Specific absorption rate measurement and energy-delivery device characterization using thermal phantom and image analysis
US8188435B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 3, 2010 |
| Grant date | May 29, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 7, 2030 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N5/04
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A system for use in characterizing an energy applicator includes a test fixture assembly. The test fixture assembly includes an interior area defined therein. The system also includes a thermally-sensitive medium disposed in the interior area of the test fixture assembly. The thermally-sensitive medium includes a cut-out portion defining a void in the thermally-sensitive medium. The cut-out portion is configured to receive at least a portion of the energy applicator therein.
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