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Permanent magnet device for implantation

US4197840A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateSep 29, 1976
Grant dateApr 15, 1980
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Expiry dateSep 29, 1996

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61F2210/009
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A permanent magnet device for implantation in the eyelids including at least two magnet bodies enclosed in substantially shape-dependent manner by an enveloping body consisting of a ductile, tissue-compatible material, the enveloping body being substantially gastight and having at least one constriction in the radial direction.

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