Electroadhesive medical devices
US8515510B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 31, 2009 |
| Grant date | Aug 20, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 20, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2016/0027
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method and system for attaching medical devices to a patient are provided. In accordance with an embodiment, a medical device is formed with or is coupled to an attachment structure including a plurality of electrodes capable of generating differential voltages at adjacent electrodes, to thereby provide electrostatic adhesion with the tissue of a patient. In an embodiment, the attachment structure includes an insulative material between the respective electrodes of the plurality of electrodes.
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