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Medical imaging device using thermally conducting lens cradle

US10357149B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 11, 2014
Grant dateJul 23, 2019
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Expiry dateJun 30, 2036

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B1/317
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Various embodiments comprise endoscopes (e.g., arthroscopes) for viewing inside a cavity of a body. The endoscopes may include at least one solid state emitter such as a light emitting diode (LED) located at the distal end of the endoscope. The endoscope may comprise a thermally conductive cradle attached to the distal end of the endoscope. The thermally conductive cradle may be configured to dissipate heat generated by the solid state emitter away from the distal end of the endoscope. The thermally conductive cradle may also be electrically conductive. Further, the thermally conductive cradle may also function as a support structure for a plurality of lenses.

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