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Ultrasonic imaging device with integral display

US6203498A · kind A · utility

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21Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateMay 6, 1999
Grant dateMar 20, 2001
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Expiry dateMay 6, 2019

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B2560/0456
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A hand held ultrasonic imaging device is provided as an integral unit with all components and circuitry necessary for both image acquisition and image display included in a single enclosure. Usually, the device will also include an on-board battery so that it can be used without any power cords or other cables. Preferably, the device is provided as part of a system including a recharging base unit having a receptacle for removably receiving and storing the hand held device.

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