Keymed (medical & Industrial Equipment) Limited

Ian Michael Ross

George Christopher Parker

Daniel Mark Wallaker

Christopher Paul Robinson

Roger Leslie Gray

Stuart Malcolm Greengrass

Nicki John Paris

An apparatus for simulation of an endoscopy operation. A dummy endoscope () is inserted into a unit () which monitors the position of the dummy instrument and provides force feedback to the instrument in accordance with a stored software model. A virtual image simulating the view from the endoscope is displayed. Additional simulation is provided of an external condition to the patient body, for example patient orientation (), external pressure applied to the body (), () and trans-illumination ().

Method and apparatus for simulation of an endoscopy operation

The present invention provides an apparatus ( ) for use as a borescope or endoscope for viewing an object at a remote or inaccessible location. The apparatus ( ) comprises a tube ( ) having a proximal end and a distal end and means in the tube for obtaining an image of an object and transmitting it to a viewing device. The apparatus ( ) also comprises illumination means comprising an array ( ) of light emitting diodes ( ) mounted on a substrate ( ) and covered by a common protective shield ( ) of optically clear material. The array ( ) may be mounted at the distal end of the tube ( ) adjacent a viewing port ( ). Alternatively, the array ( ) may be mounted at the proximal end of the tube, adjacent the end face ( ) of a bundle of optical fibers which transmit light to the distal end of the tube ( ). The arrangement eliminates the need for an external light source ande light guide, thereby reducing light losses and making the apparatus more compact.

Light source for borescopes and endoscopes

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Leigh-on-Sea, United Kingdom

Ian Michael Ross