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Method and apparatus for providing precise location of points on the eye

US5620436A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJun 28, 1996
Grant dateApr 15, 1997
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Expiry dateJun 28, 2016

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61F2009/00897
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method and apparatus for providing more precise aiming by an eye tracking system, including a registration, or aiming, laser, that provides for precise location of where the next laser ablation shot will impinge upon the eye. The method and apparatus further includes an aiming assistance fixture that provides a fixed frame of reference for locating the origin of the eye.

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