MAUDE Adverse Event Report: BLUE BELT TECHNOLOGIES RI ROBOTIC DRILL ATTACHMENT; ORTHOPEDIC STEREOTAXIC INSTRUMENT

Catalog Number	ROB10015
Medical Device Problem Code	Detachment of Device or Device Component (2907)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	10/13/2025
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
H11: internal complaint reference: (b)(4).H3, h6: this complaint was opened by smith+nephew to document a product problem associated with a smith+nephew device.The reported problem relates to known inherent device and/or procedural risks that are appropriately documented in our risk files.Smith+nephew will continue to monitor trends in accordance with our post-market surveillance process and take necessary action as required if anticipated severity and/or occurrence rates are exceeded.Smith+nephew has no reason to suspect that the product failed to meet any specifications at the time of manufacture.Based on our review of all currently available information, we are unable to identify a definitive root cause.However, as the use of our product cannot be excluded as a potential cause or contributory factor to the reported issue, we are conservatively submitting this report in accordance with applicable regulations.If additional investigative findings or information becomes available that alters the conclusions of this report, a follow-up report will be submitted as required.
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that, during a real intelligence cori assisted tka surgery, the white ring part inside of the ri robotic drill attachment was dislodged, leaving it damaged and unusable.The procedure was resumed, after a non-significant delay, using an equivalent s+n back-up.No further complications were reported.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
H3, h6: the ri robotic drill attachment, part number rob10015, serial number (b)(6), intended for treatment was returned for evaluation.The reported problem was confirmed with a visual inspection.The device showed exterior wear, including scratches and scuffing from use.The white plastic inner piece was missing from attachment and no epoxy was observed.A functional evaluation was not performed as the complaint has been visually confirmed.A complaint history review was performed by part number, and similar complaints were identified.A review by serial number was performed and no similar complaints were identified.A review of manufacturing and service records indicate the device met all specifications upon release into distribution.The failure mode and associated risk have been anticipated within the risk file and the documented risk level is still adequate.A historical review concluded that no prior escalation actions are applicable to the scope of the reported complaint.We have no reason to suspect that the product failed to meet any product specifications at the time of manufacture.The most likely cause of this event is associated with wear and tear.Based on the investigation, no containment or corrective action is recommended or required at this time.Should any additional information be received, the complaint will be reopened.The failure mode will continue to be closely monitored through complaint investigation and trended through post market surveillance activities.

• Brand Name: RI ROBOTIC DRILL ATTACHMENT
• Common Device Name: ORTHOPEDIC STEREOTAXIC INSTRUMENT
• Manufacturer (Section D): BLUE BELT TECHNOLOGIES; 2905 northwest blvd ste 40; plymouth MN 55441
• Manufacturer (Section G): BLUE BELT TECHNOLOGIES; 2905 northwest blvd ste 40; plymouth MN 55441
• Manufacturer Contact: holly topping ; 1450 brooks rd.; memphis, TN 38116 ; 5123913905
• MDR Report Key: 23436893
• Report Number: 3010266064-2025-00235
• Device Sequence Number: 4758548
• Product Code: OLO
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00885556757345
• UDI-Public: 885556757345
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter State: SC
• Initial Reporter Country: US
• PMA/510(K) Number: K193120
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Serviced by Third Party (Y/N): N
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: Health Professional,Company Representative
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Physician
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 02/02/2026

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Operator of Device: Health Professional
• Device Catalogue Number: ROB10015
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Yes
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Type of Report(Section G): Thirty-Day
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 10/13/2025
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 01/30/2026
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 10/31/2025
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 02/02/2026
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Is the Device Labeled for Single Use? (Y/N): No
• Is This a Single-Use Device that was Reprocessed and Reused on a Patient? (Y/N): No
• Usage of Device: Unknown
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Patient Sex: Unknown