Device to facilitate safe transport of medical radioisotope systems
US12417858B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 12, 2023 |
| Grant date | Sep 16, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 17, 2044 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG21G1/0005
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The present invention relates to a medical radioisotope transport system that securely holds the radiopharmaceutical imaging system or medical elution system to the floor of a vehicle and ensures the protection of the elution system during transportation. The transport system as per the present invention includes at least a floor-mounting device, a support mechanism with transportation plates, and a locking device. The transport system as per the present invention is encompassed with advanced technical and safety features to ensure safe transportation of radiopharmaceuticals ensuring compliance to the regulatory and quality requirements. The transport system as per the present invention is easy to use, and successfully overcome all the complexities involved in prior available methods for transportation of radiopharmaceutical imaging systems or medical radioisotope elution systems.
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