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Fiber optic probes for indwelling investigations

US6366726B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 24, 2000
Grant dateApr 2, 2002
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Expiry dateFeb 24, 2020

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG02B6/29388
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Fiber optic probe assemblies for monitoring light-matter interactions in a medium of interest. The distal end of the probe assemblies can be immersed in the medium for in-situ light delivery and collection. The probe assemblies are particularly useful for indwelling biomedical applications. Design variations include paired fiber configurations and center/ring fiber configurations.

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