Handle system for transport, dock retention and desktop positioning of a portable medical device
US12324705B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 7, 2023 |
| Grant date | Jun 10, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 7, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B8/462
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Apparatuses and methods are disclosed herein for securely docking portable ultrasound imaging devices and/or other medical equipment to stand heads and other support structures. In some embodiments, a portable imaging device can include a movable carrying handle that enables the user to easily secure the imaging device to a stand head by rotating the handle to engage one or more latch mechanisms on the stand head. The user can quickly remove the imaging device from the stand head for transport to another location by disengaging the one or more latches and rotating the handle in the opposite direction. If the new location lacks a stand head or other docking structure, the user can rotate the handle downwardly to act as a stand that elevates the rear portion of the device to facilitate use on a desktop or other surface.
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