Edison Awards named Olympus' Endoeye Flex 3D and the FlexDex Needle Driver as 2019 Edison Award finalists.
What you should know:
1. The products combine Olympus' and FlexDex's technology to offer surgeon a laparoscopic surgical solution.
2. The Endoeye Flex 3D video laparoscope allows for natural 3D vision and depth perception.
3. The FlexDex Needle Driver provides an alternative to robotic surgery because its end-effector and supporting mechanics are designed to mirror a surgeon's hand, wrist and arm movements.
4. Olympus Corp. of the Americas President Randy Clark said, "This prestigious awards program recognizes innovative and game-changing products that are destined to make an impact throughout the world. We are honored to be named an Edison Awards finalist."