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TendoNova Ocelot V2 + Modular Additions

Throughout my time in TendoNova, my main focus was on helping develop the next edition of the Ocelot to reduce production costs and increase the breadth of procedures the device can operate on. So far, I have developed a modular addition to translate linear motion into oscillating and rotational motion for BMAC procedures and conducted market research to target operations with new literature or specialized MIS devices. I've also assisted with developing clips with doctor feedback to prevent cannula disconnect during procedures due to repeatedly applied torque, developed a component to replace the encoders on the motor with a PWM + Hall effector module to save on material costs, and programmed FPGAs for products to be shipped out.
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Grendel Taishi Gardiner

Project Timeline

Jan 2025 - Current

HighlightS

PCB design of hall effect sensor component.

Motor power output validation and testing with oscilloscope.

Design of Bistable Clip mechanism to secure cannula mount to cannula while providing easy removal with injection molding manufacturing in mind.

Design and prototype of Oscillating Drill mechanism to attack tougher tissues within the body with injection molding manufacturing in mind.

Creation of development pipelines to target procedures to design end effectors around.

SKILLS

- R&D
- Market Research
- FPGA Use
- PCB Design
- CAD (OnShape)
- Resin Printing (SLS)
- Design for Injection Molding
- FDM Printing
- FDA related Quality control/assurance.

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Oscillating Mechanism

Bistable Clip Mechanism