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Method for activating an image collecting process

US7295226B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateNov 15, 2000
Grant dateNov 13, 2007
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Expiry dateOct 21, 2022

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B2560/0209
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

The present invention is a method for activating an image collecting process (step 34), comprising the steps of releasing the power source of a component essential to the image collecting process from an inhibition imposed by an external magnet, wherein the invention also provides suitable packaging for storing the imaging system having a magnet, designed for the inside of a body lumen.

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