Image capture device and methods
US7360948B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 13, 2005 |
| Grant date | Apr 22, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 19, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B6/08
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A novel image capture device, system and method are disclosed for use in capturing dental images. One or more devices are integrated within one or more components of the system. Examples of such devices include a radio frequency transmitter, a wireless receiver, a camera, a frame grabber, a beeper, indicator light system, or a transilluminator light. A novel collimator tube insert includes one or more integrated devices. A novel receptor holder includes a docking port for docking a sensor that is used for digital x-ray capture. A novel receptor holder includes multiple arms to allow a holder bar to be positioned in multiple positions for capturing different image types. A novel receptor holder includes a measurement guide for measuring a distance from which an image was taken from a patient. A novel alignment ring includes a sensor port and/or a radio frequency transmitter for transmitting data to other devices.
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