Ultrasonic resonator

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2000-03-03

2003-09-09

Dougherty, Thomas M. (Department: 2834)

Electrical generator or motor structure

Non-dynamoelectric

Piezoelectric elements and devices

C310S323180, C310S323190

Reexamination Certificate

active

06617760

ABSTRACT:

FIELD OF THE INVENTION
This invention relates generally to an apparatus for producing transverse and longitudinal ultrasonic vibrations along an elongated wire. More particularly, the is invention relates to an apparatus that can be used for cleaning interior channels of medical devices such as brain shunts and endoscopes, extracting pacemaker leads and other leads in a human body, cleaning investment castings, treating atherosclerotic plaque and thromboses, coring, and drilling.


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