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System and method for orientation and movement of remote objects

US9156169B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 13, 2014
Grant dateOct 13, 2015
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Expiry dateMay 13, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06T2207/10004
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

The disclosed invention provides apparatus, systems, and methods for orientating an object in an enclosed area using a magnetic dipole deployed in the enclosed area and thereafter applying an external rotating magnetic field for applying a rotational force to the dipole along one or more selected axis. The external magnetic field is moved to manipulate object in the desired direction(s) of movement.

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