Systems with sonic visualization capability and related methods
US10863969B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 17, 2017 |
| Grant date | Dec 15, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 4, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB06B1/0292
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
According to aspects of the present disclosure, a system for visualizing a target area may include an elongate shaft. The elongate shaft may include a distal portion, a lumen that extends longitudinally through the distal portion, and an opening at the distal end of the distal portion. The opening may be in communication with the lumen. The system also may include a visualization assembly housed within the distal portion of the elongate shaft. The visualization assembly may include a transducer array having a field of view in which the transducer array transceives sound waves. The field of view of the transducer array may cover at least part of the distal portion of the elongate shaft and the target area to facilitate visualization of the part of the distal portion of the elongate shaft and the target area.
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