Patent · US Expired

Targeting fixture for a grid template

US6540656B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 17, 2001
Grant dateApr 1, 2003
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Expiry dateMay 17, 2021

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61N2005/1012
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A targeting fixture allows for x-y movement of a targeting fixture with respect to a grid template. The targeting fixture includes a cradle unit, which accepts a seed implanting device. The cradle unit is hingedly connected to a housing surrounding the grid template. The housing is capable of x-y movement by actuation of x-y knobs provided on the housing.

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