Mobile imaging apparatus
US8708561B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 19, 2010 |
| Grant date | Apr 29, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 22, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B6/588
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
In an exemplary embodiment, an imaging apparatus comprises an arm assembly coupled to an imaging arm. The arm assembly includes a shoulder joint, an elbow joint, and an articulation assembly. The shoulder joint is configured to travel a vertical distance in a substantially linear fashion and provide rotational movement. The imaging arm comprises a first end and a second end. As such, the imaging apparatus is configured to provide radial motion along a path equal to the length of the arm assembly and the imaging arm along the vertical distance and the horizontal distance of the shoulder joint. The imaging apparatus may also comprise a movable cabinet, a monitor, and a control, with the arm assembly coupled to the movable cabinet. Furthermore, the imaging arm may comprise an x-ray source and a sensor, with the monitor displaying data detected by the sensor.
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