Patent ID: 8317681
Filing Date: 2012-11-27
Classification: A61B,A61M,A61N,H04L

Abstract:
1. A probe adapted to operate within, and traverse under peristaltic action, the intestinal tract of a living organism, comprising: a radio frequency identification device, said device comprising: (i) processing logic capable of uniquely identifying itself, (ii) a storage element having at least first data stored therein, and (iii) a transceiver capable of receiving a command from an external device; and a housing, configured to encase said radio frequency device and having at least one dissolvable portion thereof; electrodes capable of generating an electrical current upon activation, said electrodes being in electrical contact with said dissolvable portion; wherein said electrodes are configured to be activated by said command; wherein said probe is ingested by said living organism orally and traverses the digestive system thereof; and wherein said dissolvable portion of said housing comprises a dissolvable diaphragm fitted substantially within an aperture of said housing, said electrodes being configured to cause the dissolution of said diaphragm using said current.