Needle curving apparatus

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 5431036
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08135279

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An apparatus for curving a needle is provided which comprises at least two generally cylindrical members rotatably connected to a frame. At least one anvil shaft is positioned substantially between the cylindrical members and is rotatably connected to the frame. A needle is positionable between the anvil shaft and the cylindrical members such that the needle is curvable about the anvil shaft. A driving assembly rotates the cylindrical members and the anvil shaft such that the needle is curved about the anvil shaft and expelled from the apparatus.

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UNITED STATES SURGICAL CORPORATIONNORWALK CT

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Bogart, Michael W Bridgeport, CT 16 96

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