 2174. In this case, in an exemplifying aspect, the dielectric layer 2050 may be in direct contact with the the first water-impervious insulating layer 2030 and the first water-impervious insulating layer 2030 may comprise a slippery material so that the distal portion 2174 (for example, the distal slip ring 2110 and the dielectric layer 2050) rotates with respect to the first insulating layer impermeable to water 2030 smoothly with less friction with the contact surface of the first insulating layer impermeable to water 2030. In another exemplary aspect, there may be an air gap between the dielectric layer 2050 and the first insulating impermeable layer to water 2030.
[0059] [0059] In another exemplary aspect, the dielectric layer 2050 can be devoid of both the first insulating layer impermeable to water 2030 and the second insulating layer impermeable to water 2130, for example, because it is fixedly connected to another component ( for example, the nozzle halves 202, 203) of the surgical instrument. In this case, the dielectric layer 2050 may be in direct contact with at least one of the first insulating layer impermeable to water 2030 and the second insulating layer impermeable to water 2130, and at least one of the first insulating layer impermeable to water 2030 and the second insulating layer impermeable to water 2130 may comprise a slippery material so that the distal portion 2174 (for example, the distal slip ring 2110 and the second insulating layer impermeable to water 2130) rotates smoothly relative to the dielectric layer 2050 with less friction. In another example, there may be an air gap between the dielectric layer 2050 and the first insulating layer impermeable to water 2030 and / or between the dielectric layer 2050 and the second insulating layer impermeable to water 2130.
[0060] [0060] In an exemplary aspect, the 2025 thickness of the 2020 conductors (or 2120 conductors) can be in the range of about 0.03 millimeter (0.001 inch) to about 0.25 millimeter (0.01 inch) ), preferably in the range of about 0.08 millimeter (0.003 inch) to about 0.2 millimeter (0.008 inch), more preferably, in the range of about 0.1 millimeter (0.004 inch) ) at about 0.15 millimeter (0.006 inch). In another exemplary aspect, conductors 2020, 2120 can have any other suitable thickness. In an exemplary aspect, the vertical distance 2035 between conductors 2020 and the dielectric layer 2050 can be very small, for example, in the range of about 0.01 millimeter (0.0005 inch) to about 0.04 millimeter (0 .0015 inch), preferably in the range of about 0.02 millimeter (0.0007 inch) to about 0.03 millimeter (0.0013 inch), more preferably, in the range of about 0.02 millimeter (0.0009 inch) to about 0.03 millimeter (0.0011 inch). In another exemplary aspect, the conductors 2020 and the dielectric layer 2050 can have any other suitable distance. In an exemplary aspect, a vertical distance between conductors 2120 and the dielectric layer 2050 can be similar to the vertical distance
[0061] [0061] The proximal sliding ring 2010 can be fixedly connected to the body of the surgical instrument. For example, the 2010 proximal slip ring and the 2020 proximal slip ring conductors 2020 can be connected to a 2070 drive shaft circuit board (for example, the 610 drive shaft circuit board) via a first connector electrical 2060 (for example, electrical connector 606) as shown in Figure 10. The 2070 circuit board may include a 2080 control circuit (for example, an integrated microcircuit or microprocessor) configured to control the power and signals distributed to an end actuator (for example, end actuator 300). The distal slip ring 2110 and the conductors 2120 of the distal slip ring 2110 can be connected to the end actuator via a second electrical connector 2160.
[0062] [0062] The conductors 2020 of the proximal slip ring 2010 and the conductors 2120 of the distal slip ring 2110 can form capacitive channels between them. The 2080 control circuit can be configured to communicate power and signals (for example, data or any other signals) to the end actuator which is electrically connected to the distal slip ring 2110 using distal capacitive coupling through the capacitive channels. The control circuit can use AC current to communicate power and signals to and / or from the end actuator.
[0063] [0063] In an exemplary aspect, the first and second sliding rings 2010, 2110 can have a ring shape, as illustrated in Figure 10. In another exemplary aspect, the first and second sliding rings 2010, 2110 can have any other appropriate format. In an exemplary aspect, conductors 2020, 2120 may comprise a metallic electrode. In another exemplary aspect, conductors 2020, 2120 can comprise any other electrically conductive material. In an exemplary aspect, each of the conductors 2020 on the proximal slip ring 2010 can be matched with one of the conductors 2120 on the slip ring distal 2110 and the matched conductors can face each other. For example, as shown in Figure 11, a 2020A driver is married to a 2120A driver, and a 2020B driver is married to a 2120B driver. In an exemplary aspect, 2020, 2120 drivers can have a concentric circle shape, as shown in Figure 10, so that matched drivers (for example, 2020A-2120A; 2020B-2120B) can continue to turn around the others while the distal portion 2174 of the slip ring assembly 2000 is rotating, continuously maintaining the capacitive tubes formed between them. In another exemplary aspect, drivers 2020, 2120 can have any other suitable format.
[0064] [0064] In an exemplifying aspect, the 2050 dielectric layer may comprise a high k dielectric material, such as PZT of (lead zirconate titanate), titanium oxide (TiO2), tantalum oxide (Ta2Os), cesium oxide (CeO>), and aluminum oxide (Al203). The materials can be used alone or in any combination of them. As used here, a high k dielectric material can refer to a dielectric material that has a high value of dielectric constant k (for example, greater than the k value of silicon dioxide which is about 3.9). In an exemplary aspect, the dielectric layer 2050 may comprise a dielectric material with a very high dielectric constant (for example, greater than about 100 to about 300), such as PZT. With the use of a dielectric material with a very high dielectric constant, the capacitive channels formed in the sliding ring set 2000 can have sufficient capacitance and at the same time keep the thickness of the 2050 dielectric layer very thin (for example, smaller than 0.76 to 1.27 millimeters (0.03 to 0.05 inches) without suffering unacceptable levels of leakage current or catastrophic failure. In another exemplary aspect, the electrical layer 2050 can comprise any other material suitable dielectric (for example, materials of medium to low dielectric constant, such as silicon dioxide). In one example, the 2050 dielectric layer can be deposited on one of the sliding rings above the first water-proof insulating layer 2030 or the second insulating layer impermeable to water 2130 (for example, vapor deposition) In one example, the dielectric layer 2050 can be supplied as a disc or pellet layer.
[0065] [0065] In an exemplary aspect, only one of the 2010 slip rings, 2110 can include a water-impermeable insulating layer. For example, if the distal slip ring 2110 and the conductors 2120 on the distal slip ring 2110 are coated with a water-impermeable insulating layer, the proximal slip ring 2010 and the 2020 conductors on the proximal slip ring 2010 can be coated with the layer dielectric 2050 (for example, vapor deposition of a dielectric material) directly without a separate insulating layer impermeable to water between them. In this case, the 2050 dielectric layer can be water resistant and prevent water or fluids from reaching the 2020 conductors. In another exemplary aspect, if the 2010 proximal slip ring and the 2020 conductors on the
[0066] [0066] Figure 12 shows a cross-sectional view of a portion of the slip ring assembly 2200 according to another aspect of this disclosure. The slip ring assembly 2200 can be included in a drive shaft assembly (for example, the drive shaft assembly 200). The slip ring assembly 2200 may have a proximal portion 2372 and a distal portion 2374. The proximal portion 2372 can be fixedly connected to a body (for example, the handle assembly 14) of a surgical instrument (for example, the surgical instrument 10). The distal portion 2374 can be rotatable with respect to the proximal portion 2372. As shown in Figure 12, the slip ring assembly 2200 can include a proximal slip ring 2210 and one or more conductors 2220 mounted on the proximal slip ring 2210 in the proximal portion 2372. The proximal slip ring 2210 and conductors 2220 can be coated with a first dielectric layer 2230. In an exemplary aspect, the first dielectric layer can completely cover the conductors
[0067] [0067] In an exemplary aspect, the slip ring assembly 2200 may also include a distal slip ring 2310 and one or more conductors 2320 mounted on the distal slip ring 2310 in the distal portion 2374. The distal slip ring 2310 and the conductors 2320 can be coated with a second dielectric layer 2350. In an exemplary aspect, the second dielectric layer 2350 can completely cover 2320 conductors. The second dielectric layer 2350 can provide an impermeable barrier to prevent water or fluids that can be generated during surgery reach 2320 conductors. Conductors 2220, 2320 can form capacitive channels between them.
[0068] [0068] In an exemplary aspect, the first and second dielectric layers 2230, 2350 may comprise a high k dielectric material, such as PZT of (lead zirconate titanate), titanium oxide (TiO2), oxide of tantalum (Ta2Os), cesium oxide (CeO> 2), aluminum oxide (Al2O03), epoxy or a material with a high k value (for example, which has a dielectric constant greater than 3.9). The materials can be used alone or in any combination of them. In an exemplary aspect, at least one of the first and second dielectric layers 2230, 2350 can comprise a dielectric material with a very high dielectric constant (for example, greater than about 100 to about 300), such as PZT. In another exemplary aspect, the first and second dielectric layers 2230, 2350 can comprise any other suitable dielectric material (for example, materials of medium to low dielectric constant, such as silicon dioxide).
[0069] [0069] In an exemplary aspect, the first dielectric layer 2230 may comprise a different dielectric material than that of the second dielectric layer 2350. For example, the first electrical layer 2230 may comprise an epoxy material, while the second dielectric layer 2350 comprises titanium oxide or PZT (for example, vapor deposited dielectric layer). In another exemplary aspect, the first dielectric layer 2230 may comprise a dielectric material that is the same as that of the second dielectric layer 2350.
[0070] [0070] In an exemplary aspect, the sliding ring assembly 2200 may include a third dielectric layer 2250 applied fixedly to the first dielectric layer 2230. For example, a dielectric disk / pad can be glued to the first dielectric layer 2230 or a dielectric layer is deposited by steam on the first dielectric layer 2230. In this case, in an example, there may be an air gap 2360 between the second dielectric layer 2350 and the third dielectric layer 2250 to facilitate smooth rotation of the distal portion 2374 in relation to the third dielectric layer 2250. In another exemplary aspect, there may be no air gap between the second dielectric layer 2350 and the third dielectric layer 2250, and a slippery insulating layer can be coated on the second dielectric layer 2350 or in the third dielectric layer 2250.
[0071] [0071] In another exemplary aspect, the third dielectric layer 2250 can be fixedly applied to the second dielectric layer 2350. In this case, in an example, there may be an air gap between the first dielectric layer 2230 and the third dielectric layer 2250 to facilitate smooth rotation of the distal portion 2374, which includes the third dielectric layer 2250, in relation to the first dielectric layer 2230. In another exemplary aspect, there may be no air gap between the first dielectric layer 2230 and the third electrical layer 2250, and a slippery insulating layer can be coated on the first dielectric layer 2230 or the third dielectric layer
[0072] [0072] In another exemplary aspect, the third dielectric layer 2250 can be devoid of both the first dielectric layer 2230 and the second dielectric layer 2350, for example, because it is fixedly connected to another component (for example, nozzle halves 202, 203) of the surgical instrument. In this case, in one example, there may be an air gap between the third dielectric layer 2250 and at least one between the first and second dielectric layers 2230, 2350. In another exemplary aspect, there may not be an air gap, but in instead, there may be a sliding insulating layer between the third dielectric layer 2250 and at least one between the first and second dielectric layers 2230, 2350.
[0073] [0073] In an exemplary aspect, the third dielectric layer 2250 can comprise a high k dielectric material, such as PZT of (lead zirconate titanate), titanium oxide (TiO> 2), tantalum oxide (Ta2Os), oxide of cesium (CeO> 2), aluminum oxide (Al2O3), epoxy or a material with a high k value (for example, which has a dielectric constant greater than 3.9). The materials can be used alone or in any combination thereof. In an exemplary aspect, the third dielectric layer 2250 can comprise a dielectric material with a very high dielectric constant (for example, greater than about 100 to about 300), such as PZT. In another exemplary aspect, the third dielectric layer 2250 can comprise any other suitable dielectric material (for example, medium to low dielectric constant materials, such as silicon dioxide).
[0074] [0074] In an exemplifying aspect, the dielectric constant of the second dielectric layer 2350 and / or the third dielectric layer 2250 may be greater than the dielectric constant of the first dielectric layer 2230. In another exemplary aspect, the dielectric constant of the first dielectric layer 2230 may be greater than the dielectric constant of the second dielectric layer 2350 and / or the third dielectric layer 2250. In an exemplary aspect, the third dielectric layer 2250 may comprise a different dielectric material than that of the second layer dielectric 2350. In another exemplary aspect, the third dielectric layer 2250 may comprise a dielectric material that is the same as that of the second dielectric layer
[0075] [0075] In an exemplary aspect, the thickness 2225 of the conductors 2220 and / or the thickness 2325 of the conductors 2320 can be in the range of about 0.03 millimeter (0.001 inch) to about 0.25 millimeter (0, 01 inch), preferably in the range of about 0.08 millimeter (0.003 inch) to about 0.2 millimeter (0.008 inch), more preferably, in the range of about 0.1 millimeter (0.004 inch) ) at about 0.15 millimeter (0.006 inch). In another exemplary aspect, conductors 2220, 2320 can have any other suitable thickness. In an exemplary aspect, the thickness 2355 of the second dielectric layer 2350 can be in the range of about 0.03 millimeter (0.001 inch) to about 0.25 millimeter (0.01 inch), preferably in the range of about 0.05 millimeter (0.002 inch) to about 0.13 millimeter (0.005 inch), more preferably, in the range of about 0.08 millimeter (0.003 inch) to about 0.1 millimeter (0.004 inch). In another exemplary aspect, the second dielectric layer 2350 can have any other suitable thickness. In an exemplary aspect, the air gap 2260 between the third dielectric layer 2250 and the second dielectric layer 2350 (or any other air gap discussed here) can be very thin, for example, less than 0.25 millimeter (0.01 inch), preferably less than 0.13 millimeter (0.005 inch), more preferably less than 0.03 millimeter (0.001 inch). In another illustrative aspect, the air gap 2260 can have any other suitable distance.
[0076] [0076] In an exemplary aspect, the vertical distance 2235 between conductors 2220 and the third dielectric layer 2250 can be very small, for example, in the range of about 0.01 millimeter (0.0005 inch) to about 0, 04 millimeters (0.0015 inches), preferably in the range of about 0.02 millimeters (0.0007 inches) to about 0.03 millimeters (0.0013 inches), more preferably in the range of about 0.02 millimeter (0.0009 inch) to about 0.03 millimeter (0.0011 inch). In another exemplary aspect, conductors 2220 and the third dielectric layer 2250 can have any other suitable distance. In an exemplary aspect, the thickness 2255 of the third dielectric layer 2250 can be very thin, for example, in the range of about 0.3 millimeter (0.001 inch) to about 0.25 millimeter (0.01 inch), preferably, in the range of about 0.05 millimeter (0.002 inch) to about 0.18 millimeter (0.007 inch), more preferably, in the range of about 0.8 millimeter (0.003 inch) to about 0.13 millimeter (0.005 inch). In another exemplary aspect, the third dielectric layer 2250 can have any other suitable thickness.
[0077] [0077] The other features and characteristics of the slip ring assembly 2200 illustrated and described in relation to Figure 12 in which the conductors 2220, 2320 are mounted on the slip rings 2210, 2310 may otherwise be similar or equal to those described - items with the modalities shown in Figures 10 to 11, including, without limitation, components, arrangements, and formats of any of the slip rings 2210, 2310 2220 or the conductors, 2320, as well as the possible presence of connectors electrical elements 2060, 2160, of the drive shaft circuit board 2070, of the control circuit 2080, as described and illustrated in this document.
[0078] [0078] Figure 13 shows a block diagram of the circuit of a surgical instrument, illustrating the interfaces between a 2410 control circuit (for example, the 2080 control circuit), a 2420 power supply (for example, the supply 90), a slip ring assembly 2450 (e.g., slip ring assemblies 2000, 2200) and an end actuator 2430 (e.g., end actuator 300) according to one aspect of the present revelation. As shown in Figure 13, the slip ring assembly
[0079] [0079] In an exemplary aspect, each capacitive channel 2440A-C can receive / transmit different types of signals / power. For example, the control circuit 2410 can use a first capacitive channel 2440A for a first signal or data, a second capacitive channel 2440B for a second signal or data, and a third capacitive channel 2440C for power. In another example, the 2410 control circuit can receive / transmit different types of signals / power using the same capacitive channel. For example, the first capacitive channel 2440A can be used to receive / transmit both power and signals.
[0080] [0080] The previously mentioned description presented aspects of the devices and / or processes through the use of block diagrams, flowcharts, and / or examples, which may contain one or more functions and / or operation. Each function and / or operation within such block diagrams, flowcharts or examples can be implemented, individually and / or collectively, by a wide range of hardware, software, firmware or virtually any combination of them. In one aspect, several portions of the material described here can be implemented by means of specific application integrated circuits (ASICs), field programmable port arrangements (FPGAs), digital signal processors (DSPs), programmable logic devices (PLDs), circuits, registers and / or software components, for example, programs, subroutines, logic and / or combinations of hardware and software components, logic gates, or other integrated formats. Some aspects revealed here, in whole or in part,
[0081] [0081] The mechanisms of the disclosed subject can be distributed as a program product in a variety of ways, and an illustrative aspect of the subject described here is applicable regardless of the specific type of signal transmission media used for effectively perform the distribution. Examples of a signal transmission medium include, but are not limited to, the following: recordable type media such as a floppy disk, a hard disk drive, a compact disc (CD), a digital video disc (DVD), a tape digital, computer memory, etc .; and transmission-type media, such as digital and / or analog communication media (for example, a fiber optic cable, a waveguide, a wired communication link, a wireless communication link (for example example, transmitter, receiver, transmission logic, reception logic, etc.).
[0082] [0082] The previously mentioned description of one or more aspects has been presented for purposes of illustration and description. This description is not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the invention to the precise form disclosed. Modifications or variations are possible in light of the above teachings. These aspects were chosen and described in order to illustrate the principles and practical application for,
[0083] [0083] Several aspects of the subject described in this document are defined in the following examples:
[0084] [0084] Example 1 - A surgical drive shaft assembly comprising a slip ring assembly. The slip ring assembly comprises a first connector, a first conductor mounted on the first connector, and a first water-impermeable insulating layer on the first conductor. The slip ring assembly further comprises a second rotating connector with respect to the first connector, a second conductor mounted on the second connector, and a second water-impermeable insulating layer on the second conductor. The slip ring assembly additionally comprises a dielectric layer located between the first water-impermeable insulating layer and the second water-impermeable insulating layer, in which the first conductor and the second conductor are configured to form a capacitive channel between the themselves.
[0085] [0085] Example 2 - The surgical drive shaft assembly, according to Example 1, in which at least one of the first connector and the second connector comprises a slip ring.
[0086] [0086] Example 3 - The surgical drive shaft assembly, according to Examples 1 to 2, in which the dielectric layer is fixedly connected to the first water-impermeable insulating layer.
[0087] [0087] Example 4 - The surgical drive shaft assembly, according to one or more of Examples 1 to 3, in which the di-electrical layer comprises a PZT.
[0088] [0088] Example 5 - The surgical drive shaft assembly, according to one or more of Examples 1 to 4, in which at least one of the first water-impermeable insulating layer and the second water-impermeable insulating layer comprises a slippery material.
[0089] [0089] Example 6 - The surgical drive shaft assembly, according to one or more of Examples 1 to 5, which additionally comprises a control circuit electrically connected to the first conductor.
[0090] [0090] Example 7 - The surgical drive shaft assembly, according to Example 6, which additionally comprises an end actuator electrically connected to the second conductor, in which the control circuit is configured to communicate power and signals to the end actuator through capacitive channel.
[0091] [0091] Example 8 - A slip ring set for use with a surgical drive shaft set. The slide ring assembly comprises a first connector, a first conductor mounted on the first connector, and a first dielectric layer on the first conductor. The slip ring assembly further comprises a second rotating connector with respect to the first connector, a second conductor mounted on the second connector, and a second dielectric layer on the second conductor, in which the first conductor and the second conductor are configured to form a capacitive channel between them.
[0092] [0092] Example 9 - The slip ring assembly, according to Example 8, which additionally comprises a third dielectric layer on top of the first dielectric layer.
[0093] [0093] Example 10 - The slip ring assembly, according to example 9, in which the second dielectric layer and the third dielectric layer are separated from each other in order to form a gap between them.
[0094] [0094] Example 11 - The slip ring assembly, according to one or more of Examples 8 to 10, wherein the second dielectric layer comprises a vapor deposited PZT.
[0095] [0095] Example 12 - The slip ring assembly, according to one or more of Examples 8 to 11, wherein the first dielectric layer comprises an epoxy material.
[0096] [0096] Example 13 - The slip ring assembly, according to one or more of Examples 9 to 12, wherein the third dielectric layer comprises a PZT wafer.
[0097] [0097] Example 14 - The slip ring assembly, according to one or more of Examples 8 to 13, which additionally comprises a control circuit electrically connected to the first conductor.
[0098] [0098] Example 15 - A surgical drive shaft assembly comprising a first drive shaft portion and a second rotary drive shaft portion in relation to the first drive shaft portion. The first drive shaft portion comprises a first slip ring, a first plurality of conductors mounted on the first slip ring, and a first water-impermeable insulating layer on the first slip ring. The second drive shaft portion comprises a slip ring, a second plurality of conductors mounted on the second slip ring, a second water-impermeable insulating layer on the second slip ring, and a dielectric layer located between the first insulating layer water-impermeable of the second water-impermeable insulating layer, in which the first plurality of conductors and the second plurality of conductors are configured to form a plurality of capacitive channels with each other.
[0099] [0099] Example 16 - The surgical drive shaft assembly, according to Example 15, which additionally comprises a control circuit electrically connected to the first plurality of conductors.
[0100] [0100] Example 17 - The surgical drive shaft assembly, according to Example 16, which additionally comprises an end actuator that is electrically connected to the second conductor plurality, in which the control circuit is configured to communicate power and signals to the end actuator through the plurality of capacitive channels.
[0101] [0101] Example 18 - The surgical drive shaft assembly, according to Examples 15 to 17, in which the dielectric layer is fixedly connected to the first water-impermeable insulating layer.
[0102] [0102] Example 19 - The surgical drive shaft assembly, according to one or more of Examples 15 to 18, wherein the dielectric layer comprises a PZT.
[0103] [0103] Example 20 - The surgical drive shaft assembly, according to one or more of Examples 15 to 19, in which at least one of the first water-impermeable insulating layer and the second water-impermeable insulating layer comprises a slippery material.
[0104] [0104] Example 21 - A surgical instrument comprising a surgical end actuator, a control circuit and a set of connectors. The connector set comprises a first connector comprising a first conductor electrically coupled to the surgical end actuator, and a second connector comprising a second conductor separate from the first conductor, in which the second conductor is electrically coupled to the control circuit, in which the first connector is rotatable in relation to the second connector, in which the first conductor is capacitively coupled to the second conductor, defining a capacitive channel between them to transmit an electrical signal between the end actuator - humidity and the control circuit.
[0105] [0105] Example 22 - A surgical instrument comprising a surgical end actuator, a control circuit and a set of connectors.
The connector set comprises a first connector comprising a first conductor electrically coupled to the surgical end actuator, and a second connector comprising a second conductor separate from the first conductor, in which the second conductor is electrically coupled to a power source, in which the first connector is rotatable in relation to the second connector, in which the first conductor is capacitively coupled to the second conductor, defining a capacitive channel between them to transmit energy from the power source to the end actuator .

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Claims (22)
[1]
1. Surgical drive shaft assembly characterized by comprising a slide ring assembly, in which the slide ring assembly comprises: a first connector; a first conductor mounted on the first connector; a first insulating layer impermeable to water on the first conductor; a second rotatable connector in relation to the first connector; a second conductor mounted on the second connector; a second insulating layer impermeable to water on the second conductor; a dielectric layer located between the first insulating layer impermeable to water and the second insulating layer impermeable to water; and in which the first conductor and the second conductor are configured to form a capacitive channel between them.
[2]
2. Surgical drive shaft assembly, according to claim 1, characterized in that at least one of the first connector and the second connector comprise a slip ring.
[3]
3. Surgical drive shaft assembly, according to claim 1, characterized in that the dielectric layer is fixedly connected to the first water-impermeable insulating layer.
[4]
4. Surgical drive shaft assembly, according to claim 1, characterized in that the dielectric layer comprises a PZT.
[5]
5. Surgical drive shaft assembly, according to claim 1, characterized by at least one of the first insulating layer impermeable to water and the second insulating layer
water-impermeable lens comprise a slippery material.
[6]
6. Surgical drive shaft assembly, according to claim 1, characterized by additionally comprising a control circuit electrically connected to the first conductor.
[7]
7. Surgical drive shaft assembly, according to claim 6, characterized by additionally comprising an end actuator electrically connected to the second conductor, in which the control circuit is configured to communicate power and signals to the actuator. end through the capacitive channel.
[8]
8. Slip ring assembly for use with a surgical drive shaft assembly, in which the sliding ring assembly is characterized by comprising: a first connector; a first conductor mounted on the first connector; a first dielectric layer on the first conductor; a second rotatable connector in relation to the first connector; a second conductor mounted on the second connector; a second dielectric layer on the second conductor; and in which the first conductor and the second conductor are configured to form a capacitive channel between them.
[9]
9. Slip ring assembly according to claim 8, characterized in that it additionally comprises a third dielectric layer over the first dielectric layer.
[10]
10. Slip ring assembly according to claim 9, characterized in that the second dielectric layer and the third dielectric layer are separated from each other so as to form a gap between them.
[11]
11. Slip ring assembly according to claim 10, characterized in that the second dielectric layer comprises a vapor deposited PZT.
[12]
12. Slip ring assembly according to claim 11, characterized in that the first dielectric layer comprises an epoxy material.
[13]
13. Slip ring assembly according to claim 12, characterized in that the third dielectric layer comprises a PZT chip.
[14]
14. Slip ring assembly according to claim 8, characterized in that it additionally comprises a control circuit electrically connected to the first conductor.
[15]
15. Surgical drive shaft set characterized by comprising: a first portion of drive shaft which comprises: a first sliding ring; a first plurality of conductors mounted on the first slip ring; and a first water-impermeable insulating layer on the first slip ring; a second portion of the rotary drive shaft with respect to the first portion of the drive shaft, wherein the second portion of the drive shaft comprises: a second sliding ring; a second plurality of conductors mounted on the second sliding ring; a second insulating layer impermeable to water on the second sliding ring; and a dielectric layer located between the first iso-
water-impermeable lens and the second water-impermeable insulating layer; and wherein the first plurality of conductors and the second plurality of conductors are configured to form a plurality of capacitive channels with each other.
[16]
16. Surgical drive shaft assembly, according to claim 15, characterized by additionally comprising a control circuit electrically connected to the first plurality of conductors.
[17]
17. Surgical drive shaft assembly, according to claim 16, characterized by additionally comprising an end actuator that is electrically connected to the second plurality of conductors, in which the control circuit is configured to communicate power and signals to the end actuator through the plurality of capacitive channels.
[18]
18. Surgical drive shaft assembly, according to claim 15, characterized in that the dielectric layer is firmly connected to the first water-impermeable insulating layer.
[19]
19. Surgical drive shaft assembly, according to claim 15, characterized in that the dielectric layer comprises a PZT.
[20]
20. Surgical drive shaft assembly according to claim 15, characterized in that at least one of the first insulating layer impermeable to water and the second insulating layer impermeable to water comprise a slippery material.
[21]
21. Surgical instrument characterized by comprising: a surgical end actuator; a control circuit; and a set of connectors comprising: a first connector comprising a first conduit
tor electrically coupled to the surgical end actuator; and a second connector comprising a second conductor separate from the first conductor, in which the second conductor is electrically coupled to the control circuit, in which the first connector is rotatable in relation to the second connector, in which the first conductor tor is capacitively coupled to the second conductor, defining a capacitive channel between them to transmit an electrical signal between the surgical end actuator and the control circuit.
[22]
22. Surgical instrument, characterized by comprising: a surgical end actuator; a source of energy; and a set of connectors comprising: a first connector comprising a first conductor electrically coupled to the surgical end actuator; and a second connector comprising a second conductor separate from the first conductor, in which the second conductor is electrically coupled to the power source, in which the first connector is rotatable in relation to the second connector, in which the first conductor is capacitively coupled to the second conductor, defining a capacitive channel between them to transmit energy from the energy source to the surgical end actuator.

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