Method and system for synchronizing a plurality of apparatus
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1. A method of synchronization of at least two apparatus comprising:
- providing for each apparatus a central internal clock;
providing to each apparatus signals that determine time and position of each apparatus; and
synchronizing the internal clock of each apparatus with the signals.
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Abstract
A system comprising a plurality of apparatus, each equipped with at least one central unit including an internal clock, the internal clocks being synchronized. At least two of the apparatus receive signals and synchronize their respective internal clock with the signals. The signals can be a radio signal that can be from a satellite, such as a global positioning system. The apparatus may be an imaging apparatus or other devices used in medical technology.
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1. A method of synchronization of at least two apparatus comprising:
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providing for each apparatus a central internal clock;
providing to each apparatus signals that determine time and position of each apparatus; and
synchronizing the internal clock of each apparatus with the signals. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 10, 11)
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4. A radiological imaging system comprising:
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a plurality of apparatus, each provided with at least one central unit including an internal clock, the internal clocks being synchronized;
at least two of the apparatus including means for receiving signals; and
at least two of the apparatus including means for synchronizing their respective internal clock with the signals. - View Dependent Claims (7, 8, 9)
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- 5. The system according to claim 5 wherein the means for receiving is capable of receiving signals from a satellite.
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