JP-7854756-B1 - Operation training device for robot-assisted work

Abstract

[Problem] To improve the proficiency level of complex devices such as robot-assisted work, we provide an operation training device for robot-assisted work that allows even those with little opportunity to handle actual equipment to practice. [Solution] The robot-assisted work training device of the present invention comprises a monitor capable of displaying training target videos of the robot-assisted work, an image generation unit that sends the training target videos to the monitor, a first operation unit operated by a first part of the worker and mimicking a first part operation unit of the robot-assisted work, and a second operation unit operated by a second part of the worker and mimicking a second part operation unit of the robot-assisted work. The worker can improve their proficiency level while watching actual surgical videos. [Selection Diagram] Figure 3

Inventors

• 櫻澤 信行
• 坂野 博行
• 徐 樹興
• 謝 馨▲猗▼

Assignees

• 櫻澤 信行

Dates

Publication Date

20260507

Application Date

20250901

Claims (8)

1. An operation training device for robot-assisted work performed via a robotic arm, A monitor that displays training videos, which play back footage of past surgeries related to the aforementioned robot-assisted work, An image generation unit that sends the training target video to the monitor, A first operating unit having an operating element at one end of an arm which is operated by a first part of the worker and has a pair of arms, the opening and closing operation of which mimics the opening and closing operation of forceps, An operation training device for robot-assisted work, characterized by comprising a second operation unit which is operated by a second part of the worker and which mimics the operation unit of the second part of the robot-assisted work.
2. An operation training device for robot-assisted work according to claim 1, characterized in that the first part of the worker is the hand and the first operating unit is a hand-operated unit, and the second part of the worker is the foot and the second operating unit is a foot-operated unit.
3. An operation training device for robot-assisted work according to claim 1, characterized in that the operation training device has an indicator unit that shows the operating state of the second operation unit.
4. An operation training device for robot-assisted work according to claim 3, characterized in that the state of the second operation unit is sent as a signal to the image generation unit, and the image generation unit displays the state of the second operation unit and the image generation unit on the monitor.
5. An operation training device for robot-assisted work according to claim 1, characterized in that the training target video is a video that includes the operation of an experienced worker for the trainee to refer to.
6. A training device for robot-assisted work according to claim 1, characterized in that the work performed via the robot arm is a surgical procedure.
7. An operation training device for robot-assisted work according to claim 6, characterized in that the training target video is a video containing actual surgical footage for the trainee to use as a reference.
8. An operation training device for robot-assisted work according to claim 1, characterized in that the second operation unit can change its configuration according to the robot mechanism used for the robot-assisted work.

Description

This invention relates to an operation training device for robot-assisted work, and more particularly to an operation training device for training operators in robot-assisted work requiring proficiency, such as in advanced medical care. In recent years, robot-assisted surgery has attracted attention due to its safety and reduced burden on patients, similar to laparoscopic surgery. Larger hospitals, despite the extremely high initial investment costs, are increasingly adopting robot-assisted surgery systems. For example, the Da Vinci® surgical system utilizes three components: a patient cart equipped with four robotic arms that faces the patient, a surgeon's console operated by the surgeon performing the operation, and a vision cart that integrates both of these components (see, for example, Patent Document 1). In robot-assisted surgery, a patient cart is placed in the operating room, and a surgeon's console is positioned a short distance away from it, where the surgeon performs the necessary operations. The surgeon's console is equipped with special controls for freely manipulating forceps and cameras attached to the robotic arms, and also has foot pedals for switching between forceps and other instruments. In actual surgery, a skilled surgeon can monitor the surgeon's console, operate the controls with both hands, and simultaneously switch the functions of forceps and other instruments at the right time using the foot pedals, allowing them to perform tasks such as tissue incision, excision, hemostasis, and coagulation. With the recent expansion of insurance coverage, the scope of robot-assisted endoscopic surgery has also broadened. In addition to the conventional treatments for prostate cancer, bladder cancer, mediastinal tumors, lung cancer, esophageal cancer, stomach cancer, rectal cancer, pancreatic cancer, and uterine cancer, it now also covers laryngeal and pharyngeal malignancies, common bile duct dilation, liver cancer, colon cancer, kidney cancer, ureteral cancer, and adrenal tumors. U.S. Patent Publication No. 20140358161 This is a schematic diagram showing an example of a robot support system targeted by the operation training device for robot support work according to an embodiment of the present invention.This is a schematic diagram showing the configuration of an operational training device according to an embodiment of the present invention.This is a schematic diagram showing the manual operation section of an operation training device according to an embodiment of the present invention.This is a schematic diagram showing the controls of the hand-operated section of an operation training device according to an embodiment of the present invention.This is a schematic diagram showing the foot control unit of an operation training device according to an embodiment of the present invention.This is a schematic diagram showing an example of a control unit for an operation training device according to an embodiment of the present invention.This is a schematic diagram showing another example of the instruction section of an operation training device according to an embodiment of the present invention.This is a schematic diagram illustrating an example of how the operational training device of the present invention is used, showing an experienced surgeon performing an actual surgery via a robot-assisted surgical system, while a physician designated as a trainee uses the operational training device.This is a schematic diagram illustrating an example of how the operational training device of the present invention can be used, and shows a physician, designated as the operational trainee, using the operational training device alone. The following describes an operational training device for robot-assisted work according to an embodiment of the present invention, with reference to the drawings. The robot-assisted work of this embodiment is targeted at robot-assisted surgery, in which a surgeon, using a robotic arm such as da Vinci® or HINOTORI®, operates various forceps and cameras attached to the end of the robot arm using a dedicated control device called a surgeon console while viewing the screen. Before describing the operation training device of this embodiment, a brief explanation of the robot-assisted surgery system targeted by this embodiment will be given with reference to Figure 1. The robot-assisted surgery system 10 mainly consists of the following three devices: The pageant cart (also called the "operation unit" in some devices) 12 faces the patient undergoing surgery and is equipped with one or more robotic arms 13, each with forceps and a camera at its tip. Based on operation signals from the surgeon (described below), it precisely moves the forceps and other instruments at the end of the arms, enabling the execution of surgeries requiring delicate manipulation. The surgeon console (also called the "surgeon cockpit" in some devices) 14 is operated by the surgeon performing the surgery and in