Proximity signature for secure communication with implantable medical device
US8682437B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 24, 2008 |
| Grant date | Mar 25, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 15, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04L2209/88
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Systems, devices and methods employing coded magnetic fields or transfer of encryption key information via proximity telemetry are described. The systems, methods and devices help prevent or reduce unintended or unintentional distance telemetry communication between an external medical device and an implantable medical device.
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