The various embodiments herein relate to user presence detection on a multi-degree-of-freedom (DOF) user input device for use in systems such as, for example, robotic medical device systems.
User input devices with many degrees of freedom require the user to support the mass of the input device.
One example of such a known input device is depicted in
Further, in order for the user to exit the device in a controlled fashion, support of the input device must transferred to the input device itself or the signal being output by the device must cease. That is, during use, the input device is supported or maintained in its operable position by the hand of the user, but removal of the user's hand from the input device without any mechanical force applied by the system itself causes the input device to be pulled downward by gravity, which can result in the robotic device or component operably coupled to the input device to move or be actuated in an undesirable fashion.
There is a need in the art for improved methods and devices for detecting the presence of a user at, on, or using a user input device.
Discussed herein are various user controllers for use with various systems, including robotic surgical systems.
In Example 1, a user controller comprises a controller body and a thumb sheath coupled to the controller body. The thumb sheath comprises a first sheath section extending from the controller body, and a second sheath section extending from the first sheath section, wherein the second sheath section is transverse to the first sheath segment. The first sheath section, the second sheath section, and the controller body define a thumb opening and an open side.
Example 2 relates to the user controller according to Example 1, wherein the first sheath section, the second sheath section, and the controller body do not form a 360° enclosure around the thumb opening.
Example 3 relates to the user controller according to Example 1, further comprising a light sensor disposed within the thumb opening.
Example 4 relates to the user controller according to Example 1, further comprising a light emitter disposed on an inner wall of the thumb sheath and a light receiver disposed on the controller body, wherein the light receiver is positioned to receive light transmitted by the light emitter.
Example 5 relates to the user controller according to Example 1, further comprising a light emitter disposed on the controller body and a light receiver disposed on an inner wall of the thumb sheath, wherein the light receiver is positioned to receive light transmitted by the light emitter.
Example 6 relates to the user controller according to Example 1, further comprising a light emitter and a light receiver, wherein the light emitter and light receiver are disposed on the controller body.
Example 7 relates to the user controller according to Example 1, further comprising a capacitive sensor disposed on the controller body within the thumb sheath.
Example 8 relates to the user controller according to Example 1, further comprising a mechanical sensor disposed on the controller body within the thumb sheath.
Example 9 relates to the user controller according to Example 1, wherein the thumb sheath is adjustable between a retracted position and an extended position.
Example 10 relates to the user controller according to Example 1, further comprising a feedback signal component disposed on an outer surface of the thumb sheath, wherein the feedback signal component is visible to a user.
Example 11 relates to the user controller according to Example 1, wherein a user's thumb is removable from the thumb sheath via the thumb opening or the open side.
In Example 12, a robotic surgical system comprises a system controller, a robotic surgical device operably coupled to the system controller, and a user controller operably coupled to the system controller. The robotic surgical device comprises a device body, at least one robotic arm operably coupled to the device body, and at least one end effector operably coupled to the robotic arm. The user controller comprises a controller body, and a thumb sheath coupled to the controller body, wherein the thumb sheath and the controller body define a thumb opening and a side opening.
Example 13 relates to the robotic surgical system according to Example 12, wherein the thumb sheath comprises a first sheath section extending from the controller body and defining a first wall of the thumb opening, a second sheath section extending from the first sheath second and defining a second wall of the thumb opening, and a third wall of the thumb opening defined by the controller body.
Example 14 relates to the robotic surgical system according to Example 13, wherein the side opening is defined between the second wall and the third wall.
Example 15 relates to the robotic surgical system according to Example 12, wherein the thumb sheath does not form a 360° enclosure around the thumb opening.
Example 16 relates to the robotic surgical system according to Example 12, further comprising a thumb presence sensor disposed within the thumb opening.
Example 17 relates to the robotic surgical system according to Example 16, wherein the thumb presence sensor comprises a light sensor, a capacitive sensor, or a mechanical sensor.
Example 18 relates to the robotic surgical system according to Example 12, wherein the thumb sheath is adjustable between a retracted position and an extended position.
Example 19 relates to the robotic surgical system according to Example 12, further comprising a feedback signal component disposed on an outer surface of the thumb sheath, wherein the feedback signal component is visible to a user.
Example 20 relates to the robotic surgical system according to Example 12, wherein a user's thumb is removable from the thumb sheath via the thumb opening or the side opening.
While multiple embodiments are disclosed, still other embodiments of the present invention will become apparent to those skilled in the art from the following detailed description, which shows and describes illustrative embodiments of the invention. As will be realized, the invention is capable of modifications in various obvious aspects, all without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention. Accordingly, the drawings and detailed description are to be regarded as illustrative in nature and not restrictive.
The various embodiments herein relate to methods and devices for detecting the presence of a user at, on, or using a multi-DOF user input device in which the user grasps the device using a pincer grasp. That is, the various embodiments have a sheath mounted on the input device that is configured to detect the presence of the user's hand. If the user's hand (or more specifically the thumb, according to certain embodiments) is detected by the sheath, the device transmits a signal (“the presence signal”) to the system (such as, for example, the system controller component of the system) that the user is in position and control should be enabled. When the hand is removed, the absence of the “presence signal” can be used to cease use of the device output or, if it is haptically enabled, lock the device in place.
It is understood that the various user controller embodiments herein can be used with various robotic surgical systems in which the user controller is the user interface and is coupled to the surgical system such that the user controller can be used to control a robotic surgical device positioned into or within a cavity of a patient. That is, the various user controller embodiments and related systems and methods disclosed herein can be incorporated into, used in conjunction with, or used as part of any other known robotic surgical systems, devices, or methods. For example, the various embodiments disclosed herein may be incorporated into or used with any of the medical devices and systems disclosed in U.S. Pat. No. 8,968,332 (issued on Mar. 3, 2015 and entitled “Magnetically Coupleable Robotic Devices and Related Methods”), U.S. Pat. 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Thus, the various user controller 8 embodiments disclosed or contemplated herein can be used with any robotic surgical system to operate a robotic device or a component thereof, including such a device that is positioned in or through an incision into a target cavity or tissue of a patient. As such, the user utilizes her thumb and forefinger to manipulate the user controller 8, which thereby actuates the device or components thereof to perform a desired procedure.
In one embodiment, the thumb sheath 40 can sufficiently constrains the user's thumb when it is positioned within the thumb opening 48 such that the thumb can be used to perform a “pinching motion” in conjunction with the forefinger to cause the forefinger restraint 22 to move away from or closer to the body 10 in the directions represented by arrow 42. As such, the thumb sheath 40 can operate in a fashion similar to the known thumb restraint 20 discussed above. In contrast to that restraint 20, however, the sheath 40 also allows two methods of egress for the thumb. That is, the user's thumb can not only be retracted proximally in the direction represented by arrow 46 in the same fashion as possible with the known thumb restraint 20, but can also be moved out of the thumb opening 48 in the direction represented by arrow 44 through the open side 49. As can be seen in
To clarify, the term “user controller” as used herein will refer to the various embodiments of a user input device to be manipulated by a user to provide input to and thereby operate some portion of a robotic system. In contrast, the term “system controller” will refer to any processor, computer or other system controller component (such as a microprocessor or the like) that can be used to operate a system.
Alternatively, any known sensor or sensor technology can be used with the user controller 8 to detect the presence (and absence) of the user's thumb within the sheath 40.
The sensor 51 allows for the user controller 8 (and the system to which the controller 8 is coupled) to utilize the information about the presence or absence of the user's thumb to activate or deactivate mechanical support of the user controller 8. That is, the sensor 51 can be configured to transmit a “presence” signal to the system controller (not shown) of the system (not shown) when the thumb is inserted into the sheath 40 such that the system controller deactivates any mechanical support of the user controller 8. Similarly, the sensor 51 can also be configured to transmit an “absence” signal to the system controller (not shown) when the thumb is retracted from the sheath 40 such that the system controller activates mechanical support of the user controller 8, thereby preventing gravity from causing the user controller 8 from moving in an undesirable fashion that causes the controlled robotic device to also move in an undesirable fashion.
Although the present invention has been described with reference to preferred embodiments, persons skilled in the art will recognize that changes may be made in form and detail without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention.
This application claims priority as a continuation to U.S. patent application Ser. No. 15/826,166, filed Nov. 29, 2017, and entitled “User Controller with User Presence Detection and Related Systems and Methods,” which claims priority to U.S. Provisional Application 62/427,357, filed Nov. 29, 2016, and entitled “Controller with User Presence Detection and Related Systems and Methods,” all of which are hereby incorporated herein by reference in their entireties.
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