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Asymmetric radio frequency coils for magnetic resonance

US6720768B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 5, 2001
Grant dateApr 13, 2004
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Expiry dateJan 29, 2022

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01R33/34046
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Asymmetric radio frequency (RF) coils for magnetic resonance applications are provided. Also provided are time harmonic methods for designing such coils as well as symmetric coils. In addition, methods for converting complex current density functions into discrete capacitive and inductive elements are provided.

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