Hybrid electromagnetic device for remote control of micro-nano scale robots, medical tools and implantable devices
US12059242B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 2, 2019 |
| Grant date | Aug 13, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 22, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2205/6054
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Apparatus and systems for providing magnetic fields for controlling micro-devices implanted in a patient body, organ, or tissue. Novel coil configurations are disclosed which provide magnetic fields of adequate strength and directional characteristics over a large operational region with minimal weight and power dissipation, while providing ease of access to the focus regions. Also provided are micro-devices in various size regimes which can be controlled both in position as well as in function (such as release of therapeutic materials), and which are capable of both energy and data transfer with the magnetic field control system.
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