Shape memory polymer actuator and catheter

Details Shape memory polymer actuator and catheter Shape memory polymer actuator and catheter

2007-11-06

2007-11-06

Truong, Kevin T. (Department: 3734)

Surgery

Instruments

Means for inserting or removing conduit within body

Reexamination Certificate

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10713622

ABSTRACT:
An actuator system is provided for acting upon a material in a vessel. The system includes an optical fiber and a shape memory polymer material operatively connected to the optical fiber. The shape memory polymer material is adapted to move from a first shape for moving through said vessel to a second shape where it can act upon said material.

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