External counterpulsation device using electroactive polymer actuators
US7491185B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 21, 2003 |
| Grant date | Feb 17, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 9, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S601/20
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention provides an exterior counterpulsation (ECP) system that includes a garment for being worn on the exterior of a patient's body. The garment includes electroactive polymer (EAP) actuators connected thereto. In one embodiment, the EAP actuators are woven into the garment. In another embodiment, they are mounted to the garment surface.
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