18734658. STAPLER CARTRIDGE ASSEMBLIES AND RELATED DEVICES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS simplified abstract (Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc.)

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STAPLER CARTRIDGE ASSEMBLIES AND RELATED DEVICES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS

Organization Name

Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc.

Inventor(s)

[[:Category:Austin De Maill� of Manhattan MT (US)|Austin De Maill� of Manhattan MT (US)]][[Category:Austin De Maill� of Manhattan MT (US)]]

Jorge Alberto Treviño Blanco of Santa Clara CA (US)

Robert Hubler of San Jose CA (US)

Babak D. Jasemian of Trabuco Canyon CA (US)

Atal Patel of Rancho Santa Margarita CA (US)

STAPLER CARTRIDGE ASSEMBLIES AND RELATED DEVICES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18734658 titled 'STAPLER CARTRIDGE ASSEMBLIES AND RELATED DEVICES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS

The method described in the patent application involves installing a stapler reload cartridge in a stapler instrument by removing a cover from the cartridge housing, placing the cartridge in the stapler instrument, and removing a staple retainer from the staple ejection side of the cartridge.

  • Removing a cover from a side of the stapler reload cartridge housing
  • Installing the stapler reload cartridge in the stapler instrument by placing it in a jaw with the pusher apertures facing the jaw
  • Removing a staple retainer from the staple ejection side of the cartridge
  • The staple ejection side has staple apertures for ejecting staples
  • The method simplifies the process of reloading staples in a stapler instrument

Potential Applications: - Office supplies industry - Stationery stores - Educational institutions

Problems Solved: - Tedious process of reloading staples in a stapler - Ensuring proper alignment of staples in the cartridge

Benefits: - Quick and easy reloading of staples - Reduced downtime for stapler maintenance

Commercial Applications: - Stapler manufacturers - Office supply retailers - Educational institutions

Questions about the technology: 1. How does this method improve the efficiency of stapler reload cartridge installation? 2. What are the potential cost savings associated with this innovation?

Frequently Updated Research: - Ongoing developments in stapler technology - Innovations in office supply organization and efficiency.


Original Abstract Submitted

A method of installing a stapler reload cartridge in a stapler instrument includes removing a cover from a side of a stapler reload cartridge housing a plurality of staples, the side having a plurality of pusher apertures configured to receive staple pushers during loading of the stapler reload cartridge; after removing the cover, installing the stapler reload cartridge in the stapler instrument by placing the stapler reload cartridge in a jaw of the stapler instrument such that the side having the plurality of pusher apertures faces the jaw; and after installing the stapler reload cartridge in the stapler instrument, removing a staple retainer from a staple ejection side of the stapler reload cartridge, the staple ejection side comprising a plurality of staple apertures configured to eject staples from the stapler reload cartridge.

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