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System and method for selecting a location for marking placement

US7840373B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 30, 2007
Grant dateNov 23, 2010
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Expiry dateMay 30, 2027

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB33Y80/00
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A system and associated method for selecting or creating an area which meets meet a set of marking criteria, for example, corresponding to a minimum surface area; a maximum slope angle; and a minimum deviation from a specified height. A marking station is directed to mark the selected area that meets the marking criteria.

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