A robotic system that moves a surgical instrument in response to the actuation of a control panel that can be operated by the surgeon. The robotic system has an end effector that is adapted to hold a surgical instrument such as an endoscope. The end effector is coupled to a robotic arm assembly which...http://www.google.fr/patents/US5878193?utm_source=gb-gplus-shareBrevet US5878193 - Automated endoscope system for optimal positioning
Automated endoscope system for optimal positioning