Clamping device for a portable X-ray imaging device
US10856822B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 26, 2019 |
| Grant date | Dec 8, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 26, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B6/563
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Clamping devices used to assist with operating small, portable x-ray devices are described in this application. In particular, this application describes clamping devices used to connect portable X-ray devices to external support structures. The clamping devices contain a cradle configured to support a portion of a C-arm of a portable x-ray device, the cradle comprising a restraint configured to fit in an upper opening of the C-arm, a mounting plate configured to support a bottom portion of the portable x-ray device, a registration insert configured to mate with an opening in the bottom portion of the portable x-ray device, the registration insert also configured to move laterally along the mounting plate, a connecting member configured to move laterally along the mounting plate, and an attachment device configured to move the connecting member and the registration insert to attach the portable x-ray device to the cradle. Other embodiments are described.
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