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Method and apparatus for interfacing to nerves

  • US 4,026,300 A
  • Filed: 03/14/1975
  • Issued: 05/31/1977
  • Est. Priority Date: 03/14/1975
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. An anatomically implantable electrical device for interfacing to nerves and comprising:

  • electrical lead means;

    coupling means comprising a piece of sheet material secured to one end of said lead means and being shaped to encircle the outer surface of a nerve at a minimum spacing therefrom of 0.3 millimeters, said sheet material having interstices for accommodating vascular flow and receiving anatomic tissue growth after being implanted; and

    input terminal means electrically connected to said one end of said lead means and supported by an inner side of said sheet material so as to contact the embraced nerve.

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