Adam David Hensel

Adam David Hensel is an innovative inventor based in Cincinnati, Ohio (US). With an impressive total of 39 patents to his name, he has made significant contributions to the field of surgical instruments and safety systems.

One of Adam's latest patents is for a surgical instrument comprising a display. This instrument system includes a distal end and a staple cartridge assembly that stores the staples. It is equipped with a firing drive, which consists of an electric motor and a firing member. During a staple firing stroke, the electric motor propels the firing member towards the distal end, ejecting the staples from the cartridge. Conversely, during a retraction stroke, the electric motor retracts the firing member away from the distal end. To provide an alternative, the instrument system also features a manually-operated bailout mechanism that can perform the retraction stroke instead of the electric motor. In addition, there is a controller and a display that communicate the progress of the retraction stroke when the firing member is manually retracted by the bailout mechanism.

Another noteworthy patent by Adam involves needle safety systems. These tissue access devices have sensors designed to occlude a flow path by deflecting a membrane into the path when the devices become dislodged from tissue. The spring-biased sensor can move from a sensor first configuration to a sensor second configuration when the applied force changes. In the sensor second configuration, the membrane is deflected into the flow path.

Throughout his career, Adam has worked with reputable companies such as Cilag International GmbH and the Ohio State Innovation Foundation. He has also collaborated with notable coworkers, including Frederick E Shelton, IV and Jason L Harris.

Adam David Hensel's contributions to surgical instruments and safety systems demonstrate his dedication to advancing medical technology. His patents reflect his innovative mindset and commitment to improving patient care and surgical procedures.