Implantable tracking and monitoring system
First Claim
1. A transponder suitable for long term implantation into a body, comprising:
- a) a container with a biocompatible surface;
b) a receiver within the container, that monitors for at least one coded signal;
c) a transmitter within the container, that transmits a radio signal upon receipt of a coded signal by the receiver;
d) a power supply that is rechargeable after implantation; and
e) an antenna.
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Abstract
Animal and human locating devices and methods are provided that allow tracking and monitoring of lost or kidnapped children, lost elderly people, prisoners, military personnel at risk during war, and animals. The devices and techniques for their use can greatly prolong battery life and, in some cases eliminate the need of battery power altogether, allowing long term implantation. Piezoelectric power generation is described that provides long term maintenance free power through automated recharging, for both locational devices and other electronic implants in a wide range of medical technologies. The implantable devices and systems of their use can locate lost individuals or animals and also monitor their physiological status for prolonged time periods.
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32 Claims
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1. A transponder suitable for long term implantation into a body, comprising:
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a) a container with a biocompatible surface;
b) a receiver within the container, that monitors for at least one coded signal;
c) a transmitter within the container, that transmits a radio signal upon receipt of a coded signal by the receiver;
d) a power supply that is rechargeable after implantation; and
e) an antenna. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12)
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13. A device for finding and monitoring a living animal, comprising a container with a biocompatible surface, a receiver within the container that monitors for at least one activation signal, a transmitter within the container, that transmits a signal upon receipt of a coded signal by the receiver, a power supply that is rechargeable after implantation into the animal and an antenna.
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14. An animal location and monitoring system comprising:
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a) at least one implantable transponder comprising a container with a biocompatible surface, a receiver within the container, that monitors for at least one activation signal, a transmitter within the container, that transmits a signal upon receipt of a coded signal by the receiver, a power supply that is rechargeable after implantation and an antenna;
b) at least one transmitter that can generate an activation signal, wherein the activation signal generated by the transmitter activates the transponder, the activated transponder then transmits a radio signal that may be used to determine the location of the transponder. - View Dependent Claims (15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28)
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29. An electric recharger for an implantable device, comprising a sterile piezoetectric crystal coated with a biocompatible surface, the crystal having at least one vibrating plane with a dimension long enough to absorb energy after insertion into a muscle or other body part, and electrical connections for use with an implantable device.
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30. A method of powering or charging an implantable electronic device, comprising:
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a) supplying a sterile piezoelectric crystal coated with a biocompatible surface, the crystal having at least one vibrating plane with a dimension long enough to absorb energy after insertion into a muscle, and electrical connections for use with an implantable device; and
b) electrically connecting the crystal of a) to the implantable device so that motion exerted onto the crystal is converted into electrical energy that powers the device.
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31. A homing device suitable for long term implantation into a body, comprising:
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a) a container with a biocompatible surface;
b) a transmitter within the container that transmits a homing radio signal; and
c) a power supply that is comprises a piezoelectric crystal that is implanted into the body and generates electricity during muscle movement. - View Dependent Claims (32)
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