Position and orientation measuring with magnetic fields
US6427079B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 9, 1999 |
| Grant date | Jul 30, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 9, 2019 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B5/7257
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Splines of magnetic field values are used by a processor to determine location parameters in a remote location determination system. The location determination system is used on a laser catheter that is operable to perform myocardial revascularization. An automatic calibration technique compensates for any variations in gain in a sensor and related components. Methods for reducing the effects of eddy currents in surrounding conductive objects are used in electromagnetic position and orientation measurement systems.
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