Method for activating an image collecting process

Details Method for activating an image collecting process Method for activating an image collecting process

2007-11-13

2007-11-13

Boccio, Vincent F. (Department: 2165)

Television

Special applications

Human body observation

C600S109000, C600S114000

Reexamination Certificate

active

10130326

ABSTRACT:
The present invention is a method for activating an image collecting process (step 34), comprising the steps of releasing the power source of a component essential to the image collecting process from an inhibition imposed by an external magnet, wherein the invention also provides suitable packaging for storing the imaging system having a magnet, designed for the inside of a body lumen.

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