System and method of aligning an implantable antenna
US8233995B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 6, 2008 |
| Grant date | Jul 31, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 1, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2250/0002
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An implantable restriction system having an antenna capable of being readily and predictably movable to achieve a desired orientation that is effective to communicate with an external device is provided. The antenna can be movably coupled to a housing such that the antenna can float and/or move freely with respect to the housing. The housing can be part of a gimbal element or another component of the system. The antenna can include a weight or a magnetic element to help it achieve the desired orientation. Methods for transcutaneously communicating with an implantable restriction device are also provided.
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