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Reluctance and lorentz-force-operated linear drive

US8922067B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 25, 2011
Grant dateDec 30, 2014
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Expiry dateNov 9, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH02K7/14
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A linear motor for optical systems, for example, endoscopes, is described. The motor has a stator with a magnetic guiding member and a coil. The armature of the motor includes two permanent magnets which are of opposite polarity. A pole piece made of soft-magnetic material is provided between the permanent magnets. By applying current to the coil, the armature can be displaced from a rest position in the longitudinal direction.

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