Energy harvester for an implant device
US8135469B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 3, 2008 |
| Grant date | Mar 13, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 16, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/36564
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
This invention relates to the use of an electromagnetic generator and a pressure bladder located within a biological body in such a position to take advantage of the pressure fluctuations found within that body to produce electrical power. The invention uses these pressure fluctuations to displace the moving parts of a generator, to produce electricity in accordance with the Faraday principal, to power implanted devices.
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