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Intraoral X-ray sensor with embedded standard computer interface

US8366318B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 8, 2010
Grant dateFeb 5, 2013
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Expiry dateApr 22, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B2562/187
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

An intraoral x-ray sensor with embedded standard computer interface. The sensor includes a data transfer cable with improved mechanical strength and heat transferring properties. The cable is quad-twisted USB cable and includes two data lines, a ground line, and fillers twisted within a metallic sheath, e.g., a metal braided shield. The cable is symmetrically organized about a centerline. The symmetric cable has an improved life due to the ability to withstand mechanical stress (e.g., rotational stress). The sensor includes a processor and a housing with an inner metallization layer. The sheath is coupled to the inner metallization layer to transfer heat generated by the processor from the inner metallization layer to the sheath.

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