Applicator and applicator assembly

Abstract

According to one aspect of the present invention, an applicator and an applicator assembly can be provided that can stably attach a wearable unit to the skin while inserting a percutaneous sensor into an accurate subcutaneous position.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to an applicator and applicator assembly, and more particularly, to an applicator and applicator assembly for inserting a transdermal sensor for detecting biological information under the skin. Background Technology

[0002] Chronic diseases such as diabetes require continuous management. Early-stage diabetes is often asymptomatic, but as the disease progresses, characteristic symptoms appear, such as excessive thirst, increased appetite, frequent urination, weight loss, general fatigue, itchy skin, and slow-healing wounds on the hands and feet. Further progression of diabetes can lead to complications such as vision impairment, high blood pressure, kidney disease, stroke, periodontal disease, muscle cramps and neuralgia, and gangrene. Systematic blood glucose monitoring and treatment are essential for diagnosing and managing diabetes to prevent complications.

[0003] People with diabetes, or those who do not yet have diabetes but whose blood sugar is too high, need to measure their blood sugar continuously and periodically in order to manage their diabetes or prevent it from developing into diabetes.

[0004] Currently, the mainstream method for measuring blood glucose is blood sampling, which involves collecting blood from a site such as a fingertip and measuring blood glucose in a single measurement. However, the pain and discomfort associated with blood sampling limit this method for continuous and periodic blood glucose monitoring.

[0005] In recent years, to overcome the limitations of blood sampling methods for measuring blood glucose, a blood glucose measurement system that continuously and periodically measures blood glucose by inserting a transcutaneous sensor under the skin has been developed and put into use. Blood glucose measurement systems using transcutaneous sensors are typically arranged to include: a wearable unit that includes a transcutaneous sensor and is configured to attach to the body; an applicator configured to be pre-connected to the wearable unit to insert the transcutaneous sensor under the skin while attaching the wearable unit to the body; and a receiving unit for processing information received from the wearable unit.

[0006] Furthermore, for hygiene and infection prevention reasons, wearable units are typically designed to be discarded after a single use, and applicators are also typically designed to be discarded after a single trigger. In other words, if the transcutaneous sensor is not inserted into the correct subcutaneous position, or the wearable unit is not properly attached to the skin, it must be discarded regardless of the individual lifespan of the wearable unit and applicator. Therefore, to improve the ease of use and cost-effectiveness of blood glucose measurement systems using transcutaneous sensors, there is a need for an applicator that can insert the transcutaneous sensor into the correct subcutaneous position while stably attaching the wearable unit to the skin. Summary of the Invention

[0007] Technical problems to be solved

[0008] One aspect of the present invention is to provide an applicator and applicator assembly that can stably attach a wearable unit to the skin while inserting a transdermal sensor into a precise subcutaneous location.

[0009] The purpose of this invention is not limited to the above description. Other objectives of this invention will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art from the entire contents of this specification.

[0010] Solution

[0011] This invention is defined by the independent claims. Other aspects of the invention are disclosed in the dependent claims.

[0012] An applicator according to one aspect of the invention may include: a main housing having a movable space formed therein; a sensor unit carrier configured to move within the movable space; a bridging pressure portion disposed in either the main housing or the sensor unit carrier; and a bridging member disposed in the other of the main housing or the sensor unit carrier and arranged at a position corresponding to the bridging pressure portion, wherein the bridging member restricts the sensor unit carrier from moving from an initial position to an insertion position by contacting the bridging pressure portion.

[0013] An applicator according to one aspect of the invention includes: a main housing having a movable space formed therein; a sensor unit carrier configured to move within the movable space; a bridging pressure portion disposed in either the main housing or the sensor unit carrier; and a bridging member disposed in the other of the main housing and the sensor unit carrier, arranged at a position corresponding to the bridging pressure portion, and configured to restrict movement of the sensor unit carrier from an initial position to an insertion position.

[0014] The main housing may include columnar members arranged to form the moving space inside the main housing, and having the bridging member pressure section at its end.

[0015] The sensor unit carrier may include: a sensor unit carrier body, configured such that at least a portion thereof is housed in the moving space and moves along the moving space; an extension arm extending from a side end of the sensor unit carrier body and disposed outside the columnar member; and a bridging member, one end of which is connected to the sensor unit carrier body and the other end of which is connected to the extension arm, and disposed at a position facing the pressure portion of the bridging member.

[0016] When the sensor unit carrier is positioned at the initial position, the bridging member can be positioned to contact the bridging member pressure part or to be spaced apart from the bridging member pressure part.

[0017] The sensor unit carrier can move from the initial position to the insertion position along a first direction in the moving space.

[0018] When the sensor unit carrier is positioned at the insertion position, at least a portion of the bridging member can be positioned at a location overlapping at least a portion of the bridging member's pressure application portion.

[0019] An applicator according to one aspect of the invention may include: a main housing having a movable space formed therein along a first direction; a sensor unit carrier configured to be movable relative to the main housing within the movable space; a bridging pressure section disposed in either the main housing or the sensor unit carrier; and a bridging member disposed in the other of the main housing or the sensor unit carrier at a position capable of contacting the bridging pressure section, wherein the restriction on the movement of the sensor unit carrier in the first direction can be released by the shape deformation of the bridging member caused by the pressure applied by the bridging pressure section.

[0020] An applicator according to one aspect of the invention may include: a main housing having a movable space formed therein along a first direction; a sensor unit carrier configured to move relative to the main housing within the movable space; a bridging pressure portion disposed on either the main housing or the sensor unit carrier; and a bridging member disposed on the other of the main housing and the sensor unit carrier at a position capable of contacting the bridging pressure portion to restrict movement of the sensor unit carrier, wherein the restriction on movement of the sensor unit carrier in the first direction can be released by shape deformation of the bridging member caused by pressure from the bridging pressure portion.

[0021] The bridging component may have a weak section, and when pressure is applied by the pressure-applying part of the bridging component, the shape deformation is more concentrated in the weak section compared with other areas.

[0022] The main housing may include columnar members arranged to form the moving space inside the main housing, and having the bridging member pressure section at its end.

[0023] The sensor unit carrier may include: a sensor unit carrier body, configured such that at least a portion thereof is housed in the moving space and moves along the moving space; an extension arm extending from a side end of the sensor unit carrier body and disposed outside the columnar member; and a bridging member, one end of which is connected to the sensor unit carrier body and the other end of which is connected to the extension arm, and disposed at a position facing the pressure portion of the bridging member, wherein the weak portion may be formed at a position closer to a surface of the sensor unit carrier body connected to the bridging member than the front end of the pressure portion of the bridging member.

[0024] The front end of the columnar member adjacent to the pressure application portion of the bridging member may be provided with a carrier slit formed by cutting along the first direction.

[0025] On one surface of the extension arm access portion arranged between the sensor unit carrier body and the extension arm, an extension arm guide groove with a shape corresponding to the carrier slit can be recessed along a first direction.

[0026] As the sensor unit carrier moves along the first direction, the extension arm guide groove can be introduced into the carrier slit, thereby guiding the sensor unit carrier to move in the first direction.

[0027] The weak portion can be formed to have a thinner thickness than the aforementioned bridging member.

[0028] The bridging member pressure application portion may have at least one inclined surface and is arranged at the end of the columnar member in a shape where the cross-section decreases toward the bridging member.

[0029] The bridging member is arranged along a direction intersecting the first direction, and the pressure-applying portion of the bridging member can be arranged along the first direction.

[0030] By breaking the bridging member, the restriction on the movement of the sensor unit carrier in the first direction can be lifted.

[0031] The applicator also includes a handle housing connected to the main housing such that one end of the handle housing contacts and moves with the sensor unit carrier, and the restriction on the first direction movement of the handle housing can be released only when a pressure exceeding a reference pressure is applied to the handle housing, causing the bridging member to deform.

[0032] An applicator assembly according to one aspect of the invention may include: a transmitting unit configured to be delivered to a detection location; a main housing wherein the transmitting unit is detachably fixed to one end of the main housing, and a movement space is formed inside the main housing along a first direction; a sensor unit carrier configured to move along the movement space; a sensor unit including a transdermal sensor component capable of detecting bio-information under the skin of the body, and configured to move together with the sensor unit carrier in the movement space along the first direction and to be coupled to the transmitting unit; a bridging pressure portion disposed on either the main housing or the sensor unit carrier; and a bridging member disposed on the other of the main housing or the sensor unit carrier at a position corresponding to the bridging pressure portion, and configured to deform or break only when the pressure applied to the bridging pressure portion exceeds a reference pressure, wherein the restriction on the movement of the sensor unit carrier in the first direction can be released by the deformation or breakage of the bridging member.

[0033] The bridging element can be configured to extend along a direction intersecting the first direction.

[0034] The bridging component can be arranged to extend along a direction parallel to the first direction.

[0035] An applicator according to one aspect of the invention may include: a main housing forming a space capable of accommodating a first unit; and a unit carrier configured to move within said space.

[0036] The first unit may include a sensor component configured to acquire glucose data.

[0037] An applicator according to one aspect of the invention may include: a main housing having a receiving portion at one end capable of accommodating a first unit and forming a movable space communicating with the receiving portion; and a first unit carrier configured to move within the movable space.

[0038] The housing may include a unit support disposed on one side of the receiving portion to restrict the movement of the first unit.

[0039] As the first unit carrier moves toward the receiving portion, the unit support is pressed by one end of the first unit carrier, causing at least one end of the unit support to twist from a restricted position in contact with the first unit housed in the receiving portion to a released position separated from the first unit.

[0040] An applicator assembly according to one aspect of the invention may include: an applicator configured to discharge a sensor component; and a cap detachably attached to one end of the applicator.

[0041] An applicator according to one aspect of the invention may include: a main housing forming an internal space capable of accommodating a first unit including a sensor component; and a handle housing arranged to overlap at least a portion of the main housing.

[0042] According to one aspect of the invention, the applicator assembly may include a sensor component configured to acquire analyte data.

[0043] According to one aspect of the invention, the sensor component may be a glucose sensor configured to acquire glucose data.

[0044] According to one aspect of the invention, at least a portion of the sensor component may be electrically connected to a circuit board.

[0045] According to one aspect of the invention, at least a portion of the sensor component may have a surface facing or extending toward the skin.

[0046] Invention Effects

[0047] According to one aspect of the invention, an applicator and applicator assembly can be provided that can stably attach a wearable unit to the skin while inserting a transdermal sensor into a precise subcutaneous location.

[0048] According to one aspect of the invention, the applicator and applicator assembly can improve the safety of invasive medical devices.

[0049] According to one aspect of the invention, when a predetermined or greater force is applied to the applicator, the applicator and applicator assembly are capable of inserting a percutaneous sensor member into subcutaneous tissue.

[0050] According to one aspect of the invention, the applicator and applicator assembly are capable of piercing the skin at a speed and force suitable for needle insertion.

[0051] The effects of the present invention are not limited to the above-described matters, but may include matters that can be reasonably inferred by one of ordinary skill in the art from the following description. Attached Figure Description

[0052] Figure 1 This is a perspective view illustrating an exemplary embodiment of the applicator component.

[0053] Figure 2 This is a perspective view showing an exemplary embodiment of the applicator assembly after the cover has been removed.

[0054] Figure 3 This is a perspective view illustrating an exemplary embodiment of the wearable unit.

[0055] Figure 4 This is a conceptual diagram illustrating an exemplary embodiment of a wearable unit attached to the body and a remote terminal.

[0056] Figure 5 This is a perspective view showing an exemplary embodiment of a sensor unit connected with a needle.

[0057] Figure 6 This is a perspective view illustrating an exemplary embodiment of the connection process between the sensor unit and the transmitting unit.

[0058] Figure 7 and Figure 8 This is an exploded perspective view showing an exemplary embodiment of the applicator assembly with the cover removed.

[0059] Figure 9 This is a perspective view showing an exemplary embodiment of the handle housing.

[0060] Figure 10 This is a bottom view showing an exemplary embodiment of the handle housing.

[0061] Figure 11 It is along Figure 9 and Figure 10 The cross-sectional view of the handle housing is taken by line A-A'.

[0062] Figure 12 These are perspective views and partial enlarged views showing exemplary embodiments of the main housing.

[0063] Figure 13 This is a bottom view showing an exemplary embodiment of the main housing.

[0064] Figure 14 This is a plan view showing an exemplary embodiment of the main housing.

[0065] Figure 15 It is along Figure 14 The cross-sectional view of the main shell is taken by line B-B'.

[0066] Figure 16 It is along Figure 14 A three-dimensional view of a partial cross-section of the main shell is taken from line C-C'.

[0067] Figure 17 and Figure 18 This is a perspective view illustrating an exemplary embodiment of the sensor unit carrier.

[0068] Figure 19 This is a perspective view illustrating the connection relationship of the needle carriers.

[0069] Figure 20 This is a perspective view showing an exemplary embodiment of the needle carrier.

[0070] Figure 21 This is an exemplary front view showing the connection relationship between the needle carrier and the sensor unit carrier.

[0071] Figure 22 This is an exploded perspective view showing an exemplary embodiment of the cover.

[0072] Figure 23 It is along Figure 22 The cross-sectional view of the cover taken along the E-E' direction.

[0073] Figures 24 to 26 This is a partially enlarged cross-sectional view illustrating an exemplary embodiment of the applicator assembly with the cap applied.

[0074] Figure 27 This is a partial cross-sectional view showing an exemplary embodiment of the sensor unit carrier being attached to the main housing during the assembly of the applicator assembly.

[0075] Figure 28 and Figure 29 This is a partial cross-sectional view illustrating an exemplary embodiment of the process of attaching the handle housing to the main housing to which the sensor unit carrier is attached during the assembly of the applicator assembly.

[0076] Figure 30 This is an enlarged cross-sectional view showing an exemplary embodiment in which the front end of the fixing protrusion is inserted into the fixing groove during the assembly of the applicator assembly.

[0077] Figure 31 This is an enlarged cross-sectional view showing an exemplary embodiment in which the front end of the fixing protrusion exits the fixing groove during the assembly of the applicator assembly.

[0078] Figures 32 to 34 This is a partial cross-sectional view showing, in sequence, the states of the sensor unit carrier moving from the initial position to the insertion position during the operation of the applicator assembly.

[0079] Figure 35 This is a partial cross-sectional view illustrating an exemplary embodiment in which the needle carrier moves to the retracted position during operation of the applicator assembly.

[0080] Figure 36 This is a partial cross-sectional view illustrating an exemplary embodiment of the state prior to the breakage of the bridging element during operation of the applicator assembly.

[0081] Figure 37 This is a partial cross-sectional view illustrating an exemplary embodiment of a bridging component breaking during operation of the applicator assembly.

[0082] Figure 38 and Figure 39This is a partial cross-sectional view showing an exemplary embodiment of the achievable modified bridging member and the bridging member pressure section.

[0083] Figure 40 These are cross-sectional views and partially enlarged cross-sectional views illustrating an exemplary embodiment of the positional relationship between the first and second movement restrictors in the state prior to operation of the applicator assembly.

[0084] Figure 41 (a) through (c) are enlarged cross-sectional views, in turn, illustrating exemplary embodiments for explaining the positional relationship between the first and second movement restrictors during operation of the applicator assembly.

[0085] Figures 42 to 44 This is a cross-sectional view showing, in sequence, an exemplary embodiment for illustrating the application and release of pressure on the clamping arm protrusion during operation of the applicator assembly.

[0086] Figure 45 and Figure 46 This is a cross-sectional view showing, in sequence, an exemplary embodiment for illustrating how the movement of the transmitting unit is restricted and the movement restriction is lifted by the transmitting unit support during the operation of the applicator assembly.

[0087] Symbol Explanation

[0088] 1: Applicator assembly, 5: External terminal, 10: Applicator, 20: Wearable unit, 30: Sensor unit, 40: Transmitting unit, 50: Cover, 110: Main body housing, 120: Handle housing, 130: Sensor unit carrier, 140: Needle carrier, 150: Elastic member. Detailed Implementation

[0089] Preferred embodiments of the applicator and applicator assembly according to one aspect of the present invention will be described in more detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Embodiments of the invention may be modified in various ways, and the scope of the invention should not be construed as limited to the embodiments described below. These embodiments are provided to explain the invention in further detail to those skilled in the art to which this invention pertains. Therefore, for clarity, the shapes of the elements shown in the drawings may be emphasized or exaggerated.

[0090] The following will refer to Figures 1 to 26 The applicator and applicator components are described in more detail.

[0091] Applicator Components

[0092] Figure 1 This is a perspective view illustrating an exemplary embodiment of the applicator component 1, and Figure 2 This is a perspective view showing an exemplary embodiment of the applicator assembly 1 after the cover 50 has been removed. Figure 3 This is a perspective view illustrating an exemplary embodiment of the wearable unit 20, and Figure 4 This is a conceptual diagram illustrating an exemplary embodiment of a wearable unit 20 attached to body B and a remote terminal 5.

[0093] The applicator assembly 1 may include a wearable unit 20 and an applicator 10 pre-assembled with the wearable unit 20. A removable cover 50 is disposed at one end of the applicator 10. The cover 50 disposed at one end of the applicator 10 prevents the applicator 10 from being arbitrarily triggered and prevents external contaminants or moisture from entering the interior of the applicator assembly 1.

[0094] The wearable unit 20 may include a sensor component 330. The sensor component may be a transdermal sensor component. The transdermal sensor component may be an invasive sensor or a non-invasive sensor including an optical sensor.

[0095] The sensor component 330 can be inserted subcutaneously into the body B to detect biological information. The biological information detected by the percutaneous sensor component 330 may be diverse, but preferred biological information detected by the percutaneous sensor component 330 may be glucose concentration, ketones, glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c), fructosamine, 1,5-anhydroglucosidase, other blood-based markers, or combinations thereof.

[0096] The applicator 10 can be used to deliver the wearable unit 20 to a detection location on the skin, so that the end of the transdermal sensor component 330 included in the wearable unit 20 is inserted subcutaneously into the body B. One end of the wearable unit 20 may be provided with an adhesive component 430, which allows the wearable unit 20 to remain at the detection location for a certain period of time. Preferably, the wearable unit 20 may be configured on the applicator 10 such that the adhesive surface of the adhesive component 430 is exposed when the cover 50 is removed from the applicator assembly 1. The detection location is not limited to a specific location on the body B, but from a convenience perspective, the wearable unit 20 is preferably attached to the skin of body parts such as the upper arm, thigh, or abdomen.

[0097] The wearable unit 20 can be attached to the skin of body B to detect biometric information and wirelessly transmit the detected biometric data to an external terminal 5. The wireless transmission method is not particularly limited and can include Bluetooth (BT), Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), Near Field Communication (NFC), and RFID. The external terminal 5 is also not particularly limited; it can be any device capable of receiving and processing data, such as a portable terminal, dedicated medical equipment, a PC, or a server. As a non-limiting example, the wearable unit 20 can continuously or periodically detect the glucose concentration of body B and transmit the glucose concentration data to the external terminal 5.

[0098] Wearable unit

[0099] Figure 5 This is a perspective view showing an exemplary embodiment of the sensor unit 30 in a state where the needle 1401 is connected, and Figure 6 This is a perspective view illustrating an exemplary embodiment of the connection process between the sensor unit 30 and the transmitting unit 40.

[0100] The wearable unit 20 may include a sensor unit 30 and a transmitting unit 40. The wearable unit 20 may be an integrated unit consisting of the sensor unit 30 and the transmitting unit 40 connected together, and may be disposed inside the applicator 10. In this case, during the triggering process of the applicator 10, the integrated wearable unit 20 consisting of the sensor unit 30 and the transmitting unit 40 may be attached to the skin of the body B.

[0101] Alternatively, the sensor unit 30 and the transmitting unit 40 may be arranged separately within the applicator 10. In this case, the sensor unit 30 and the transmitting unit 40 can be connected and arranged at the detection position during the insertion of the percutaneous sensor member 330 subcutaneously. This can include all of the following situations: the sensor unit 30 and the transmitting unit 40 are connected before the percutaneous sensor member 330 is inserted subcutaneously; the sensor unit 30 and the transmitting unit 40 are connected simultaneously with the insertion of the percutaneous sensor member 330; and the sensor unit 30 and the transmitting unit 40 are connected after the percutaneous sensor member 330 is inserted subcutaneously.

[0102] When the wearable unit 20 is placed inside the applicator 10 with the sensor unit 30 and the transmitting unit 40 separated, the sensor unit 30 can move relative to the transmitting unit 40 during the insertion of the transdermal sensor component 330 subcutaneously, thereby connecting the sensor unit 30 and the transmitting unit 40. In other words, when the transmitting unit 40 is in the detection position, the sensor unit 30 can move towards the transmitting unit 40, thereby achieving subcutaneous insertion of the transdermal sensor component 330.

[0103] When the sensor unit 30 moves toward the transmitting unit 40 to achieve subcutaneous insertion of the percutaneous sensor component 330, compared to the wearable unit 20 which is set as an integral piece, even if a relatively small pushing force is applied to the percutaneous sensor component 330, the percutaneous sensor component 330 can be inserted into the accurate position, and the pain and discomfort caused during the insertion of the percutaneous sensor component 330 into the subcutaneous tissue can be effectively reduced.

[0104] The transmitting unit 40 may include a transmitting unit housing 410 that constitutes the exterior of the transmitting unit 40. A first transmitting unit housing 410a and a second transmitting unit housing 410b may be connected to each other to form the transmitting unit housing 410, and the interior of the transmitting unit housing 410 may house a battery for power supply and electronic units for transmitting bio-information data. The connection portion between the first transmitting unit housing 410a and the second transmitting unit housing 410b may be provided with a sealing portion to prevent external contaminants or moisture from entering the interior of the transmitting unit housing 410.

[0105] At one end of the first transmitting unit housing 410a, a mounting groove 412 for accommodating and connecting the sensor unit 30 may be formed. This mounting groove 412 is recessed towards the inside of the transmitting unit housing 410. The mounting groove 412 may be shaped to recess from one surface of the first transmitting unit housing 410a towards the inside of the transmitting unit housing 410. Preferably, the mounting groove 412 may be shaped to correspond to the sensor unit housing 310 described later. In the region of the first transmitting unit housing 410a on the side where the mounting groove 412 is formed, a side protrusion 414 protruding towards the mounting groove 412 may be provided. The side protrusion 414 may be divided into multiple parts by a dividing portion 415, and the sensor unit housing protrusion 311, described later, may be arranged into the dividing portion 415 during the connection of the sensor unit and the transmitting unit.

[0106] A first access opening 416, connecting the interior and exterior of the transmitting unit housing 410, is formed through a surface of the first transmitting unit housing 410a that has a mounting groove 412. A transmitting unit access portion 420, connected to an electronic unit disposed inside the transmitting unit housing 410, is exposed through the first access opening 416. The shape of the transmitting unit access portion 420 is not limited to the shape shown in the figures; it can be applied in various variations without limitation, as long as its shape allows for electrical connection to the access terminal intended for connection to the transmitting unit access portion 420. The transmitting unit access portion 420 is preferably made of a conductive material; more preferably, from the perspective of contact safety, it can be made of a material or structure that is itself elastic.

[0107] At one end of the boundary between the first transmitting unit housing 410a and the first access opening 416, a fastening latch 413 may be provided, protruding in a direction toward the inside of the mounting groove 412. The fastening latch 413 may be connected to a fastening ring 315, which will be described later. By fastening the fastening latch 413 to the fastening ring 315, a secure connection between the sensor unit 30 and the transmitting unit 40 can be maintained.

[0108] An insertion hole 411 is formed inside the mounting groove 412, the insertion hole 411 being shaped to penetrate the first transmitting unit housing 410a and the second transmitting unit housing 410b. When the percutaneous sensor component 330 is inserted subcutaneously, at least a portion of the needle body 1402 and at least a portion of the percutaneous sensor component 330 can pass through the insertion hole 411 and be inserted subcutaneously. After the end of the percutaneous sensor component 330 is inserted subcutaneously, the needle body 1402 is withdrawn from the skin through the insertion hole 411, while one end of the percutaneous sensor component 330 remains inserted subcutaneously.

[0109] An adhesive member 430 may be disposed at the end of the second transmitting unit housing 410b opposite to the end where the mounting groove 412 is formed. By attaching the adhesive member 430 to the skin, the wearable unit 20 can remain in the detection position for a certain period of time. The adhesive member 430 may have a first adhesive surface attached to the skin and a second adhesive surface attached to one end of the second transmitting unit housing 410b. A protective film may be additionally provided on the first adhesive surface attached to the skin to protect the first adhesive surface before attachment to the skin. The protective film may be an optional component. Figure 6 In this embodiment, the area of ​​the adhesive member 430 is set to be larger than one end of the second transmitting unit housing 410b, but the size and shape of the adhesive member 430 are not necessarily limited to this. The adhesive member 430 may be configured to have an area corresponding to one end of the second transmitting unit housing 410b, or it may be configured to have an area smaller than one end of the second transmitting unit housing 410b. The adhesive member 430 may be provided separately so that the user attaches it to the transmitting unit housing 410 during the insertion of the transdermal sensor member 330 subcutaneously, but it may also include a state in which the adhesive member 430 is pre-attached to the transmitting unit housing 410 disposed inside the applicator assembly 1.

[0110] The side end of the transmitting unit housing 410 may be provided with a transmitting unit housing groove 417. For example, on the side end of the second transmitting unit housing 410b facing the adhesive member 430, a transmitting unit housing groove 417 recessed towards the inside of the transmitting unit housing 410 may be provided. The end of the abutment portion 1164 provided on the transmitting unit support portion 1160, which will be described later, may be arranged inside the transmitting unit housing groove 417. In this case, the transmitting unit 40 can be effectively prevented from arbitrarily detaching from the applicator 10.

[0111] The sensor unit 30 may include: a sensor unit housing 310, which constitutes the exterior of the sensor unit 30; and a transdermal sensor member 330, which is disposed inside the sensor unit housing 310 and configured such that one end is exposed outside the sensor unit housing 310. When the wearable unit 20 is attached to the body B, the end of the transdermal sensor member 330 exposed outside the sensor unit housing 310 can remain inserted subcutaneously, and biometric information can be detected by the transdermal sensor member 330 inserted subcutaneously.

[0112] The sensor unit housing 310 can be formed by connecting a first sensor unit housing 310a and a second sensor unit housing 310b to each other. A sealing portion can be provided at the connection between the first sensor unit housing 310a and the second sensor unit housing 310b to prevent external contaminants or moisture from entering the interior of the sensor unit housing 310. On the side end of the second sensor unit housing 310b, a plurality of recesses 312 are formed at certain intervals along the circumference of the second sensor unit housing 310b. The recesses 312 have a shape that is recessed from the side of the second sensor unit housing 310b. On a surface of the first sensor unit housing 310a facing the second sensor unit housing 310b, sensor unit housing protrusions 311 can be provided, which protrude at positions corresponding to the plurality of recesses 312.

[0113] The sensor unit housing protrusion 311 and recess 312 can be configured such that, when the first sensor unit housing 310a and the second sensor unit housing 310b are connected, the sensor unit housing protrusion 311 is in close contact with the recess 312, or the sensor unit housing protrusion 311 has a shape that can apply pressure to the recess 312. Since the sensor unit housing protrusion 311 remains in close contact with or applies pressure to the recess 312 when the first sensor unit housing 310a and the second sensor unit housing 310b are connected, the first sensor unit housing 310a and the second sensor unit housing 310b can maintain a more secure connection.

[0114] Furthermore, the side protrusion 414 formed on the transmitting unit housing 410 can be configured to have a shape such that, when the sensor unit 30 and the transmitting unit 40 are connected, the side protrusion 414 can make close contact with or apply pressure to the side end of the second sensor unit housing 310b. Through this close contact or pressure, the sensor unit 30 and the transmitting unit 40 can maintain a more secure fixed state. When the sensor unit 30 and the transmitting unit 40 are connected, the sensor unit housing protrusion 311 can be arranged inside the partition 415 formed at the side end of the mounting groove 412. The sensor unit housing protrusion 311 can make close contact with a surface of the first transmitting unit housing 410a forming the partition 415, or a surface of the first transmitting unit housing 410a forming the partition 415 can apply pressure to the sensor unit housing protrusion 311.

[0115] A second access opening 316, connecting the interior and exterior of the sensor unit housing 310, is formed through one end of the second sensor unit housing 310b, which faces the mounting groove 412 when the sensor unit 30 and the transmitting unit 40 are connected. The sensor unit access portion 320, connected to the transdermal sensor component 330, is exposed through the second access opening 316. When the sensor unit 30 and the transmitting unit 40 are connected, the sensor unit access portion 320 and the transmitting unit access portion 420 are in electrical contact with each other, and the bio-information data detected by the transdermal sensor component 330 can be transmitted to the electronic unit disposed in the transmitting unit 40 through the sensor unit access portion 320 and the transmitting unit access portion 420.

[0116] A boss 313 may be provided at the end of the second sensor unit housing 310b facing the transmitting unit 40. The boss 313 is formed in a shape corresponding to the insertion hole 411. A through hole 314 connecting the interior and exterior of the sensor unit housing 310 may be formed through the boss 313. One end of the transdermal sensor member 330, which is intended to be inserted subcutaneously, may be arranged to extend from the interior of the sensor unit housing 310 through the through hole 314 to the exterior of the sensor unit housing 310. The through hole 314 may extend through both the second sensor unit housing 310b and the first sensor unit housing 310a. The needle body 1402 may be arranged to extend through the through hole 314 when the sensor unit 30 and the needle 1401 are connected. At this time, one end of the transdermal sensor member 330 extending to the exterior of the sensor unit housing 310 may be arranged outside the sensor unit housing 310 in a state where it is accommodated inside the needle body 1402. When the sensor unit 30 and the transmitting unit 40 are connected, the circumferential side of the boss 313 and the inner side of the insertion hole 411 of the transmitting unit housing 410 can abut against each other in a tight contact. This allows not only the percutaneous sensor member 330 to be inserted into the accurate position, but also ensures a more secure connection between the sensor unit 30 and the transmitting unit 40. Furthermore, with the sensor unit 30 and the transmitting unit 40 connected, the tight contact between the circumferential side of the boss 313 and the inner side of the insertion hole 411 of the transmitting unit housing 410 effectively prevents external contaminants or moisture from entering the sensor unit access portion 320 and the transmitting unit access portion 420 when the wearable unit 20 is attached to the body B.

[0117] At one end of the boundary between the second sensor unit housing 310b and the second access opening 316, a fastening ring 315 may be provided, protruding in a direction parallel to the protruding direction of the transcutaneous sensor member 330. During the connection process between the sensor unit 30 and the transmitting unit 40, the fastening locking member 413 is fixed to the fastening ring 315, and through the mutual connection of the fastening locking member 413 and the fastening ring 315, the sensor unit 30 and the transmitting unit 40 can maintain a secure connection. In the above description, an example was given where the first transmitting unit housing 410a has a fastening locking member 413 and the second sensor unit housing 310b has a fastening ring 315. However, the present invention also includes the case where the second sensor unit housing 310b has a fastening locking member and the first transmitting unit housing 410a has a fastening ring. Furthermore, the fastening devices for the sensor unit 30 and the transmitting unit 40 are not limited to locking elements and rings. They can be used in various variations as long as they can prevent the sensor unit 30 from moving to the transmitting unit 40 during the insertion of the percutaneous sensor member 330 under the skin, and prevent the sensor unit 30 from separating from the transmitting unit 40 after the sensor unit 30 and the transmitting unit 40 are connected.

[0118] A retaining groove 317 is recessed into one surface of the first sensor unit housing 310a, and the front end of a retaining protrusion 1317 formed on the sensor unit carrier 130 (described later) can be inserted into and disposed in the retaining groove 317. During the insertion of the percutaneous sensor component 330 subcutaneously, the sensor unit 30 moves toward the transmitting unit 40 together with the sensor unit carrier 130, and as the sensor unit 30 moves, the front end of the retaining protrusion 1317 remains inserted into the retaining groove 317, allowing the sensor unit 30 to move while being stably supported by the sensor unit carrier 130. After the percutaneous sensor component 330 is inserted subcutaneously, during the process of the user removing the applicator 10 from the skin, the retaining protrusion 1317 exits from the retaining groove 317, thereby releasing the fixed relationship between the sensor unit carrier 130 and the sensor unit 30.

[0119] Applicator

[0120] Figure 7 and Figure 8 This is an exploded perspective view showing an exemplary embodiment of the applicator assembly 1 with the cover 50 removed. Hereinafter, for ease of explanation, the direction substantially parallel to the insertion direction of the transdermal sensor member 330 is defined as the first direction, and all directions substantially perpendicular to the first direction are defined as the second direction, thereby describing the specific structure of the applicator 10 and the applicator assembly 1.

[0121] The applicator 10 can be configured to deliver the wearable unit 20 to a detection location on the skin. The applicator 10 may include: a main housing 110, one end of which is detachably connected to the transmitting unit 40; a handle housing 120, arranged to move relative to the main housing 110 in a first direction when the percutaneous sensor member 330 is inserted subcutaneously; a sensor unit carrier 130, one end of which is detachably connected to the sensor unit 30 and arranged to move together with the handle housing 120 in the first direction; a needle carrier 140 having a needle body 1402 for inserting the percutaneous sensor member 330 subcutaneously and detachably fixed to the sensor unit carrier 130; and an elastic member 150, one end of which is connected to the sensor unit carrier 130 and the needle carrier 140 respectively to provide a driving force so that the needle body 1402 inserted subcutaneously is withdrawn from the body B.

[0122] In addition to the applicator 10 described above, the applicator assembly 1 may also include: a transmitting unit 40 detachably fixed to one end of the main body housing 110; a sensor unit 30 detachably disposed to one end of the sensor unit carrier 130; and a cover 50 detachably connected to the handle housing 120 to prevent the main body housing 110, on which the transmitting unit 40 is disposed, from being exposed.

[0123] Handle housing

[0124] Figure 9 and Figure 10 These are perspective and bottom views illustrating an exemplary embodiment of the handle housing 120, and Figure 11 It is along Figure 9 and Figure 10 The cross-sectional view of the handle housing 120 is taken from line A-A'.

[0125] The handle housing 120, together with the main housing 110, forms the appearance of the applicator 10. During the insertion of the transdermal sensor component 330 subcutaneously, the user can hold or press the handle housing 120. Although Figures 9 to 11 The handle housing 120 shown is cup-shaped, but its shape is not necessarily limited to cup-shaped; various variations can be adopted as long as the shape can achieve the following functions. However, the cover 50 can be detachably attached to one end of the handle housing 120. Since the cover 50 can be detachably attached by a threaded connection, it is more preferable that the end of the handle housing 120 with threads for threaded connection be configured as a cylindrical structure.

[0126] A first internal space 1202 is formed inside the handle housing 120, which communicates with the outside through a first opening 1201 formed at one end of the handle housing 120. A push arm 1230 may be formed extending from an inner surface of the handle housing 120 facing the first opening 1201 along a first direction. The push arm 1230 may be configured to interact with a fixing portion 1130, described later, and during the assembly of the applicator 10, pressing and moving the fixing portion 1130 by the push arm 1230 can release the temporary movement restriction of the fixing portion 1130 on the sensor unit carrier 130. A push arm slit 1232 may be formed in a shape that divides the end of the push arm 1230, extending from the front end of the push arm 1230 in a direction opposite to the protruding direction of the push arm 1230. An extension 1136, provided in the fixing portion 1130 (described later), can be arranged within the push arm slit 1232 to eliminate interference from movement of the extension 1136 relative to the push arm 1230 during the assembly of the applicator 10 or the subcutaneous insertion of the percutaneous sensor component 330. Figures 9 to 11 The diagram shows a push arm 1230 symmetrically formed based on the push arm slit 1232. However, the shape of the push arm 1230 is not necessarily limited to this. As long as it is a structure that can press and move the fixing part 1130 during the assembly of the applicator 10, it can be applied in various variations. The push arm 1230 can be a device for pressing and moving the fixing part 1130 during the assembly of the applicator 10.

[0127] A carrier fixing baffle 1207 may be provided on an inner surface of the handle housing 120 facing the first opening 1201, positioned adjacent to the push arm 1230. The carrier fixing baffle 1207 may be arranged upright with a shape that corresponds entirely or partially to the circumference of one end of the sensor unit carrier 130. After assembling the applicator 10, the sensor unit carrier 130 may be positioned such that at least one surface of the sensor unit carrier 130 is adjacent to or in close contact with the inner surface of the carrier fixing baffle 1207. In this case, the sensor unit carrier 130 may be positioned such that one end of the sensor unit carrier 130 is positioned at a distance from the inner surface of the handle housing 120 facing the first opening 1201, or is positioned in contact with the inner surface of the handle housing 120 facing the first opening 1201. When the user presses the handle housing 120 in the first direction to insert the transdermal sensor component 330 subcutaneously, the sensor unit carrier 130 can switch to a state where one end of the sensor unit carrier 130 is in contact with the inner surface of the handle housing 120 facing the first opening 1201, or it can remain in a state of contact with the inner surface of the handle housing 120 facing the first opening 1201, while moving together with the handle housing 120 in the first direction. In this case, the sensor unit carrier 130 can move in the first direction while maintaining at least one surface of the sensor unit carrier 130 firmly and tightly in contact with the inner surface of the carrier fixing baffle 1207, and can effectively prevent the handle housing 120 from returning to the initial position after the transdermal insertion of the transdermal sensor component 330 is completed. Furthermore, the sensor unit carrier 130 can move along the first direction together with the handle housing 120 while maintaining a certain distance from the inner surface of the handle housing 120 facing the first opening 1201. During or after the subcutaneous insertion of the percutaneous sensor member 330, it can switch to a state where one end of the sensor unit carrier 130 contacts the inner surface of the handle housing 120 facing the first opening 1201. In this case, during or after the subcutaneous insertion of the percutaneous sensor member 330, at least one surface of the sensor unit carrier 130 is in more secure and tight contact with the inner surface of the carrier fixing baffle 1207. Furthermore, as the carrier fixing baffle 1207 engages with one end of the sensor unit carrier 130, it effectively prevents the handle housing 120 from returning to its initial position.

[0128] On the inner surface of the handle housing 120 forming the first internal space 1202, a guide protrusion 1210 extending in a first direction in a shape protruding toward the first internal space 1202 may be provided. The front end of the guide protrusion 1210 is disposed inside the handle housing guide groove 1142 recessed on the outer surface of the main housing 110, which will be described later, and the interaction between the guide protrusion 1210 and the handle housing guide groove 1142 can guide the movement direction of the handle housing 120 moving in the first direction. The guide protrusions 1210 may be provided in pairs in a symmetrical shape on the inner surface of the handle housing 120, and the handle housing guide groove 1142 may also be recessed at a position corresponding to the guide protrusion 1210 in a shape corresponding to the guide protrusion 1210. In addition, although the case in which the guide protrusion 1210 is formed on the handle housing 120 and the handle housing guide groove 1142 is formed on the main housing 110 has been described as an example, the case in which the guide groove is formed on the handle housing and the guide protrusion is formed on the main housing may also be included.

[0129] The first movement restriction portion 1220 may be formed to protrude from the inner surface of the handle housing 120, which forms the first internal space 1202 of the handle housing 120, toward the center of the first internal space 1202. The first movement restriction portion 1220 may interact with a second movement restriction portion 1150 provided in the main housing 110, which will be described later. Through the interaction between the first movement restriction portion 1220 and the second movement restriction portion 1150, the handle housing 120 attached to the main housing 110 may be restricted from arbitrarily detaching from the main housing 110, or the handle housing 120 may be restricted from moving in a direction opposite to the first direction after the percutaneous sensor member 330 is inserted subcutaneously. The first movement limiting part 1220 can be configured as a locking structure having a wedge-shaped cross-section including an inclined surface 1221 and a support surface 1222. However, the shape of the first movement limiting part 1220 is not necessarily limited to this, and any shape can be applied without restriction, as long as the shape can limit the handle housing 120 from arbitrarily disengaging from the main housing 110 through interaction with the second movement limiting part 1150, or limit the movement of the handle housing 120 in a direction opposite to the first direction after the percutaneous sensor member 330 is inserted subcutaneously. The first movement limiting part 1220 can be a device for limiting the handle housing 120 from arbitrarily disengaging from the main housing 110, or it can be a device for limiting the movement of the percutaneous sensor member 330 in a direction opposite to the first direction of the handle housing 120 after insertion into the subcutaneous tissue through interaction with the second movement limiting part 1150.

[0130] The outer surface of one end of the handle housing 120, where the first opening 1201 is formed, may be provided with a threaded portion 1240 for threaded connection with the cover 50. The threaded portion 1240 formed on the handle housing 120 and the threaded portion 540 formed on the cover 50 (described later) can be threadedly connected, so that the handle housing 120 and the cover 50 can be detachably connected to each other. A locking protrusion 1242 may be provided on the outer surface of the handle housing 120, which has the following shape: protruding outward from the outer surface of the handle housing 120 and extending circumferentially along the handle housing 120. Since the locking protrusion 1242 is configured to abut against the front end of the cover 50, over-tightening of the threaded portion 1240 of the handle housing 120 and the threaded portion 540 of the cover 50 can be prevented when the handle housing 120 and the cover 50 are screwed together. In addition, the handle housing 120 and the cover 50 can be configured such that the end of the locking protrusion 1242 and the cover 50 can be in close contact when they are connected to each other. In this case, external contaminants or moisture can be effectively prevented from entering the interior of the applicator assembly 1.

[0131] Main body shell

[0132] Figure 12 These are perspective views and partial enlarged views illustrating an exemplary embodiment of the main housing 110. Figure 13 This is a bottom view showing an exemplary embodiment of the main housing 110, and Figure 14 This is a plan view showing an exemplary embodiment of the main housing 110. Figure 15 It is along Figure 14 The cross-sectional view of the main body shell 110 taken by line B-B', and Figure 16 It is along Figure 14 A three-dimensional view of a partial cross-section of the main shell 110 taken by line C-C'.

[0133] The main housing 110 is configured to support the sensor unit carrier 130 arranged inside the applicator 10, so as to guide the movement direction of the sensor unit carrier 130 and limit the movement range of the sensor unit carrier 130, and the transmitting unit 40 for attachment to the body B is detachably fixedly arranged at one end of the main housing 110.

[0134] The main housing 110 may include a main housing body portion 1100, which has a circumferential surface with a shape corresponding to the first internal space 1202 of the handle housing 120. The main housing body portion 1100 has a second internal space 1102 inside, which communicates with the outside through a second opening 1101 formed at one end of the main housing 110 adjacent to the handle housing 120. When the main housing 110 and the handle housing 120 are assembled together, the second internal space 1102 formed in the main housing 110 and the first internal space 1202 formed in the handle housing 120 can communicate with each other, thereby forming an internal space (not shown) inside the applicator 10 that is distinct from the outside. Furthermore, the other end of the main housing 110, facing the end with the second opening 1101, can be closed.

[0135] Inside the main housing 110, a columnar member 1110 through which the first moving space 1111 extends in a first direction can be arranged upright. The columnar member 1110 may include a plurality of spacer walls 1112, which extend from the inner surface of the closed other end of the main housing 110 in a direction opposite to the first direction and are arranged upright. The plurality of spacer walls 1112 are configured to surround the first moving space 1111 from the side and can be used to distinguish the second internal space 1102 from the first moving space 1111. During the insertion of the percutaneous sensor component 330 into the subcutaneous tissue, the sensor unit carrier body 1310, the needle carrier 140, and the sensor unit 30 of the sensor unit carrier 130, described later, can move toward the transmitting unit 40 through the first moving space 1111. Furthermore, although the hexagonal prism-shaped column 1110 is described below as an example, the shape of the column 1110 of the present invention is not limited to this. As long as its shape can provide a movement path for the sensor unit carrier body 1310, the needle carrier 140 and the sensor unit 30 during the insertion of the percutaneous sensor component 330 under the skin, it can be applied in various variations.

[0136] A first acceleration locking member 1118 may be provided on the outer surface of any one or more of the plurality of spacers 1112. The first acceleration locking member 1118 has a shape that protrudes outward from the outer surface of the spacer 1112. The first acceleration locking member 1118 may interact with a second acceleration locking member 1328 provided on the sensor unit carrier 130, which will be described later, to provide a movement initiation condition for the sensor unit carrier 130, such that the sensor unit carrier 130 moves in the first direction only when a force greater than a certain amount is applied to the sensor unit carrier 130. That is, since the percutaneous insertion of the transdermal sensor member 330 will only occur when the force applied to the handle housing 120 is sufficient to release the movement restriction of the second acceleration locking member 1328 by the first acceleration locking member 1118, the situation where the user arbitrarily triggers the transdermal sensor member 330 under unexpected circumstances can be effectively prevented.

[0137] Furthermore, for the percutaneous sensor component 330 to be properly inserted subcutaneously, the needle body 1402 needs to move at a speed higher than a reference speed so that the tip of the needle body 1402 pierces the skin surface. By providing acceleration conditions, the needle body 1402 is triggered at a speed higher than the reference speed through the interaction of the first acceleration locking member 1118 and the second acceleration locking member 1328, effectively guiding the percutaneous sensor component 330 to be properly inserted subcutaneously. The first acceleration locking member 1118 can be configured as a locking structure with a wedge-shaped cross-section including an inclined surface 1119a and a support surface 1119b, but the shape of the first acceleration locking member 1118 is not necessarily limited to this. It can be applied in various variations as long as it can provide the movement initiation condition or acceleration condition of the sensor unit carrier 130 through interaction with the second acceleration locking member 1328. The first acceleration locking member 1118 can be a device that provides the movement initiation condition or acceleration condition of the sensor unit carrier 130 through interaction with the second acceleration locking member 1328.

[0138] At the front end of the spacer wall 1112, which has a first acceleration locking member 1118, a bridging member pressure application portion 1116 with a cross-section decreasing towards the front end may be provided. The bridging member pressure application portion 1116 may be configured to apply pressure to the bridging member 1330 provided in the sensor unit carrier 130, which will be described later, thereby deforming or breaking the bridging member 1330. The bridging member pressure application portion 1116 may be arranged at a distance from the bridging member 1330 at a position facing the bridging member 1330. As the sensor unit carrier 130 moves along the first direction, the distance between the bridging member 1330 and the bridging member pressure application portion 1116 becomes closer. In other words, during the initial stage of the sensor unit carrier 130 moving along the first direction, the bridging member 1330 disposed on the sensor unit carrier 130 moves to a position in close contact with the bridging member pressure part 1116, and the movement of the sensor unit carrier 130 along the first direction can only end when a first directional force sufficient to cause the bridging member 1330 to break or deform under the pressure of the bridging member pressure part 1116 is applied to the sensor unit carrier 130. If the bridging member 1330 does not break or deform despite the sensor unit carrier 130 moving along the first direction, the bridging member 1330 will remain pressed against the bridging member pressure part 1116, preventing the sensor unit carrier 130 from moving further along the first direction. That is, through the interaction between the bridging member 1330 and the bridging member pressure part 1116, not only can the user be effectively prevented from arbitrarily triggering the transdermal sensor member 330 under unexpected circumstances, but also sufficient acceleration conditions can be provided so that the transdermal sensor member 330 can be properly inserted subcutaneously.

[0139] A carrier slit 1117 may be provided on the partition wall where the first acceleration locking member 1118 is provided. The carrier slit 1117 is formed through the partition wall in a shape that cuts through the partition wall from the front end of the partition wall 1112 in a direction parallel to the opposite direction to the first direction. From the point of view of structural simplification, it is more preferable that the carrier slit 1117 is formed through the first acceleration locking member 1118 and the bridging member pressure part 1116. The carrier slit 1117 may communicate with the first moving space 1111, and the first moving space 1111 and the second internal space 1102 may communicate through the carrier slit 1117. During the movement of the sensor unit carrier 130 along the first direction, the extension arm connection part 1322 of the sensor unit carrier 130, which will be described later, may enter the interior of the carrier slit 1117. As the extension arm connection part 1322 enters the interior of the carrier slit 1117, the obstruction of the partition wall 1112 to the movement of the extension arm connection part 1322 along the first direction can be eliminated, and the movement of the sensor unit carrier 130 can be guided through the carrier slit 1117. As the extension arm connector 1322 moves along the carrier slit 1117, the sensor unit 30, which is detachably fixed to the end of the sensor unit carrier 130, can be accurately transmitted to the mounting slot 412 of the transmitting unit 40.

[0140] At least one of the first acceleration locking member 1118, the bridging member pressure part 1116, and the carrier slit 1117 can be provided in pairs, and each can be symmetrically arranged on the spacer wall 1112 facing each other.

[0141] On the inner surface of the partition wall 1112 forming the first moving space 1111, a carrier guide groove 1114 recessed along a direction intersecting the first direction may be formed, and the carrier guide groove 1114 may be formed to extend along the first direction. For example, the carrier guide groove 1114 may be formed to be recessed outward from the inner surface of the partition wall 1112.

[0142] The sensor unit carrier 130 may have a carrier guide protrusion 1310a with a shape corresponding to the carrier guide groove 1114. The carrier guide protrusion 1310a may be formed to protrude from one end of the sensor unit carrier body 1310 toward a direction intersecting with the first direction and extend along the first direction. At least one end of the carrier guide protrusion 1310a may be disposed inside the carrier guide groove 1114. The front end of the carrier guide protrusion 1310a may be disposed in the carrier guide groove 1114 to guide the movement of the sensor unit carrier 130, so that the sensor unit carrier 130 moves along the first direction. The figure exemplarily illustrates four carrier guide protrusions 1310a arranged at each corner of the sensor unit carrier 130, and carrier guide grooves 1114 formed at corresponding positions and in corresponding numbers on the inner surface of the columnar member 1110. However, the shape and number of the carrier guide protrusions 1310a and carrier guide grooves 1114 are not necessarily limited to those shown in the figure. As long as the shape and number are capable of guiding the sensor unit carrier 130 to move in the first direction, they can be applied in various variations. The carrier guide protrusions 1310a and carrier guide grooves 1114 can be means for guiding the movement of the sensor unit carrier 130 in the first direction.

[0143] The partition wall support 1113, which serves as a support for the column 1110, can be erected inside the second internal space 1102. The partition wall support 1113 is arranged such that one end is connected to the partition wall 1112 and the other end is connected to the inner wall of the main body shell 1100, thereby improving the structural safety and rigidity of the column 1110 and the main body shell 1100.

[0144] The body extension 1140 can be provided in pairs at one end of the main body housing 1100, and its shape extends from one end of the main body housing 1100 where the second opening 1101 is formed along a direction opposite to the first direction. The handle housing guide groove 1142 can be formed to extend along the first direction from the outer surface of the front end of the body extension 1140 to the outer surface of the other end of the main body housing 1100. That is, the handle housing guide groove 1142 can be formed by extending from the outer surface of the body extension 1140 to the outer surface of the main body housing 1100 and being recessed, with a shape that spans the body extension 1140 and the main body housing 1100. The front end of the guide protrusion 1210 of the handle housing 120 is arranged inside the handle housing guide groove 1142, thereby guiding the movement direction of the handle housing 120 moving along the first direction.

[0145] A second movement restriction portion 1150 may be provided at the front end of the main body extension 1140. A movement restriction locking member receiving portion 1156 may be formed through the front end of the main body extension 1140, and the movement restriction locking member receiving portion 1156 has a shape that cuts the main body extension 1140 along a first direction from the front end of the main body extension 1140. The movement restriction body 1151 is arranged to be received in the movement restriction locking member receiving portion 1156, and the two side ends of the central portion of the movement restriction body 1151 can be connected to the main body extension 1140 through the body connecting portion 1157. Since the two side ends of the central portion of the movement restriction body 1151 are connected to the main body extension 1140 through the body connecting portion 1157, when the movement restriction body 1151 is subjected to an external force, the movement restriction body 1151 can deform in the state of being received in the movement restriction locking member receiving portion 1156. In this invention, the term "deformation" can be used interchangeably with "bending", "folding", "twisting" (including torsional deformation) or "skew". The deformation of the movement limiting body 1151 is temporary and reversible; it can return to its original position and / or shape after the external force is removed. A first movement limiting locking member 1152 may be provided on the outer surface of one end of the movement limiting body 1151, and a second movement limiting locking member 1154 may be provided on the outer surface of the other end of the movement limiting body 1151. Preferably, the first movement limiting locking member 1152 and the second movement limiting locking member 1154 can be arranged to be spaced apart from each other along a first direction. The first movement limiting locking member 1152 can be configured as a locking member structure having a wedge-shaped cross-section including a first inclined surface 1153a and a first support surface 1153b, and the second movement limiting locking member 1154 can also be configured as a locking member structure having a wedge-shaped cross-section including a second inclined surface 1155a and a second support surface 1155b. The first movement limiting locking member 1152 and the second movement limiting locking member 1154 can interact with the first movement limiting part 1220 of the aforementioned handle housing 120, thereby limiting the movement of the handle housing 120.

[0146] The support surface 1222 of the first movement limiting part 1220 can be formed in a direction substantially parallel to the second direction, and the inclined surface 1221 of the first movement limiting part 1220 can be arranged at an angle, such that the protruding end of the support surface 1222 approaches the inner wall of the handle housing 120 in the first direction. The first support surface 1153b of the first movement limiting locking member 1152 can be formed in a direction substantially parallel to the second direction, and the first inclined surface 1153a of the first movement limiting locking member 1152 can be arranged at an angle, such that the protruding end of the first support surface 1153b approaches one end of the movement limiting body 1151 in a direction opposite to the first direction. The second support surface 1155b of the second movement limiting locking member 1154 can be formed in a direction substantially parallel to the second direction, and the second inclined surface 1155a of the second movement limiting locking member 1154 can be arranged at an angle, such that the protruding end of the second support surface 1155b approaches the other end of the movement limiting body 1151 in a direction opposite to the first direction.

[0147] During the assembly of the handle housing 120 and the main housing 110, as the handle housing 120 moves relative to the main housing 110 along the first direction, the inclined surface 1221 of the first movement limiting part 1220 abuts against the first inclined surface 1153a of the first movement limiting locking member 1152. Then, as the handle housing 120 moves further along the first direction, one end of the movement limiting body 1151 deforms toward the second internal space 1102, thereby allowing the first movement limiting part 1220 to pass through the first movement limiting locking member 1152. After the first movement limiting part 1220 passes through the first movement limiting locking member 1152, the movement limiting body 1151 can return to its state before deformation. After the first movement limiting part 1220 passes through the first movement limiting locking member 1152 and the handle housing 120 is connected to the main body housing 110, the support surface 1222 of the first movement limiting part 1220 and the first support surface 1153b of the first movement limiting locking member 1152 are facing each other. In this way, even if a force opposite to the first direction is applied to the handle housing 120, the support surface 1222 of the first movement limiting part 1220 and the first support surface 1153b of the first movement limiting locking member 1152 can support each other, thereby preventing the handle housing 120 from arbitrarily detaching from the main body housing 110.

[0148] During the subcutaneous insertion of the percutaneous sensor component 330, the handle housing 120 moves along the first direction with the inclined surface 1221 of the first movement limiting part 1220 abutting against the second inclined surface 1155a of the second movement limiting lock 1154, and the other end of the movement limiting body 1151 deforms toward the second internal space 1102, so that the first movement limiting part 1220 passes through the second movement limiting lock 1154. After the first movement limiting part 1220 passes through the second movement limiting lock 1154, the movement limiting body 1151 can return to its state before deformation. After the first movement limiting part 1220 passes through the second movement limiting lock 1154 and the subcutaneous insertion of the percutaneous sensor component 330 is completed, the support surface 1222 of the first movement limiting part 1220 and the second support surface 1155b of the second movement limiting lock 1154 are facing each other, thereby restricting the movement of the handle housing 120 in the opposite direction to the first direction. In other words, after the percutaneous sensor component 330 is inserted subcutaneously, the interaction between the first movement restriction part 1220 and the second movement restriction part 1150 can prevent the handle housing 120 from returning to the position before the percutaneous sensor component 330 was inserted, thereby effectively preventing the applicator 10 from being used again after being triggered.

[0149] A fixing part 1130 may be provided on any one of the multiple partition walls 1112 to restrict arbitrary movement of the sensor unit carrier 130 during assembly of the applicator 10. At the front end of the partition wall 1112 with the fixing part 1130, a first groove 1135a and a second groove 1135b, spaced apart and parallel to each other, may be formed. The first groove 1135a and the second groove 1135b are formed to cut the partition wall 1112 from its front end along a first direction. A bracket 1134 is erected between the first groove 1135a and the second groove 1135b in a direction parallel to the first direction, and a fixing protrusion 1137 protruding toward the first moving space 1111 may be provided on a surface of the bracket 1134 facing the first moving space 1111. On another surface of the support 1134, opposite to the surface where the fixing protrusion 1137 is formed, a pressure-applying moving extension 1136 extending from the other surface of the support 1134 may be provided, and a pressure-applying moving part 1131 may be provided at the protruding front end of the pressure-applying moving extension 1136. The pressure-applying moving part 1131 may include a pressure-applying moving main body 1132 connected to the pressure-applying moving extension 1136 and pressure-applying moving wings 1133 provided at two side ends of the pressure-applying moving main body 1132. The pressure-applying moving wings 1133 may have a pressure-applying inclined surface 1133a, which has a shape that approaches the partition wall 1112 along a first direction.

[0150] As described below, a fixing groove 1340 with a shape corresponding to the fixing protrusion 1137 can be recessed into one surface of the sensor unit carrier body 1310. When the position of the sensor unit carrier 130 is defined as the initial position when the user does not press the handle housing 120 (i.e., the percutaneous sensor member 330 is not triggered and subcutaneously inserted), and the position of the sensor unit carrier 130 is defined as the insertion position when the user presses the handle housing 120 (i.e., the percutaneous sensor member 330 is triggered and subcutaneously inserted), the fixing groove 1340 is preferably recessed into one surface of the sensor unit carrier body 1310, such that the fixing groove 1340 and the fixing protrusion 1137 of the sensor unit carrier 130 in the initial position are positioned at corresponding positions.

[0151] During the process of inserting the sensor unit carrier body 1310 into the first moving space 1111 to assemble the applicator 10, the fixing protrusion 1137 abuts against a surface of the sensor unit carrier body 1310, causing the bracket 1134 to deform outward, while the fixing part 1130 remains in a state of moving away from the first moving space 1111. Then, when the sensor unit carrier body 1310 is pushed into the first moving space 1111 along the first direction until the fixing protrusion 1137 corresponds to the fixing groove 1340, the front end of the fixing protrusion 1137 is introduced and arranged inside the fixing groove 1340, and the bracket 1134 returns to its state before deformation. As the front end of the fixing protrusion 1137 is introduced into the fixing groove 1340, any movement of the sensor unit carrier 130 in the first direction or in the opposite direction is restricted, and then the connection operation of the handle housing 120 and the main body housing 110 can be performed.

[0152] During the process of connecting the handle housing 120 to the main housing 110, the front end of the push arm 1230 provided in the handle housing 120 abuts against the pressure moving ramp 1133a of the pressure moving wing 1133. As the front end of the push arm 1230 moves along the first direction while abutting against the pressure moving ramp 1133a and applies pressure to the pressure moving wing 1133, the bracket 1134 deforms outward, allowing the pressure moving part 1131 to be pushed away from the sensor unit carrier body 1310. As the pressure moving part 1131 is pushed away from the sensor unit carrier body 1310, the front end of the fixing protrusion 1137 moves to a position separated from the fixing groove 1340, thereby releasing the restriction of the fixing part 1130 on the arbitrary movement of the sensor unit carrier 130. Since the applicator 10 can be assembled while the sensor unit carrier 130 is held in its initial position by the fixing part 1130, the work efficiency during the assembly of the applicator 10 can be improved more effectively.

[0153] The main housing 110 may have a transmitting unit receiving portion 1104 at its closed end opposite to the second opening 1101, capable of accommodating the transmitting unit 40. The transmitting unit receiving portion 1104 may be formed in a shape that is recessed from the outside of the main housing 110 into the second internal space 1102. Preferably, the transmitting unit receiving portion 1104 may be formed in a shape that corresponds to the shape of the transmitting unit housing 410, so that the transmitting unit housing 410 can be accommodated inside it. Preferably, the transmitting unit receiving portion 1104 may be formed in a recessed depth such that when one end of the applicator 10 is in close contact with the skin while the transmitting unit 40 is accommodated in the transmitting unit receiving portion 1104, the adhesive member 430 provided on the transmitting unit 40 can be attached to the skin.

[0154] A third opening 1106 connecting the transmitting unit receiving portion 1104 and the first moving space 1111 can penetrate one end of the main housing 110 where the transmitting unit receiving portion 1104 is formed. During the insertion of the percutaneous sensor component 330 subcutaneously, the sensor unit 30, which has moved in the first moving space 1111 along the first direction, can pass through the third opening 1106 and be transferred to the mounting slot 412 of the transmitting unit 40 received in the transmitting unit receiving portion 1104.

[0155] A transmitting unit support portion 1160 may be provided on both sides of the transmitting unit receiving portion 1104 to prevent the transmitting unit 40 from arbitrarily detaching from the transmitting unit receiving portion 1104. A support hook receiving space 1161 may be provided on both sides of the transmitting unit receiving portion 1104, and the support hook receiving space 1161 extends through the closed end of the main body housing 110. A transmitting unit support hook 1162, configured to support the transmitting unit 40, may be arranged to be received in the support hook receiving space 1161. The transmitting unit support hook 1162 may be supported by a support hook access portion 1166, which extends from the end of the main body housing 110 forming the support hook receiving space 1161 and connects to the two side ends of the transmitting unit support hook 1162. Since the transmitting unit support hook 1162 is connected to the support hook access portion 1166 extending from the end of the main housing 110 and arranged in the support hook receiving space 1161, when an external force is applied to the transmitting unit support hook 1162, the support hook access portion 1166 may deform, thereby changing the position of the transmitting unit support hook 1162.

[0156] The transmitting unit support hook 1162 may include a hook portion 1164 protruding in the direction toward the transmitting unit receiving portion 1104 and a pressure receiving portion 1165 protruding in the opposite direction to the transmitting unit receiving portion 1104. The front end of the hook portion 1164 may be inserted into the transmitting unit housing groove 417 of the transmitting unit 40 received in the transmitting unit receiving portion 1104. The transmitting unit 40 received in the transmitting unit receiving portion 1104 may be supported by the hook portion 1164 whose front end is inserted into the transmitting unit housing groove 417 to prevent it from arbitrarily disengaging from the transmitting unit receiving portion 1104. A pressure receiving slope 1165a may be formed on the pressure receiving portion 1165, which is inclinedly arranged to be close to the transmitting unit receiving portion 1104 along a first direction. The extension arm pressing portion 1326 of the sensor unit carrier 130, described later, can apply pressure to the inclined surface 1165a of the pressure receiving portion, thereby causing the transmitting unit support hook 1162 to rotate in a direction away from the transmitting unit receiving portion 1104. That is, during the insertion of the percutaneous sensor member 330 under the skin, the sensor unit carrier 130 moves together with the sensor unit 30 in the first direction. At the same time as the sensor unit 30 is transferred from the sensor unit carrier 130 to the transmitting unit 40, or at a time point slightly earlier than the time point when the sensor unit 30 is transferred from the sensor unit carrier 130 to the transmitting unit 40, the extension arm pressing portion 1326 applies pressure to the inclined surface 1165a of the pressure receiving portion, thereby releasing the restriction on the movement of the transmitting unit 40 by the abutment portion 1164. Furthermore, during the manufacturing of the applicator assembly 1, when the dispensing unit 40 is placed into the dispensing unit receiving portion 1104, the dispensing unit support hook 1162 is pressed by the dispensing unit housing 410, causing it to twist and move in a direction spaced apart from the dispensing unit receiving portion 1104. When the dispensing unit 40 is fully installed in the dispensing unit receiving portion 1104, the twisted dispensing support hook 1162 can return to its original state, and the front end of the abutment portion 1164 can be arranged inside the dispensing unit housing groove 417. Since the dispensing unit support portion 1160 is configured to release the movement restriction of the dispensing unit 40 only when the worker or user intentionally moves it during the assembly or use of the applicator assembly 1, the convenience of the assembly operation and the ease of use of the applicator assembly 1 can be improved more effectively.

[0157] On any one or more inner surfaces of the partition wall 1112 forming the first moving space 1111, a clamping arm guide groove 1120 extending in a first direction may be formed in an outwardly recessed shape. The clamping arm 1422 of the needle carrier 140, described later, may be arranged in the clamping arm guide groove 1120 to guide the moving direction of the needle carrier 140. A stepped portion 1121 is formed at the center of the clamping arm guide groove 1120. This stepped portion 1121 protrudes at a height approximately corresponding to the surface of the partition wall 1112 where the clamping arm guide groove 1120 is formed, and a first stepped inclined surface 1123 and a second stepped inclined surface 1124 may be formed at one end and the other end of the stepped portion 1121, respectively. The first stepped inclined surface 1123 may be arranged obliquely in a shape close to the first moving space 1111 in the first direction, and the second stepped inclined surface 1124 may be arranged obliquely in a shape away from the first moving space 1111 in the first direction.

[0158] When assembling the applicator assembly 1, the needle carrier 140 enters the first moving space 1111 along the first direction, and the needle carrier 140 can move to an initial position with the clamping arm 1422 arranged in the clamping arm guide groove 1120. When the needle carrier 140 is arranged in the initial position, the clamping arm protrusion 1424 formed on the clamping arm 1422 can pass through the first stepped inclined surface 1123 or be located just before passing through the first stepped inclined surface 1123. Thereafter, as the needle carrier 140 moves further along the first direction, the clamping arm protrusion 1424 can come into close contact with the stepped portion 1121 and be pressed inward, and during the movement of the needle carrier 140, the sensor unit 30 can remain more firmly fixed to the inwardly pressed clamping arm 1422.

[0159] Furthermore, as the needle carrier 140 moves further along the first direction to the insertion position, the clamping arm protrusion 1424 passes through the second stepped inclined surface 1124. As the clamping arm protrusion 1424 passes through the second stepped inclined surface 1124, the pressure exerted by the step portion 1121 on the clamping arm protrusion 1424 can be released. That is, during the insertion of the percutaneous sensor component 330 subcutaneously, the pressure exerted by the step portion 1121 on the clamping arm protrusion 1424 can be released either simultaneously with or before the sensor unit 30 is transferred to the mounting slot 412 of the transmitting unit 40. This not only effectively prevents the sensor unit 30 from detaching from the designated position inside the applicator 10 during the insertion of the percutaneous sensor component 330 subcutaneously, but also effectively prevents the sensor unit 30 from being dragged by the clamping arm 1422 in a direction opposite to the first direction after the percutaneous sensor component 330 is inserted subcutaneously.

[0160] Sensor unit carrier

[0161] Figure 17 and Figure 18 This is a perspective view showing an exemplary embodiment of the sensor unit carrier 130.

[0162] The sensor unit carrier 130 can be disposed inside the applicator assembly 1 such that it moves along a first direction together with the needle carrier 140 and the sensor unit 30 during the insertion of the percutaneous sensor member 330 subcutaneously. After the percutaneous sensor member 330 is inserted subcutaneously, the needle carrier 140 can move to a retracted position, causing the needle body 1402 to withdraw from the skin, while the sensor unit carrier 130 remains in the inserted position.

[0163] The sensor unit carrier 130 may include a sensor unit carrier body 1310 constituting the skeleton of the sensor unit carrier 130, and the sensor unit carrier body 1310 may have a second moving space 1312 open at the front. After the percutaneous sensor member 330 is inserted subcutaneously, the needle carrier 140 can move to the retracted position through the second moving space 1312. At one end of the sensor unit carrier body 1310 adjacent to the third opening 1106 formed in the main body housing 110, a fourth opening 1312' may be formed to communicate with the outside and the second moving space 1312. The needle body 1402 may protrude toward the outside of the sensor unit carrier body 1310 through the fourth opening 1312'. The side of the sensor unit carrier body 1310 facing the third opening 1106 is provided with a fixing protrusion 1317 in the shape of protruding toward the third opening 1106, and the sensor unit 30 can be more firmly fixed to the sensor unit carrier 130 by inserting the front end of the fixing protrusion 1317 into the fixing groove 317 of the sensor unit 30.

[0164] At the corner of the side end of the sensor unit carrier body 1310, a carrier guide protrusion 1310a, protruding outward, extends along a first direction. The front end of the carrier guide protrusion 1310a is disposed inside the carrier guide groove 1114 formed on the columnar member 1110. The movement direction of the sensor unit carrier body 1310 moving along the first direction can be guided by the carrier guide protrusion 1310a and the carrier guide groove 1114. A needle carrier guide protrusion 1313 can be provided on the inner surface of the sensor unit carrier body 1310 forming the second moving space 1312. The needle carrier guide protrusion 1313 is formed to protrude from the inner surface of the sensor unit carrier body 1310 toward the center of the second moving space 1312 and extend along the first direction. The front end of the needle carrier guide protrusion 1313 is disposed inside the needle carrier guide groove 1415 formed in the needle carrier body 1410, which will be described later, and the movement direction of the needle carrier 140, which moves in a direction opposite to the first direction, can be guided by the needle carrier guide protrusion 1313 and the needle carrier guide groove 1415.

[0165] A sliding groove 1319 may be disposed on the inner surface of the sensor unit carrier body 1310 adjacent to the handle housing 120. The sliding groove 1319 is formed to be recessed from the inner surface of the front end of the sensor unit carrier body 1310 and extend along a first direction. Preferably, the sliding groove 1319 is formed at a position adjacent to the open front side of the second movement space 1312. A sensor unit carrier stop 1318 may be disposed in the sliding groove 1319. The sensor unit carrier stop 1318 has a stop slope 1318a and a stop limiting surface 1318b formed on it. Since the needle carrier locking member 1434 of the needle carrier 140, described later, remains restricted by the sensor unit carrier stop 1318, the needle carrier 140 can move together with the sensor unit carrier 130 along the first direction during the insertion of the percutaneous sensor member 330 subcutaneously. The stop limiting surface 1318b may be formed in a direction substantially parallel to the second direction, and the stop inclined surface 1318a may be arranged at an angle such that it approaches the sliding groove 1319 from the protruding end of the stop limiting surface 1318b in a direction opposite to the first direction.

[0166] The extension arm 1320 may be configured to protrude outward from both outer surfaces of the sensor unit carrier body 1310 and extend along a first direction. An extension arm connecting portion 1322 may be disposed between the sensor unit carrier body 1310 and the extension arm 1320. An extension arm guide groove 1324 may be recessed in the extension arm connecting portion 1322 along the first direction. Preferably, the extension arm guide groove 1324 may be formed in a position and shape corresponding to the carrier slit 1117 of the columnar member 1110. During the process of the sensor unit carrier body 1310 moving along the first direction to insert the percutaneous sensor member 330 subcutaneously, the extension arm connecting portion 1322 with the extension arm guide groove 1324 is introduced into the carrier slit 1117 of the columnar member 1110. This not only guides the movement direction of the sensor unit carrier 130 moving along the first direction through the carrier slit 1117 and the extension arm guide groove 1324, but also eliminates interference from the columnar member 1110 on the first-direction movement of the sensor unit carrier 130.

[0167] The second acceleration locking member 1328 may be disposed on a surface of the extension arm 1320 facing the sensor unit carrier body 1310 and formed to protrude toward the sensor unit carrier body 1310. The second acceleration locking member 1328 may include: a support surface 1328b formed in a direction substantially parallel to the second direction; and an inclined surface 1328a arranged obliquely to gradually approach a surface of the extension arm 1320 from the protruding end of the support surface 1328b along the first direction. The second acceleration locking member 1328 can prevent the user from arbitrarily triggering the applicator 10 under unintended circumstances by interacting with the first acceleration locking member 1118 disposed on the main body housing 110, can provide sufficient acceleration conditions for the needle body 1402 when the percutaneous sensor member 330 is inserted subcutaneously, and can prevent the sensor unit carrier 130 from moving in a direction opposite to the first direction after the percutaneous sensor member 330 is inserted subcutaneously.

[0168] When the sensor unit carrier 130 is in its initial position, the inclined surfaces 1119a of the first acceleration locking member 1118 and 1328a of the second acceleration locking member 1328 are spaced apart or abutted against each other. When the user presses the handle housing 120 in the first direction, causing the sensor unit carrier 130 to move in the first direction, the inclined surfaces 1119a of the first acceleration locking member 1118 and 1328a of the second acceleration locking member 1328 rub against each other and move while abutting against each other. At this time, the extension arm 1320 may deform outward. Subsequently, as the sensor unit carrier 130 moves in the first direction, the abutment between the inclined surfaces 1328a of the second acceleration locking member 1328 and 1119a of the first acceleration locking member 1118 can be released, and the position can be switched to a state where the support surfaces 1119b of the first acceleration locking member 1118 and 1328b of the second acceleration locking member 1328 face each other. After switching to a state where the support surfaces 1119b of the first acceleration locking member 1118 and 1328b of the second acceleration locking member 1328 face each other, the percutaneous sensor member 330 is inserted subcutaneously. After the percutaneous sensor member 330 is inserted subcutaneously, the movement of the sensor unit carrier 130 in the direction opposite to the first direction can be restricted by the support surfaces 1119b of the first acceleration locking member 1118 and 1328b of the second acceleration locking member 1328 facing each other. The above describes, with respect to the shapes of the first acceleration locking member 1118 and the second acceleration locking member 1328, an exemplary locking member structure having a wedge-shaped cross-section with inclined surfaces 1119a, 1328a and support surfaces 1119b, 1328b. However, the shapes of the first acceleration locking member 1118 and the second acceleration locking member 1328 are not necessarily limited to this, and can be applied in various variations, as long as the structure can prevent the user from arbitrarily triggering the applicator 10 under unintended circumstances through interaction, provide sufficient acceleration conditions for the needle body 1402 when the transdermal sensor member 330 is inserted subcutaneously, and prevent the sensor unit carrier 130 from moving in the opposite direction to the first direction after the transdermal sensor member 330 is inserted subcutaneously. The first acceleration locking member 1118 and the second acceleration locking member 1328 may be means for preventing the user from arbitrarily firing the applicator 10 under unintended circumstances through interaction, means for providing sufficient acceleration conditions to the needle body 1402 during the insertion of the percutaneous sensor member 330 into the subcutaneous tissue, or means for preventing the sensor unit carrier 130 from moving in a direction opposite to the first direction after the percutaneous sensor member 330 has been inserted into the subcutaneous tissue.

[0169] A bridging member 1330 may be disposed between the extension arm 1320 and the sensor unit carrier body 1310. The bridging member 1330 may be configured to restrict movement of the sensor unit carrier from an initial position to an insertion position. The bridging member 1330 may be configured to break or deform when pressed by the bridging member pressure portion 1116. The bridging member 1330 may be configured such that one end is connected to a side of the sensor unit carrier body 1310 and the surface of the extension arm 1320 facing the sensor unit carrier body 1310, respectively. Alternatively, it may be configured such that only one end of the bridging member 1330 is connected to a side of the sensor unit carrier body 1310 or the side of the extension arm 1320 facing the sensor unit carrier body 1310. The bridging member 1330 is preferably formed at a position facing the bridging member pressure portion 1116 of the column 1110, and one or more thin or low-rigidity weak portions 1332 may be formed on the bridging member 1330. The weak part 1332 can refer to the area where the bridging member 1330 is destined to break when it is pressured by the bridging member pressure application part 1116.

[0170] An extension arm pressing portion 1326 with a beveled surface 1326a protruding along a first direction may be formed at the end of the extension arm 1320. When the sensor unit carrier 130 moves along the first direction and is positioned in the insertion position, the extension arm pressing portion 1326 applies pressure to the pressure receiving portion 1165 provided on the transmitting unit support hook 1162. As the pressure receiving portion 1165 is pressed by the extension arm pressing portion 1326, the transmitting unit support hook 1162 deforms outward away from the transmitting unit 40, thereby releasing the movement restriction of the abutment portion 1164 on the transmitting unit 40. The beveled surface 1326a formed on the extension arm pressing portion 1326 and the beveled surface 1165a formed on the pressure receiving portion 1165 are not particularly restricted, as long as their shapes can cause the transmitting unit support hook 1162 to deform outward away from the transmitting unit 40 when the pressure receiving portion 1165 is pressed by the extension arm pressing portion 1326. The extension arm pressing part 1326 can preferably be formed at a position that can apply pressure to the pressing part 1165 at the same time as the sensor unit carrier 130 reaches the insertion position or before the sensor unit carrier 130 is about to reach the insertion position.

[0171] At one end of the second moving space 1312 adjacent to the handle housing 120, a sensor unit carrier ring 1316 may be provided, on which an elastic member 150, described later, is fixedly arranged. Additionally, on a surface of the sensor unit carrier body 1310 opposite to the second moving space 1312, a fixing groove 1340 with a shape corresponding to the fixing protrusion 1137 may be recessed, and this fixing groove 1340 may preferably be recessed at the position corresponding to the fixing protrusion 1137 when the sensor unit carrier 130 is in the initial position.

[0172] needle carrier

[0173] Figure 19 This is a perspective view illustrating the connection relationship of the needle carrier 140. Figure 20 This is a perspective view showing an exemplary embodiment of the needle carrier 140, and Figure 21 This is an exemplary front view showing the connection relationship between the needle carrier 140 and the sensor unit carrier 130.

[0174] The needle carrier 140 can be configured such that it has a needle 1401 for inserting the percutaneous sensor member 330 under the skin, and moves together with the sensor unit carrier 130 and the sensor unit 30 in a first direction. After the percutaneous sensor member 330 is inserted under the skin, it moves in a second movement space 1312 in a direction opposite to the first direction, thereby removing the needle body 1402 from under the skin.

[0175] The needle carrier 140 may include a needle 1401 and a needle carrier body 1410. The needle carrier body 1410 may be configured to fix the needle 1401 and move together with the needle 1401. The needle 1401 may include a needle body 1402 and a needle holder 1403. One end of the needle body 1402 is inserted subcutaneously for subcutaneous insertion of the percutaneous sensor component 330, and the needle body 1402 is used to fix the needle body 1402. The end of the needle carrier body 1410 facing the fourth opening 1312' may be recessed to form a needle holder insertion groove 1412 for the needle holder 1403 to be inserted and fixed. By inserting and fixing the needle holder 1403 in the needle holder insertion groove 1412, the needle 1401 can be fixed to the needle carrier body 1410. When the needle carrier 140 is in the initial position and the insertion position, the needle body 1402 can be withdrawn to the outside through the fourth opening 1312'. When the needle carrier 140 returns to the retracted position, the needle body 1402 can be entered through the fourth opening 1312' and arranged inside the second moving space 1312.

[0176] A needle guide groove 1415 may be provided on one side of the needle carrier body 1410. The needle guide groove 1415 has a shape that is recessed from one side of the needle carrier body 1410 and extends along a first direction. The front end of the aforementioned needle carrier guide protrusion 1313 is arranged inside the needle guide groove 1415, and the movement direction of the needle carrier 140, which moves in a direction opposite to the first direction, can be guided by the interaction between the needle carrier guide protrusion 1313 and the needle guide groove 1415.

[0177] The needle carrier wing bodies 1430 may be arranged in pairs, each having a shape extending from both ends of the needle carrier body 1410 in a direction opposite to a first direction. The needle carrier wing bodies 1430 may be configured to deform when an external force is applied and return to their original shape after the external force is removed. The front end of the needle carrier wing body 1430 may be provided with a needle carrier locking member 1434 and a trigger 1432. The needle carrier locking member 1434 may include a limiting surface 1434b and a ramp 1434a, the limiting surface 1434b being formed in a direction generally parallel to a second direction, and the ramp 1434a being obliquely arranged to extend from the protruding end of the limiting surface 1434b towards the needle carrier wing body 1430 in the first direction. The trigger 1432 may have a shape that protrudes more outwardly than the needle carrier locking member 1434. The trigger 1432 may have a trigger ramp 1433, such that the cross-section of the trigger 1432 decreases along the first direction. The trigger 1432 may preferably be arranged outside the second moving space 1312.

[0178] Before operating the applicator assembly 1 or while the needle carrier 140 moves in the first direction, the limiting surface 1434b of the needle carrier locking member 1434 remains abutted against the stopping limiting surface 1318b of the sensor unit carrier stop member 1318, thereby restricting the relative movement of the needle carrier 140 relative to the sensor unit carrier 130. That is, with the limiting surface 1434b of the needle carrier locking member 1434 abutting against the stopping limiting surface 1318b of the sensor unit carrier stop member 1318, the needle carrier 140 cannot move independently, and can only move together with the sensor unit carrier 130 when the sensor unit carrier 130 is moved while being restricted by the sensor unit carrier 130. During the insertion of the percutaneous sensor member 330 subcutaneously, when the needle carrier 140 moves to a position adjacent to the insertion location, the trigger tilt portion 1433 of the trigger 1432 abuts against the front end of the spacer wall 1112, allowing the needle carrier wing body 1430 to deform inward toward the second movement space 1312. As the needle carrier wing body 1430 deforms inward toward the second moving space 1312, the limiting surface 1434b of the needle carrier locking member 1434 can disengage from the stop limiting surface 1318b of the sensor unit carrier stop member 1318. With the release of the stop limiting surface 1318b of the sensor unit carrier stop member 1318, the needle carrier locking member 1434 can pass over the sensor unit carrier stop member 1318, and the needle carrier 140 can move in the opposite direction to the first direction under the elastic force applied by the elastic member 150, thereby reaching the retraction position. To prevent pain caused by excessive insertion of the needle body 1402 into the body B, it is preferable to release the movement restriction of the sensor unit carrier 130 relative to the needle carrier 140 before the sensor unit carrier 130 reaches the insertion position. In this case, even if the needle carrier 140 moves in the opposite direction to the first direction, the sensor unit carrier 130 remains in a state of applying pressure to the sensor unit 30 in the first direction. Therefore, due to the rigidity of the percutaneous sensor member 330 itself, the percutaneous sensor member 330 can be accurately inserted into the desired subcutaneous position.

[0179] Multiple clamping arms 1422 may be configured to extend from the other two side ends of the needle carrier body 1410 along a first direction. The front end of the clamping arm 1422 may be provided with an inwardly protruding clamping portion 1423, and the side end of the sensor unit housing 310 may be clamped by the clamping portion 1423. The clamping arm protrusion 1424 may be formed from a surface of the clamping arm 1422 facing the spacer wall of the columnar member 1110, and when the needle carrier 140 is in the initial position, the clamping arm protrusion 1424 may be arranged inside the clamping arm guide groove 1120 before passing the first stepped inclined surface 1123, or may pass through the first stepped inclined surface 1123 and remain in close contact with and pressurized by the stepped portion 1121. During the insertion of the percutaneous sensor component 330 into the subcutaneous tissue, the clamping arm protrusion 1424 passes through the second step inclined surface 1124, and the tight contact and pressure of the step portion 1121 on the clamping arm protrusion 1424 are released, allowing each clamping arm 1422 to be slightly extended outward, thereby transmitting the sensor unit 30 to the transmitting unit 40.

[0180] One end of the needle carrier body 1410 facing the sensor unit carrier ring 1316 may be provided with a needle carrier ring 1414, and the other end of the elastic member 150, which is connected to the sensor unit carrier ring 1316, may be connected to the needle carrier ring 1414. The application of the elastic member 150 is not limited, as long as it can provide a driving force to move the needle carrier 140 in a direction opposite to the first direction, but a tension spring is preferred.

[0181] build

[0182] Figure 22 This is an exploded perspective view showing an exemplary embodiment of the cover 50. Figure 23 It is along Figure 22 The cross-sectional view of cover 50 taken along the E-E' direction, and Figures 24 to 26 This is a partially enlarged cross-sectional view showing an exemplary embodiment of the applicator assembly 1 with the cover 50 applied.

[0183] The cover 50 is detachably fixed to one end of the applicator 10. The applicator assembly 1 includes the cover 50, thus effectively preventing the applicator 10 from being accidentally or arbitrarily triggered during the manufacture, distribution, storage and use of the applicator assembly 1, or preventing external contaminants or moisture from entering the interior of the applicator assembly 1.

[0184] The cover 50 may include a cover housing 501 that constitutes the appearance of the cover 50. An accommodating space 503 may be formed inside the cover housing 501, which communicates with the outside through a fifth opening 502 formed at one end of the cover housing 501. A threaded portion 540 may be provided on the inner surface of the end of the cover housing 501 with the fifth opening 502, the shape of which corresponds to the shape of the threaded portion 1240 formed in the handle housing 120. With the threaded portion 1240 formed in the handle housing 120 and the threaded portion 540 formed in the cover housing 501 threadedly connected, the cover 50 can be detachably threaded to one end of the handle housing 120. A plurality of clamping grooves 505 may be recessed on the outer surface of the cover housing 501 to facilitate operation or use by workers or users.

[0185] Furthermore, although the cover housing 501 shown in the figure is cup-shaped, the shape of the cover housing 501 of the present invention is not necessarily limited to this. As long as its shape can protect the interior of the applicator 10 and dehumidify, the shape of the cover housing 501 can be applied in various modified forms. The cover housing 501 can be a device for protecting the interior of the applicator 10 and dehumidifying. However, since the end of the cover housing 501 with the threaded portion 540 is intended to be threadedly connected to the threaded portion 1240 formed on the handle housing 120, the end of the cover housing 501 with the threaded portion 540 can preferably be set as a cylindrical shape corresponding to the end of the handle housing 120.

[0186] The closed end of the cover housing 501 facing the fifth opening 502 may be provided with a receiving groove 504 that is recessed from the outside toward the receiving space 503. The other end of the cover housing 501 forming the receiving groove 504 may be formed with a plurality of ventilation holes 507 communicating between the receiving groove 504 and the receiving space 503. In the receiving groove 504, a first sealing member 510, a desiccant 512, and a second sealing member 514 are arranged sequentially from one side of the ventilation holes 507 outwards. The first sealing member 510 may preferably be made of a breathable but moisture-proof material; as a non-limiting example, Tyvek material from DuPont may be used. The first sealing member 510 can effectively prevent moisture from entering the receiving space 503. The desiccant 512 may preferably be made of a material with dehumidifying properties used in electronic or medical devices. The desiccant 512 can remove moisture that has entered the receiving space 503. The second sealing member 514 can be arranged relative to the external sealing receiving groove 504 and can be made of a material that prevents moisture and external contaminants from penetrating. As a non-limiting example, the second sealing member 514 can be made of aluminum foil. Since the first sealing member 510, the desiccant 512 and the second sealing member 514 are arranged sequentially in the receiving groove 504 that communicates with the receiving space 503 through the ventilation hole 507, not only can moisture entering the receiving space 503 be effectively removed, but external contaminants or moisture can also be effectively prevented from entering the receiving space 503.

[0187] like Figure 26 As shown, the front end of the cover housing 501 may be provided with a pair of sealing members 508a and 508b arranged in a ring and upright, and a sealing member 1243 protrudes from one surface of the locking protrusion 1242 corresponding to the front end of the cover housing 501. When the threaded portion 540 formed on the cover housing 501 and the threaded portion 1240 formed on the handle housing 120 are threadedly connected to each other, so that the cover 50 is connected to one end of the handle housing 120, the sealing members 508a and 508b are in close contact with the sealing member 1243 and apply pressure, thereby effectively preventing external contaminants or moisture from entering the space between the handle housing 120 and the cover 50. The sealing member 1243 and the sealing members 508a and 508b can be integrally injection molded with the handle housing 120 and the cover housing 501, or they can be made of self-elastic materials such as rubber or silicone.

[0188] The following will refer to Figures 27 to 46 The assembly and operation process of the applicator 10 and the applicator assembly 1 are described in more detail.

[0189] Exemplary embodiments regarding the function of the fixing part

[0190] Figure 27This is a partial cross-sectional view showing an exemplary embodiment of the sensor unit carrier 130 being attached to the main housing 110 during the assembly of the applicator assembly 1. Figure 28 and Figure 29 This is a partial cross-sectional view illustrating an exemplary embodiment of the process of attaching the handle housing 120 to the main housing 110 to which the sensor unit carrier 130 is attached during the assembly of the applicator assembly 1. Figure 30 This is an enlarged cross-sectional view showing an exemplary embodiment in which the front end of the fixing protrusion 1137 is inserted into the fixing groove 1340 during the assembly of the applicator assembly 1. Figure 31 This is an enlarged cross-sectional view showing an exemplary embodiment in which the front end of the fixing protrusion 1137 is withdrawn from the fixing groove 1340 during the assembly of the applicator assembly 1.

[0191] like Figure 27 and Figure 30 As shown, during the assembly of the main housing 110 and the sensor unit carrier 130, the sensor unit carrier main body 1310 can be squeezed into the columnar member 1110 forming the first moving space 1111. During the process of squeezing the sensor unit carrier main body 1310 into the columnar member 1110, the fixing protrusion 1137 abuts against a surface of the sensor unit carrier main body 1310, and the support 1134 can remain in an outwardly deformed state. As the sensor unit carrier main body 1310 moves along the first direction, the support 1134 remains in an outwardly deformed state, and when the fixing groove 1340 formed on the sensor unit carrier main body 1310 reaches the position corresponding to the fixing protrusion 1137, the support 1134 can return from the deformed state to its original state. That is, as the front end of the fixing protrusion 1137 enters the fixing groove 1340, the pressure-applying moving part 1131 moves towards the sensor unit carrier main body 1310, and the support 1134 can also recover from deformation.

[0192] As the front end of the fixed protrusion 1137 enters the fixed groove 1340, the movement of the sensor unit carrier 130 in the first direction can be restricted. During the assembly of the applicator assembly 1, the worker can identify whether the front end of the fixed protrusion 1137 has properly entered the fixed groove 1340 by the sound of the parts colliding with each other or by the sensation transmitted to the fingertips.

[0193] Subsequently, the worker can perform the operation of connecting the handle housing 120 to the main housing 110 to which the sensor unit carrier 130 is attached. When connecting the handle housing 120 to the main housing 110 to which the sensor unit carrier 130 is attached, the sensor unit carrier 130 may be pressed by the handle housing 120 which is inserted for assembly, resulting in arbitrary triggering or the sensor unit carrier 130 dislodging from its initial position. However, when the handle housing 120 is assembled with the front end of the fixing protrusion 1137 inserted into the fixing groove 1340, arbitrary triggering of the applicator 10 or displacement of the sensor unit carrier 130 can be effectively prevented.

[0194] like Figure 28 , Figure 29 and Figure 31 As shown, during the connection of the handle housing 120 to the main housing 110 to which the sensor unit carrier 130 is already connected, the front end of the push arm 1230 provided on the handle housing 120 moves to a position abutting against the pressure moving ramp 1133a of the pressure moving wing 1133. As the handle housing 120 is assembled, the front end of the push arm 1230 moves along a first direction while abutting against the pressure moving ramp 1133a, applying pressure to the pressure moving wing 1133, and the bracket 1134 deforms outward, thereby pushing the pressure moving part 1131 away from the sensor unit carrier main body 1310. As the pressure moving part 1131 is pushed away from the sensor unit carrier main body 1310, the front end of the fixing protrusion 1137 can retract from the fixing groove 1340. As the front end of the fixed protrusion 1137 exits from the fixed groove 1340, the restriction of the fixed part 1130 on the arbitrary movement of the sensor unit carrier 130 can be released, and the sensor unit carrier 130 can remain in a state that can move independently of the fixed part 1130.

[0195] Exemplary embodiments regarding needle carrier operation

[0196] Figures 32 to 34 This is a partial cross-sectional view of an exemplary embodiment showing the states of the sensor unit carrier 130 moving from the initial position to the insertion position during the operation of the applicator assembly 1, and Figure 35 This is a partial cross-sectional view showing an exemplary embodiment of the needle carrier 140 moving to the retracted position during operation of the applicator assembly 1.

[0197] like Figure 32As shown, during the process of the sensor unit carrier 130 moving from the initial position to the insertion position, the limiting surface 1434b of the needle carrier locking member 1434 remains in contact with the stopping limiting surface 1318b of the sensor unit carrier stop member 1318. Therefore, the needle carrier 140 can remain in a state of being limited by the sensor unit carrier 130 and move together with the sensor unit carrier 130 along the first direction.

[0198] like Figure 33 As shown, when the sensor unit carrier 130 reaches the position adjacent to the insertion position, the trigger ramp 1433 of the trigger 1432 abuts against the front end of the spacer wall 1112. Additionally, as... Figure 34 As shown, as the sensor unit carrier 130 continues to move along the first direction, the needle carrier wing body 1430 deforms inward toward the second movement space 1312. Consequently, the limiting surface 1434b of the needle carrier locking member 1434 and the stopping limiting surface 1318b of the sensor unit carrier stop member 1318 may disengage from their abutting positions. Therefore, the needle carrier locking member 1434 disengages from the restraint of the sensor unit carrier stop member 1318, and the needle carrier 140 can move relative to the sensor unit carrier 130. Furthermore, as... Figure 33 and Figure 34 As shown, the movement restriction of the sensor unit carrier 130 on the needle carrier 140 can be lifted before the sensor unit carrier 130 reaches the insertion position, thereby effectively preventing the needle body 1402 from being over-inserted into the body B and causing side effects.

[0199] like Figure 35 As shown, after the restriction of the sensor unit carrier stop 1318 on the needle carrier locking member 1434 is released, the needle carrier 140 can move relative to the sensor unit carrier 130, and the needle carrier 140 can move to the retracted position in a direction opposite to the first direction under the driving force applied by the elastic member 150. When the needle carrier 140 reaches the retracted position, the needle body 1402 can be arranged such that its front end is completely contained within the first movement space 1111, thereby keeping the needle body 1402 from being exposed or protruding outside the applicator 10.

[0200] Exemplary embodiments regarding the operation of the bridging component

[0201] Figure 36 This is a partial cross-sectional view showing an exemplary embodiment of the state of the bridging member 1330 before its breakage during operation of the applicator assembly 1. Figure 37 This is a partial cross-sectional view illustrating an exemplary embodiment of a bridging member 1330 breaking during operation of the applicator assembly 1. Figure 38 and Figure 39 This is a partial cross-sectional view showing an exemplary embodiment of the achievable modified bridging member and the bridging member pressure section.

[0202] The following will refer to Figure 12 , Figures 15 to 18 , Figures 36 to 39 The specific structure of the bridging member 1330 and the bridging member pressure application part 1116, as well as the interaction between the bridging member 1330 and the bridging member pressure application part 1116, are described in more detail.

[0203] like Figure 17 and Figure 18 As shown, the bridging member 1330 can be arranged to connect the extension arm 1320 and the sensor unit carrier body 1310 in the space between the extension arm 1320 and the sensor unit carrier body 1310. That is, one end and the other end of the bridging member 1330 can be connected to one side surface of the sensor unit carrier body 1310 and the side surface of the extension arm 1320 opposite to the sensor unit carrier body 1310, respectively. The bridging member 1330 can be arranged between the extension arm connecting portion 1322 and the second acceleration locking member 1328. When assembling the applicator assembly 1, one end of the sensor unit carrier body 1310 enters the first moving space 1111 formed inside the columnar member 1110, and as the sensor unit carrier body 1310 continues to enter the first moving space 1111, the bridging member 1330 can be arranged to face the bridging member pressure portion 1116 provided on the columnar member 1110. The following description will be based on the case where the bridging member 1330 and the bridging member pressure part 1116 are arranged at a certain interval before the applicator assembly 1 is triggered, but it may also include the case where the bridging member 1330 and the bridging member pressure part 1116 are in contact before the applicator assembly 1 is triggered.

[0204] One or more relatively thin weak points 1332 may be formed on the bridging member 1330. The weak points 1332 are the areas where the bridging member pressure portion 1116 is intended to break. Preferably, the weak points 1332 are designed to break only when the force applied by the user to insert the transcutaneous sensor member 330 subcutaneously is transmitted to the handle housing 120. Here, the force applied by the user to insert the transcutaneous sensor member 330 subcutaneously does not refer to the force normally applied horizontally to the handle housing 120 during the assembly and transportation of the applicator assembly 1, but should preferably be understood as the horizontal force applied by the user of the applicator assembly 1 to the handle housing 120 when the transcutaneous sensor member 330 is intentionally triggered. Furthermore, in the above text, the region with a thickness thinner than the average thickness of the bridging member 1330 is described as an example of the weak portion 1332. However, the weak portion 1332 is not necessarily limited to a structure with a relatively thin thickness, and can be interpreted as a region with a lower fracture strength compared to the entire bridging member 1330 by applying heterogeneous materials or other thin structures.

[0205] like Figure 12 , Figure 15 and Figure 16 As shown, a bridging pressure section 1116 may be arranged at the front end of the partition wall 1112. The bridging pressure section 1116 has one or more inclined surfaces and is shaped such that the cross-section decreases towards the front end. When assembling the applicator assembly 1, as the sensor unit carrier body 1310 enters the first moving space 1111, at least one end of the carrier guide protrusion 1310a can be arranged inside the carrier guide groove 1114, thereby allowing the bridging member 1330 to be positioned facing the bridging pressure section 1116. In addition, a carrier slit 1117 cut along the first direction can be provided at the position of the partition wall 1112 adjacent to the bridging member pressure part 1116 where the bridging member pressure part 1116 is arranged, and an extension arm guide groove 1324 with a shape corresponding to the carrier slit 1117 and extending along the first direction can be formed in the extension arm connection part 1322 arranged between the sensor unit carrier body 1310 and the extension arm 1320. Therefore, it can effectively prevent the bridging member 1330 from detaching from the position corresponding to the bridging member pressure part 1116 during the process of the bridging member pressure part 1116 applying pressure to the bridging member 1330. That is, during the movement of the sensor unit carrier 130 along the first direction, at least one end of the extension arm guide groove 1324 enters the interior of the carrier slit 1117, thereby guiding the sensor unit carrier body 1310 to move in the first direction, and thus effectively preventing the bridging member 1330 from detaching from the front end of the bridging member pressure part 1116 during the insertion of the percutaneous sensor component 330 under the skin. Figure 12 , Figures 15 to 18 An exemplary illustration shows that, during the movement of the sensor unit carrier 130 in a first direction, after the bridging member 1330 begins to be pressed by the bridging member pressing part 1116, the bridging member 1330 is positioned such that at least one end of the extension arm guide groove 1324 enters the carrier slit 1117. However, the present invention may also include situations where, before the bridging member pressing part 1116 is about to press the bridging member 1330, or while the bridging member pressing part 1116 is pressing the bridging member 1330, the bridging member 1330 is positioned such that at least one end of the extension arm guide groove 1324 can enter the carrier slit 1117.

[0206] like Figure 36 As shown, when the sensor unit carrier 130 is in the initial position, the bridging member 1330 can be arranged in a position that contacts the bridging member pressure part 1116, or in a position that is separated from the bridging member pressure part 1116 by a certain interval.

[0207] like Figure 37As shown, when the sensor unit carrier 130 moves along the first direction to insert the transdermal sensor member 330 subcutaneously, the bridging member 1330 moves to a position abutting against and being pressed against the bridging member pressure portion 1116, and the bridging member 1330 can only break when a force greater than the designed breaking strength is applied to the bridging member 1330. That is, since the transdermal sensor member 330 is only triggered when a force greater than the designed breaking strength of the handle housing 120 is applied to the bridging member 1330, the needle body 1402 can be inserted subcutaneously together with the transdermal sensor member 330 under conditions of sufficient acceleration. Furthermore, if the bridging member 1330 does not break even if the sensor unit carrier 130 moves along the first direction, the bridging member 1330 remains abutting against the bridging member pressure portion 1116, thereby preventing the sensor unit carrier 130 from moving further along the first direction. In other words, the bridging member 1330 and the bridging member pressure application part 1116 only allow the transdermal sensor member 330 to be inserted under the skin when a force above a certain level is applied to the handle housing 120. Therefore, through the interaction between the bridging member 1330 and the bridging member pressure application part 1116, the user can be effectively prevented from accidentally triggering the transdermal sensor member 330.

[0208] like Figure 36 and Figure 37 As shown, the bridging member 1330 may have a first weak portion 1332' and a second weak portion 1332'' arranged spaced apart from each other. A contact portion 1333 may be provided between the first weak portion 1332' and the second weak portion 1332'', which is intended to contact the front end of the bridging member pressure portion 1116 when the sensor unit carrier 130 moves along the first direction. When the sensor unit carrier 130 moves along the first direction, the front end of the bridging member pressure portion 1116 may abut against a specific area of ​​the bridging member 1330, and then the bridging member 1330 may deform so that the front end of the bridging member pressure portion 1116 may abut against multiple areas of the bridging member 1330. However, the contact portion 1333 may refer to the area where the front end of the bridging member pressure portion 1116 initially abuts against the bridging member 1330 when the sensor unit carrier 130 moves along the first direction.

[0209] The average thickness of the first weak portion 1332' and the second weak portion 1332'' can be relatively thinner than the average thickness of the bridging member 1330. The thickness of the first weak portion 1332' can be thinner than the thickness of the second weak portion 1332''. The thickness of the first weak portion 1332' in the first direction can be thinner than the thickness of the second weak portion 1332'' in the first direction. The thickness of the first weak portion 1332' in the second direction can be thinner than the thickness of the second weak portion 1332'' in the second direction. Since the thickness of the first weak portion 1332' is thinner than that of the second weak portion 1332'', when the front end of the bridging member pressing portion 1116 presses the contact portion 1333, the first weak portion 1332' may break, and the second weak portion 1332'' may bend. According to the thickness difference between the first weak portion 1332' and the second weak portion 1332'' and the formation positions of the first weak portion 1332' and the second weak portion 1332'', the boundary value of the force that should be applied to the applicator assembly 1 to move the sensor unit carrier 130 from the initial position to the insertion position can be variably adjusted.

[0210] The first weak portion 1332' can be arranged at a position relatively closer to the sensor unit carrier main body 1310 than the second weak portion 1332'', and the contact portion 1333 can be arranged at a position closer to the first weak portion 1332' than the second weak portion 1332'' (da < db). When the front end of the bridging member pressing portion 1116 presses the contact portion 1333 so that the first weak portion 1332' ruptures, the contact portion 1333 can be pushed in the direction opposite to the first direction compared with the first weak portion 1332' and the second weak portion 1332''. Therefore, the bridging member pressing portion 1116 and the second weak portion 1332'' can be arranged outside the partition wall 1112. Since the contact portion 1333 is arranged in the outer region of the partition wall 1112 when the first weak portion 1332' ruptures, it is possible to effectively prevent the debris generated during the fracture of the bridging member 1330 from falling towards the sensor unit 30 or the transmitting unit 40. That is, it is possible to more effectively prevent the occurrence of connection failure or malfunction of the wearable unit 20 caused by the debris of the bridging member 1330 formed during the subcutaneous insertion of the transdermal sensor member 330 from entering the connection portion of the sensor unit 30 and the transmitting unit 40.

[0211] The following will be described by Figure 38 and Figure 39 more specifically the exemplary embodiments and variant examples of the bridging member 1330 and the bridging member pressing portion 1116.

[0212] Figure 38 (a) of [reference] is an enlarged Figure 36 partial cross-sectional view of the bridging member 1330 and the bridging member pressing portion 1116 in the portion indicated by the circular dotted line in [reference]. As Figure 38As shown in (a) thereof, the weak portion 1332 may preferably be arranged at a position closer to the sensor unit carrier body 1310 than the front end of the bridge pressing portion 1116. That is, the distance d1 from the surface of the sensor unit carrier body 1310 to which the bridge 1330 is connected to the weak portion 1332 may be less than the distance d2 from the surface of the sensor unit carrier body 1310 to which the bridge 1330 is connected to the front end of the bridge pressing portion 1116. As the sensor unit carrier 130 moves in the first direction, the bridge 1330 breaks, and the fragments of the broken bridge 1330 may enter the first moving space 1111 and interfere with the normal subcutaneous insertion of the transcutaneous sensor member 330 or the withdrawal of the needle body 1402 from the body, thus causing serious safety problems. If the weak portion 1332 is formed at a position closer to the surface of the sensor unit carrier body 1310 than the front end of the bridge pressing portion 1116 (d1 < d2), even if the weak portion 1332 breaks, the bridge 1330 connected to the extension arm 1320 remains arranged outside the columnar member 1110, thereby preventing in advance the safety accident that may occur due to the fragments of the broken bridge 1330 entering the first moving space 1111. In addition, during the movement of the sensor unit carrier 130 in the first direction, at least one end of the extension arm guide groove 1324 enters the carrier slit 1117 formed on one side of the bridge pressing portion 1116 to partially close the carrier slit 1117, thereby more effectively preventing the fragments of the broken bridge 1330 from entering the first moving space 1111 through the carrier slit 1117.

[0213] As Figure 38 As shown in (b) thereof, one or more bridge pressing portions 1116a, 1116b may be arranged at positions facing the bridge 1330. By providing one or more bridge pressing portions 1116a, 1116b, not only can the pressing force applied to the bridge 1330 be increased, but even if any one of the bridge pressing portions 1116a, 1116b fails to operate normally due to negligence during the distribution and use of the applicator assembly 1, the bridge 1330 can be normally pressed by the other bridge pressing portions 1116a, 1116b.

[0214] As Figure 38As shown in (c), one or more bridging pressure portions 1116a, 1116b may be arranged facing the bridging member 1330, and the front end heights Δh1 of these one or more bridging pressure portions 1116a, 1116b may be different from each other. More preferably, the front end of the bridging pressure portion 1116a adjacent to the sensor unit carrier body 1310 is arranged to be positioned closer to the bridging member 1330 than the bridging pressure portion 1116b adjacent to the extension arm 1320. By arranging one or more bridging pressure parts 1116a, 1116b at positions facing the bridging member 1330, not only can the pressing force applied to the bridging member 1330 be effectively enhanced and assisted, but by setting a height difference Δh1 so that the bridging pressure part 1116a adjacent to the sensor unit carrier body 1310 is arranged closer to the bridging member 1330 than the bridging pressure part 1116b adjacent to the extension arm 1320, fragments of the broken bridging member 1330 can also be more effectively prevented from entering the first moving space 1111.

[0215] like Figure 39 As shown in (a), one or more bridging elements 1330a, 1330b may be arranged facing the bridging element pressure section 1116 to provide sufficient acceleration conditions and prevent arbitrary triggering. Figure 39 As shown in (b) and (c), from the perspective of increasing and assisting the pressing pressure and from the perspective of preventing fragments of the broken bridging member 1330 from entering the first moving space 1111, one or more bridging member pressing parts 1116a, 1116b may be arranged in a position facing the bridging members 1330a, 1330b, or one or more bridging member pressing parts 1116a, 1116b may be configured to have different front end heights (Δh2) from each other.

[0216] like Figure 39As shown in (d), it may include one or more bridging members 1330a, 1330b and one or more bridging member pressure parts 1116a, 1116b respectively arranged at positions corresponding to each bridging member 1330a, 1330b, and the bridging members 1330a, 1330b and the bridging member pressure parts 1116a, 1116b are arranged in different regions of each other. In other words, it can include the following situation: the first bridging member 1330a is arranged facing the first bridging member pressure part 1116a, and the second bridging member 1330b is arranged facing the second bridging member pressure part 1116b, wherein the first bridging member 1330a and the second bridging member 1330b are arranged in different areas from each other. Thus, during the movement of the sensor unit carrier 130 along the first direction, the first bridging member pressure part 1116a only presses the first bridging member 1330a and is unrelated to the second bridging member 1330b, and the second bridging member pressure part 1116b only presses the second bridging member 1330b and is unrelated to the first bridging member 1330a. In this configuration, since multiple bridging elements 1330a, 1330b and multiple bridging element pressure parts 1116a, 1116b are arranged inside the applicator assembly 1, and the paired bridging elements 1330a, 1330b and bridging element pressure parts 1116a, 1116b are respectively located in different areas, not only can spatial constraints be ensured, but also by adjusting the spacing between the corresponding bridging elements 1330a, 1330b and bridging element pressure parts 1116a, 1116b, staged acceleration conditions can be provided, or a more stringent environment for suppressing arbitrary triggering can be created.

[0217] Furthermore, the above description uses the case where a bridging member 1330 is arranged on the sensor unit carrier 130 and a bridging member pressure application part 1116 is arranged on the main body housing 110 as an example, but it may also include the case where a bridging member pressure application part is provided on the sensor unit carrier 130 and a corresponding bridging member is arranged on the main body housing 110.

[0218] Exemplary embodiments regarding the interaction between the first movement restriction part and the second movement restriction part

[0219] Figure 40 These are cross-sectional views and partially enlarged cross-sectional views illustrating an exemplary embodiment of the positional relationship between the first movement restriction part 1220 and the second movement restriction part 1150 in the state before operation of the applicator assembly 1. Figure 41 (a) to (c) are enlarged cross-sectional views showing, in turn, exemplary embodiments illustrating the positional relationship between the first movement restriction 1220 and the second movement restriction 1150 during operation of the applicator assembly 1.

[0220] like Figure 40 and Figure 41As shown in (a), in the state before the application assembly 1 is operated, the support surface 1222 of the first movement limiting part 1220 and the first support surface 1153b of the first movement limiting locking member 1152 can be arranged to face each other. Therefore, even if a force is applied to the handle housing 120 in the opposite direction to the first direction, the support surface 1222 of the first movement limiting part 1220 and the first support surface 1153b of the first movement limiting locking member 1152 will abut and support each other, so the handle housing 120 can no longer move in the opposite direction to the first direction, thereby effectively preventing the handle housing 120 from arbitrarily detaching from the main body housing 110.

[0221] In addition, such as Figure 41 As shown in (b) and (c), during the triggering of the applicator assembly 1, the inclined surface 1221 of the first movement limiting part 1220 moves to a position adjacent to the second inclined surface 1155a of the second movement limiting lock member 1154. Thereafter, with the inclined surface 1221 of the first movement limiting part 1220 abutting against the second inclined surface 1155a of the second movement limiting lock member 1154, the handle housing 120 moves along a first direction, and the other end of the movement limiting body 1151 deforms toward the second internal space 1102, causing the first movement limiting part 1220 to pass through the second movement limiting lock member 1154. After the first movement limiting part 1220 passes through the second movement limiting lock member 1154, the movement limiting body 1151 returns to its pre-deformation state, and the support surface 1222 of the first movement limiting part 1220 and the second support surface 1155b of the second movement limiting lock member 1154 are facing each other. Through the interaction between the support surface 1222 of the first movement limiting part 1220 and the second support surface 1155b of the second movement limiting locking member 1154, the movement of the handle housing 120 in the direction opposite to the first direction is restricted, thus strictly limiting the re-use of the applicator 10 after the transdermal sensor member 330 is triggered.

[0222] Exemplary embodiments regarding the function of the clamp arm protrusion

[0223] Figures 42 to 44 This is a cross-sectional view showing an exemplary embodiment of applying and releasing pressure to the clamping arm protrusion 1424 during operation of the applicator assembly 1.

[0224] Figure 42 This diagram shows the state of the applicator assembly 1 before operation, where the clamping arm protrusion 1424 is arranged without passing over the first stepped ramp 1123. That is, the clamping arm protrusion 1424 remains unpressed by the stepped portion 1121, so the clamping arm 1422 can slightly loosely clamp the sensor unit 30. Furthermore, with... Figure 42In contrast, before the application assembly 1 is operated, the clamping arm protrusion 1424 can also be arranged in a state passing through the first step slope 1123. In this case, the clamping arm protrusion 1424 is pressed by the step portion 1121, so the clamping arm 1422 can maintain a state of firmly clamping the sensor unit 30.

[0225] When the user presses the handle housing 120 in the first direction, as Figure 43 As shown, the clamping arm protrusion 1424 moves along the first direction while being pressed by the step portion 1121, and during this process, the sensor unit 30 can move toward the transmitting unit 40 while being firmly clamped by the clamping arm 1422.

[0226] Then, as Figure 44 As shown, the clamping arm protrusion 1424 can pass through the second stepped inclined surface 1124, thereby relieving the pressure exerted by the stepped portion 1121 on the clamping arm protrusion 1424, and the clamping arm 1422 can clamp the sensor unit 30 in a slightly relaxed state and transfer the sensor unit 30 to the transmitting unit 40. During the insertion of the percutaneous sensor component 330 subcutaneously, the sensor unit housing 310 continuously transmits a force in the first direction to the sensor unit 30. Therefore, even if the clamping arm 1422 clamps the sensor unit 30 in a slightly relaxed state and transfers the sensor unit 30 to the transmitting unit 40, the sensor unit 30 can be accurately transferred to the mounting slot 412. In addition, by clamping the sensor unit 30 in a slightly relaxed state and transferring the sensor unit 30 to the mounting slot 412 of the transmitting unit 40, the clamping arm 1422 can effectively prevent operational errors caused by the sensor unit 30 being dragged by the needle carrier 140 during the return of the needle carrier 140 to the retracted position.

[0227] Exemplary embodiments regarding the operation of the transmitting unit support.

[0228] Figure 45 and Figure 46 This is a cross-sectional view showing an exemplary embodiment of restricting and releasing the movement restriction of the transmitting unit 40 by the transmitting unit support 1160 during the operation of the applicator assembly 1.

[0229] like Figure 45As shown, in the state before operation of the applicator assembly 1, the front end of the hook portion 1164 provided on the sending unit support hook 1162 is arranged inside the sending unit housing groove 417 of the sending unit housing 410, thereby effectively preventing the sending unit 40 from arbitrarily detaching from the sending unit receiving portion 1104. In this case, the extension arm pressing portion 1326 provided on the sensor unit carrier 130 can be kept spaced apart from the pressing portion 1165 of the sending unit support hook 1162. Before operation of the applicator assembly 1 or during the insertion of the percutaneous sensor member 330 subcutaneously, the sending unit support hook 1162 can prevent the sending unit 40 from arbitrarily detaching from the sending unit receiving portion 1104, thus effectively improving the economy and operational accuracy of the applicator assembly 1.

[0230] In addition, such as Figure 46 As shown, when the applicator assembly 1 is operated to move the sensor unit carrier 130 to the insertion position, the extension arm pressing part 1326 presses against the inclined surface 1165a formed on the pressing part 1165, causing the transmitting unit support hook 1162 to deform in a direction away from the transmitting unit 40. Consequently, the front end of the hook part 1164 disengages from the transmitting unit housing groove 417, thereby releasing the movement restriction of the transmitting unit 40 by the transmitting unit support hook 1162. Through the interaction between the transmitting unit support part 1160 and the extension arm pressing part 1326, the movement restriction of the transmitting unit support hook 1162 on the transmitting unit 40 is released during the subcutaneous insertion of the percutaneous sensor member 330. Therefore, it effectively prevents the wearable unit 20 from being dragged by the applicator 10 during the separation of the applicator 10 from the wearable unit 20 after the subcutaneous insertion of the percutaneous sensor member 330 is completed.

[0231] The present invention has been described in detail above through embodiments, but the present invention may also have embodiments with different forms. Therefore, the technical concept and scope of the appended claims are not limited to the above embodiments.

Claims

1. An applicator, characterized in that, include: The main shell has an internal space for movement. The sensor unit carrier is configured to be movable within the mobile space; The bridging pressure section is disposed in either the main body housing or the sensor unit carrier; as well as A bridging element is disposed in the other of the main housing and the sensor unit carrier, and is arranged at a position corresponding to the pressure application part of the bridging element. The bridging component contacts the bridging component pressure portion to prevent the movement of the bridging component pressure portion, thereby restricting the movement of the sensor unit carrier from the initial position to the insertion position.

2. The applicator according to claim 1, characterized in that, The main housing includes columnar members arranged to form the moving space inside the main housing, and having a bridging pressure section at one end. The sensor unit carrier includes: The sensor unit carrier body is configured such that at least a portion thereof is housed in the moving space and moves along the moving space; An extension arm extends from the side end of the sensor unit carrier body and is arranged on the outside of the columnar member; and The bridging member has one end connected to the sensor unit carrier body and the other end connected to the extension arm, and is positioned facing the pressure part of the bridging member.

3. The applicator according to claim 1, characterized in that, When the sensor unit carrier is positioned at the initial position, the bridging member is positioned to contact the bridging member pressure part or to be spaced apart from the bridging member pressure part.

4. The applicator according to claim 1, characterized in that, The sensor unit carrier moves from the initial position to the insertion position along a first direction in the moving space. When the sensor unit carrier is in the insertion position, at least a portion of the bridging member is positioned to overlap with at least a portion of the bridging member pressure portion.

5. An applicator, characterized in that, include: The main shell has a movable space formed inside along the first direction; The sensor unit carrier is configured to be movable relative to the main housing within the movable space; The bridging pressure section is disposed in either the main body housing or the sensor unit carrier; as well as A bridging element is disposed on the other of the main housing and the sensor unit carrier at a position that allows it to contact the pressure application portion of the bridging element, thereby restricting the movement of the pressure application portion of the bridging element. Specifically, the restriction on the first direction movement of the sensor unit carrier is released by the shape deformation of the bridging member caused by the pressure applied by the bridging member pressure section.

6. The applicator according to claim 5, characterized in that, The bridging component has a weak section. When pressure is applied by the pressure-applying part of the bridging component, the shape deformation is more concentrated in the weak section compared with other areas.

7. The applicator according to claim 6, characterized in that, The main housing includes columnar members arranged to form the moving space inside the main housing, and having a bridging pressure section at one end. The sensor unit carrier includes: The sensor unit carrier body is configured such that at least a portion thereof is housed in the moving space and moves along the moving space; An extension arm extends from the side end of the sensor unit carrier body and is arranged on the outside of the columnar member; and The bridging member has one end connected to the sensor unit carrier body and the other end connected to the extension arm, and is positioned facing the pressure application part of the bridging member. The weak portion is formed at a location closer to the front end of the bridging member pressure portion than to the surface of the sensor unit carrier body connected to the bridging member.

8. The applicator according to claim 7, characterized in that, The front end of the columnar member adjacent to the pressure-applying part of the bridging member is provided with a carrier slit formed along the first direction. On one surface of the extension arm access portion disposed between the sensor unit carrier body and the extension arm, an extension arm guide groove is recessed along a first direction, with a shape corresponding to the carrier slit. As the sensor unit carrier moves along the first direction, the extension arm guide groove is introduced into the carrier slit, thereby guiding the sensor unit carrier to move in the first direction.

9. The applicator according to claim 6, characterized in that, The weak portion is formed to have a thickness that is thinner than that of the bridging member.

10. The applicator according to claim 7, characterized in that, The bridging member pressure application portion has at least one inclined surface and is arranged at the end of the columnar member in a shape where the cross-section decreases toward the bridging member.

11. The applicator according to claim 6, characterized in that, The bridging component is arranged along a direction intersecting the first direction. The bridging component pressure application section is arranged along the first direction.

12. The applicator according to claim 11, characterized in that, The front end of the bridging member pressure application part has a shape in which its cross-section decreases in a direction opposite to the first direction.

13. The applicator according to claim 5, characterized in that, The restriction on the first direction movement of the sensor unit carrier is released by the breakage of the bridging component.

14. The applicator according to claim 5, characterized in that, The applicator also includes a handle housing connected to the main body housing, such that one end of the handle housing contacts the sensor unit carrier and moves together with the sensor unit carrier. The restriction on the first direction movement of the handle housing is released only when the handle housing is subjected to a pressure exceeding the reference pressure, thereby deforming the bridging member.

15. An applicator assembly, characterized in that, include: The transmitting unit is designed to transmit signals toward the detection location on the skin; The main housing, wherein the transmitting unit is detachably fixed to one end of the main housing, and the interior of the main housing has a movable space along a first direction; The sensor unit carrier is configured to move along the mobile space; The sensor unit includes a transdermal sensor component capable of detecting biological information under the skin of the body, and is configured to move along the first direction in the mobile space together with the sensor unit carrier and be connected to the transmitting unit; The bridging pressure section is disposed in either the main body housing or the sensor unit carrier; as well as A bridging element, disposed on either the main housing or the sensor unit carrier at a position corresponding to the pressure-applying portion of the bridging element, restricts movement of the pressure-applying portion of the bridging element and is configured to break only when the pressure applied to the pressure-applying portion of the bridging element exceeds a reference pressure. Specifically, the restriction on the movement of the sensor unit carrier in the first direction is released by the breakage of the bridging component.

16. The applicator assembly according to claim 15, characterized in that, The bridging element is configured to extend along a direction intersecting the first direction. The bridging component pressure application section is arranged in a direction parallel to the first direction.

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