LIMITING AND SETTING THE MAXIMUM SPEED OF BATTERY-POWERED SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS

Abstract

A cordless surgical instrument that is configured to let users set and limit a maximum speed for safer and more precise operation. The tool features a handpiece, a battery, and a control mechanism, along with a special mode that allows the user to program the maximum speed. The instrument includes a processor and a non-transitory memory storing program instructions executable to record a maximum speed set by the user and to limit the speed of the surgical accessory to the recorded maximum during subsequent operation, regardless of the extent of actuation of the control mechanism. Once set, the tool will not exceed the maximum speed. The system uses built-in electronics to record and enforce the maximum speed maximum.

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