Computer-implemented system and method for determining the position of a remote object
US9232909B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 5, 2014 |
| Grant date | Jan 12, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 5, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2034/2051
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The invention provides methods and systems for determining the position of a remote object such as an in vivo medical device such as capsule or probe within a medical patient. Integrated computer and computer executable remote permanent magnetic dipole position and orientation detection system monitors remote object movement. User interface displays remote permanent magnetic dipole location and orientation in a 3-dimensional view. Database stores object position movement in association with time. Magnetic sensor planes detect remote objects with permanent magnetic dipole and generate magnetic field information signal. Computer stores and searches location and posture information use a file.
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