Portable patient monitor with antenna integrated into handle
US6377223B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 11, 1999 |
| Grant date | Apr 23, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 11, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04B1/0346
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An antenna is integrated into the handle of a portable patient monitor or other portable medical diagnostic instrument to enable wireless communication with a central station. The handle is made of a rugged plastic material, e.g., polycarbonate, which protects the antennae against damage. In addition, the plastic material used in the handle does not negatively impact RF transmissions to and from the antenna. The antenna is supported in a pair of slots formed in respective ribs of a molded piece forming a part of the handle.
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