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Systems and methods for an actively controlled optical imaging device

US11147503B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 29, 2018
Grant dateOct 19, 2021
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Expiry dateJul 24, 2039

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B5/6861
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Systems and methods for a tethered optical imaging probe configured to be integrated into an optical system for medical diagnosis are provided. In one configuration, the present disclosure provides a tethered optical imaging probe including a motor arranged within a swallowable capsule. A rotational speed of the motor is actively controlled by a feedback signal.

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