18290308. MAGNETIC RESONANCE COIL DEVICE COMPRISING A FLEXIBLE ARRAY WITH MULTIPLE MAGNETIC RESONANCE RECEIVE COILS simplified abstract (KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS N.V.)
MAGNETIC RESONANCE COIL DEVICE COMPRISING A FLEXIBLE ARRAY WITH MULTIPLE MAGNETIC RESONANCE RECEIVE COILS
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Inventor(s)
Christoph Günther Leussler of Hamburg (DE)
Peter Vernickel of Hamburg (DE)
Peter Caesar Mazurkewitz of Hamburg (DE)
Christian Findeklee of Norderstedt (DE)
Josef Scholz of Halstebek (DE)
MAGNETIC RESONANCE COIL DEVICE COMPRISING A FLEXIBLE ARRAY WITH MULTIPLE MAGNETIC RESONANCE RECEIVE COILS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18290308 titled 'MAGNETIC RESONANCE COIL DEVICE COMPRISING A FLEXIBLE ARRAY WITH MULTIPLE MAGNETIC RESONANCE RECEIVE COILS
The invention is a magnetic resonance coil device with a flexible array containing multiple receive coils. This device is designed for receiving magnetic resonance radiofrequency signals in a magnetic resonance system. The device includes an array with receive coils positioned between two flexible outer layers. Some of the receive coils overlap with neighboring coils, creating overlapping regions where spacers are placed. This design allows the device to adapt easily to different parts of the human body.
- The magnetic resonance coil device has a flexible array with multiple receive coils.
- Receive coils are positioned between two outer layers, with some overlapping to create overlapping regions.
- Spacers are placed in the overlapping regions to maintain the coil positions.
- At least one of the outer layers is flexible, allowing the device to conform to various body shapes.
- The device can be easily adapted to different parts of the human body due to its flexible design.
Potential Applications: - Medical imaging - Research in the field of magnetic resonance imaging - Diagnostic procedures in healthcare
Problems Solved: - Adapting magnetic resonance coil devices to different body shapes - Enhancing the flexibility and versatility of magnetic resonance systems
Benefits: - Improved imaging quality - Enhanced patient comfort during magnetic resonance procedures - Increased efficiency in medical diagnostics
Commercial Applications: Title: Flexible Magnetic Resonance Coil Device for Improved Imaging This technology can be utilized in medical facilities, research institutions, and diagnostic centers to enhance the quality and efficiency of magnetic resonance imaging procedures.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the flexible design of the magnetic resonance coil device improve patient comfort during imaging procedures? 2. What are the potential cost-saving benefits of using this innovative coil device in medical diagnostics?
Frequently Updated Research: Researchers are continuously exploring new materials and designs to further enhance the flexibility and performance of magnetic resonance coil devices. Stay updated on the latest advancements in this field to leverage the full potential of this technology.
Original Abstract Submitted
The invention relates to a magnetic resonance coil device comprising a flexible array () with multiple magnetic resonance receive coils (). According to the invention, a magnetic resonance coil device for a magnetic resonance system is provided, comprising an array () with multiple magnetic resonance receive coils () which are configured for receiving a magnetic resonance radiofrequency signal, and two outer layers (), wherein the magnetic resonance receive coils () are arranged between the outer layers () in such a way that at least some of the magnetic resonance receive coils () each partly overlap with at least one other neighboring magnetic resonance receive coil () so that respective overlapping regions between two respective neighboring magnetic resonance receive coils () are formed, wherein within at least some of these overlapping regions at least one spacer () is arranged, respectively, and wherein at least one of the outer layers is flexible. In this way, a versatile magnetic resonance coil device for a magnetic resonance system with an array () of multiple magnetic resonance receive coils () is provided which can be easily adapted to the shape of different parts of the human body.
