Microtransponder Array for Implant
First Claim
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1. A microtransponder array, comprising:
- an array comprised of adjacent and physically joined wireless microtransponders;
wherein each microtransponder is wirelessly interfaced.
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Abstract
A wireless microtransponder array constructed as a single structure of joined microtransponders. The microtransponders can be configured as a linear array strip with connective material in between. The microtransponders can also be entirely embedded within a strip of material, or joined by a single, common substrate structure.
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74 Claims
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1. A microtransponder array, comprising:
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an array comprised of adjacent and physically joined wireless microtransponders; wherein each microtransponder is wirelessly interfaced. - View Dependent Claims (3, 5, 6, 8, 11, 13, 14)
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48. An electronic device for implantation, comprising:
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an array of physically joined embedded wireless components; wherein the array is ion permeable and resists ingrowth of nonconductive fibrous matter. - View Dependent Claims (49, 50, 51, 52, 53)
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64. A biocompatible electronic module implantable into living tissue, comprising:
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a plurality of electronic devices wirelessly powered and coupled together to form a physically joined array of a size permitting implanting from a needle; and at least one electrical conduction path through said array that connects at least one terminal of said device to surrounding tissue. - View Dependent Claims (66, 67, 70, 71, 72, 74)
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