This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent and 1 EPO patent. Top assignee: Ecole Polytechnique Federale De Lausanne. Active years: 2026.
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Years Active: 2026
Title: Colin Darbellay - Innovator in Medical Technology
Introduction
Colin Darbellay is an inventive mind based in La Sarraz, Switzerland. He is currently associated with the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne, where he contributes to advancements in medical technology. Although he has not yet been granted any patents, his work is focused on innovative solutions in the field.
Latest Patent Applications
Colin's notable patent application is titled "Enhanced Torque Steerable Guidewire." This invention provides a steerable guidewire designed for insertion into a body cavity. It features an elongated body that defines a longitudinally-arranged lumen, which includes a proximal end portion and a distal end portion. The distal end comprises a spatially reconfigurable portion and a tip. A pull wire is located along the lumen, affixed to both the distal and proximal ends. An actuation region on the proximal end is adapted to impart a tension force on the pull wire, resulting in a compression force to the spatially reconfigurable region. Additionally, there is an intermediate region tubular element on the body, situated between the spatially reconfigurable portion and the proximal end.
Conclusion
Colin Darbellay is a promising inventor whose work in medical technology, particularly with steerable guidewires, showcases his innovative spirit. His contributions to the field are expected to pave the way for future advancements.