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Methods and systems for reducing acoustic noise in a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) system

US7309988B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 12, 2006
Grant dateDec 18, 2007
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Expiry dateApr 10, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01R33/3854
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method for reducing acoustic noise in a medical imaging system is described. The method includes attaching a material to an area affected by an acoustic noise generated by the imaging system. The material is configured to bend upon receiving an electrical signal.

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