The Flex Robotic System
Built by Medrobotics · United States
The The Flex Robotic System is a Research robot developed by Medrobotics (United States), launched 2014.
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Overview
The Flex Robotic System is a research robot, first introduced in 2014. medical snake like robot for single port surgery
Buyer decision signals
Deployments
University of Kentucky, Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Sentara
Viability
Company Liquidated
Certifications & autonomy
Specifications
Category: Research- Payload
- 10 kg
- Reach
- 1,400 mm
- Weight
- 88.5 kg
- Battery
- 8 h
- Launch year
- 2014
- Price
- Contact for quote
- Status
- active
Company profile
- Funding raised
- $164.0M
- Founded
- 2005
Detailed specifications
Safety & certifications1
- Safety Certification
- Tested to IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, EN 60601-1-2:2007/AC:2010 (Electromagnetic Compatibility); also EU clearance.[2][4]
Other9
- Sub Category
- benchtop cobot
- Fda Clearance
- 510(k) clearance (K170453, Class II device)
- Fleet Software
- Omni Fleet
- Company Country
- US
- Navigation Type
- lidar_slam,vision,qr_code
- Procedure Types
- Head and neck surgery (oropharynx, hypopharynx, larynx),Colorectal procedures (anus, rectum, distal colon)
- Controller Model
- Flex console (operator-controlled with Flex Cart and Flex scope).[8]
- Deployment Notes
- Intended for robot-assisted visualization and surgical site access to oropharynx, hypopharynx, larynx, anus, rectum, and distal colon in adults (≥22 years); provides access to difficult-to-reach locations via highly articulated multi-linked scope; two working channels for third-party instruments; on-board 3D HD visualization; small, mobile, quick setup; short learning curve.[1][2][3][4][8]
- Additional Information
- Founded in 1978 as Brooks Automation, a global leader in precision automation for semiconductor and life science industries.,Key differentiator: human-scale footprint — fits same footprint as human operators, ideal for benchtop and mobile applications.,Fastest to deploy: pre-installed and factory-calibrated IntelliGuide Vision and Servo Grippers reduce engineering time.,Highest workspace density: vertical column work envelope enables access to stacked instruments, racks, shelves.,Most energy efficient: consumes 67% less power than traditional cobots, suited for multi-robot installations.,Reliable by design: 40,000+ hour design life, near-zero maintenance.,Multiple Z-axis options and linear rail configurations available for extended reach.,Payload capacities from 0.5 kg to 10 kg and above.,OEM integration enabled via TCS API for seamless robot control from workflow and scheduling software.,GP Flow: no-code programming interface for rapid deployment.,Guidance Programming Language (GPL) available for power users.,IntelliGuide Vision enables automatic teaching, error-proofing, and barcode reading.,Support documentation library available at manuals.brooks.com.,Partners include Molecular Devices in lab automation.,Enterprise pricing inferred from 'contact for quote' context and advanced capabilities.
Who runs it· deployment evidence
3 on record · none maker-verified yet. Each links to its source — open it and judge.
- Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center· United Statessource ↗
- Sentara· United Statessource ↗
- University of Kentucky· United Statessource ↗
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Company milestones
- Jan 2022MilestoneCompany Liquidated
- Jan 2020AcquisitionTechnology Acquired by University of Kentucky
- Jan 2020DeploymentUniversity of Kentucky acquired Flex Robotic System
- May 2017LaunchFDA approval for Flex Robotic System and Flex Colorectal Drive
- 2018AwardTop 10 Robotics Solution Company Award
- 2016LaunchCommercial launch in U.S. hospitals
- 2015LaunchFDA Clearance for Flex Robotic System
- 2014LaunchCE Clearance for Flex Robotic System
More videos
Medrobotics Flex Robotic System Driving Demonstration
Flex® Robotic System - Flexible Technology
T2 Carcinoma of Supraglottis Removed Transorally with Flex® Robotic System at HNO Berlin 2019
TA Flex Robotic System - Rectal Carcinoma
Base of Tongue Resection using the Flex Robotic System
Vocal Cord procedure using the Flex Robotic System
Lingual Tonsillectomy using the Flex Robotic System
Epiglottectomy using the Flex Robotic System
Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the The Flex Robotic System?
- The The Flex Robotic System is developed by Medrobotics, based in United States.
- What type of robot is the The Flex Robotic System?
- The The Flex Robotic System is a Research robot made by Medrobotics.
- How much does the The Flex Robotic System cost?
- Pricing for the The Flex Robotic System is not publicly listed — contact Medrobotics for a quote.
- When was the The Flex Robotic System launched?
- The The Flex Robotic System was launched in 2014.
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