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The present invention provides systems and methods for performing robotically-assisted surgical procedures on a patient. In particular, a three-component surgical system is provided that includes a non-sterile drive and control component, a sterilizable end effector or surgical tool and an intermedi

The present invention provides systems and methods for performing robotically-assisted surgical procedures on a patient. In particular, a three-component surgical system is provided that includes a non-sterile drive and control component, a sterilizable end effector or surgical tool and an intermediate connector component that includes mechanical elements for coupling the surgical tool with the drive and control component and for transferring motion and electrical signals therebetween. The drive and control component is shielded from the sterile surgical site, the surgical tool is sterilizable and disposable and the intermediate connector is sterilizable and reusable. In this manner, the intermediate connector can be sterilized after a surgical procedure without damaging the motors or electrical connections within the drive and control component of the robotic system.

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[ What is claimed is:] [1.] A robotic surgical system for performing a procedure within a sterile field comprising:a surgical tool;a manipulator assembly including a manipulator arm having proximal and distal end portions;a sterile drape covering at least the manipulator arm of the manipulator assem

[ What is claimed is:] [1.] A robotic surgical system for performing a procedure within a sterile field comprising:a surgical tool;a manipulator assembly including a manipulator arm having proximal and distal end portions;a sterile drape covering at least the manipulator arm of the manipulator assembly to shield the manipulator arm from the sterile field; andan adaptor for coupling the distal end portion of the manipulator arm with the surgical tool and transferring at least two degrees of motion from the manipulator assembly to the tool, the adaptor extending through the sterile drape and including one or more electrical connectors for transferring an electrical signal from the manipulator arm to the surgical tool and from the surgical tool to the manipulator arm.