18564199. Patient Transport Apparatus With Asymmetric Throttle Assembly simplified abstract (Stryker Corporation)
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Patient Transport Apparatus With Asymmetric Throttle Assembly
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Anish Paul of Kalamazoo MI (US)
Richard A. Derenne of Portage MI (US)
Tyler Ethen of Portage MI (US)
Patient Transport Apparatus With Asymmetric Throttle Assembly - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18564199 titled 'Patient Transport Apparatus With Asymmetric Throttle Assembly
The patent application describes a patient transport apparatus with a throttle that can be rotated by a user to control propulsion via a wheel drive system.
- Throttle can be rotated between maximum forward and backward positions to modulate propulsion.
- Biasing element pushes the throttle towards a neutral position between the maximum positions.
- Limiter restricts rotation of the throttle, preventing it from going beyond the maximum forward and backward positions.
- Limiter includes a guide that inhibits rotation beyond the maximum positions.
- Guide is positioned closer to the second surface in the neutral position, allowing rotation along different arcs to the maximum positions.
Potential Applications: - Medical transport devices - Mobility aids for individuals with limited mobility
Problems Solved: - Enhanced control over propulsion for patient transport - Improved safety by limiting throttle rotation
Benefits: - Increased user control and comfort - Enhanced safety features for patient transport
Commercial Applications: Title: "Innovative Patient Transport Apparatus for Enhanced Mobility" This technology can be utilized in medical facilities, rehabilitation centers, and home care settings to improve patient transport efficiency and safety.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the throttle rotation mechanism improve user experience?
- The throttle rotation allows users to easily control the propulsion of the transport apparatus, enhancing their overall experience.
2. What are the key safety features incorporated in the apparatus?
- The limiter and biasing element ensure safe and controlled operation of the device, reducing the risk of accidents.
Original Abstract Submitted
A patient transport apparatus with a throttle arranged for rotation by a user between a maximum forward position and a maximum backward position to modulate propulsion via a wheel drive system. A biasing element urges the throttle toward a neutral position defined between the maximum forward and backward positions. A limiter restricts rotation of the throttle and includes a first surface. a second surface. and a guide arranged to abut the first surface to inhibit rotation beyond the maximum forward position and to abut the second surface to inhibit rotation beyond the maximum backward position. The guide is closer to the second surface than to the first surface in the neutral position such that rotation from the neutral position to the maximum forward position occurs along a first arc and rotation from the neutral position to the maximum backward position occurs along a second arc smaller than the first arc.
