Prof.Wei-Chih Wang-- Shapeshifting Polymer Actuated Robotic Catheter

Model: Numero uno

Exhibitor: NATIONAL TSING HUA UNIVERSITY GLOBAL RESEARCH & INDUSTRY ALLIANCE

Booth No: N415A

Characteristic

【Characteristic】
Our soft robotic catheter technology includes the following features:
1. Robotic Catheter Tip:
　• A programmable tip using patent-pending self-sensing conductive shape-memory polymer.
　• Enables precise navigation and treatment, eliminating the need for multiple unique tip geometries.
2. Smart Material:
　• Proprietary smart material fortified with multi-phase carbon nanotubes.
　• Provides unparalleled versatility and responsiveness, enabling tip control with over 180 degrees of bending with 1-degree resolution.
　• Capable of bending, twisting, extending, and contracting based on user commands for real-time control and precise adjustments.
3. 5-Axis Motion Control:
　• Supports 5-axis motion, including threading (any length), twisting (180°), stretching/compression (20%), rotation, and bending.
　• Essential for navigating complex anatomical structures.
4. Joystick Control:
　• User-friendly joystick control system allows clinicians to manipulate the catheter with exceptional dexterity.
　• Real-time feedback enhances maneuverability and ensures unparalleled precision during navigation.
5. Self-Sensing Feedback:
　• Self-sensing actuator provides real-time feedback on the catheter’s shape and position.
　• Future enhancements include autonomous bending, position sensing, tip sensing, and haptic feedback.
6. Cost-Effectiveness:
　• Streamlined production processes reduce manufacturing costs to approximately $60 per unit for quantities below 1,000 units.
　• Ensures affordability and accessibility to a wide range of medical institutions.
7. Reduced Diameter and Enhanced Capability:
　• Diameter reduced to 9 French (0.300 cm) with a future goal of less than 4 French (0.130 cm) to accommodate vascular and potential neurovascular applications.
　• Enhances capability in navigating complex arteries.
These innovations collectively enhance the precision, safety, and affordability of medical procedures, significantly improving patient outcomes and advancing the field of medical devices."

【R & D team/Company Profile】
Inventor :Wei-Chih Wang/Microtechnology Laboratory
Led by Dr. Wei-Chih Wang, an esteemed CTO with over 25 years of experience in biomedical device development and numerous patents and publications, our team is poised for innovation. Sam Radochonski, our US CEO, brings over two decades of startup experience in medical devices, complementing Dr. Wang's expertise. Our engineering backbone consists of 張瑜, Daniel Xie, and Rahul Dalal, all premaster candidates at National Tsing Hua University, dedicated to pushing the boundaries of technology. Patrick Wang, our local business development professional, enhances our team with his extensive network and insights into the local market. Together, we're committed to driving advancements in biomedical technology, from early-stage development to commercialization, with a focus on improving patient care and outcomes.

【Contact window】
Wei-Chih Wang, Allen Chang
abong@uw.edu, allenmail202@gmail.com