Intuitive announced the first in a series of new software capabilities for da Vinci 5.
The new capabilities include:
- Force Gauge — a speedometer-like visual indicator that shows the force being applied at the Force Feedback instrument tip.
- In-Console Video Replay — an intraoperative feature that enables surgeons to revisit and review key moments from an ongoing procedure — without ever removing their head from the console.
- Network CCM — a new feature that enables hospital teams to process software updates — including Force Gauge and In-Console Video Replay — remotely.
Force Gauge
When using Force Feedback instruments, da Vinci 5 now displays relative real-time force applied to tissue during surgery through Force Gauge—a speedometer-like visual indicator that shows the force being applied at the Force Feedback instrument tip. Force Gauge is designed to support a greater awareness of force applied to tissue, measuring force within a 0–6.5 Newton range.
Recently published data in The American Journal of Surgery suggests that Force Feedback technology can reduce the total amount of force applied during surgery—without negatively impacting primary outcomes such as bowel function or length of hospital stay.
In-Console Video Replay
In-Console Video Replay is an intraoperative feature that enables surgeons to revisit and review video from earlier moments in the same procedure—without ever removing their head from the console. The replay appears directly in their field of view, alongside a live picture-in-picture window for continuous situational awareness.
Fully integrated into the da Vinci 5 system, In-Console Video Replay captures the entire procedure locally and temporarily, to support a surgeon’s real-time decision-making, collaborative review between dual consoles, and improved procedural safety and efficiency.
Network CCM
Force Gauge and In-Console Video Replay will be made available to customers in the U.S. through Network CCM, a real-time system update feature for da Vinci 5. With Network CCM, new software features can be enabled remotely.
Force Gauge, In-Console Video Replay and Network CCM da Vinci 5 software features have all received 510(k) clearance from the FDA. These updates reflect the ongoing software innovation to enhance the da Vinci 5 platform, informed by early customer feedback and supported by our long-term development strategy.
These features may not be available in all countries. Product availability is subject to regulatory approval in the specific market.
