Autoclavable container for sterilizing wireless rechargeable batteries

Abstract

An autoclavable container for sterilizing wireless rechargeable batteries is disclosed. [Solution] The autoclavable container comprises a lid containing metal and a base containing a material that allows the transmission of electromagnetic waves passing through and has a glass transition temperature higher than 140 degrees Celsius. The lid defines a plurality of openings configured to allow the permeation of the lid by a disinfectant. The lid includes a mount configured to receive a filter that defines a microbial barrier. The base defines a plurality of receptacles, each receptacle shaped to receive a wireless rechargeable battery. The base also includes a plurality of protrusions, each protrusion aligning with the corresponding receptacle.

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] Cross-reference of related applications This patent application is based on U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 62 / 965,61, filed on January 24, 2020. Patent No. 4, and U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 62 / 824,780, filed on March 27, 2019. Both claim priority and all interests, and these provisional patent applications refer to All of these are incorporated herein by reference. [Background technology]

[0002] Non-rechargeable batteries are known as primary batteries, while rechargeable batteries are known as secondary batteries. It is. Secondary batteries can be recharged repeatedly, accumulating charge, and the battery is installed. It can transfer electric charge to medical devices such as surgical tools. This eliminates the need to provide a power cord that connects to an external power source. Removing the cord offers advantages over surgical tools to which the cord is connected. Surgical staff using the tool bring the cord into the sterile surgical area surrounding the patient. Either sterilize the cords so that they can be used, or if unsterilized cords are accidentally used during surgery... You don't have to worry about either ensuring that it's not brought into the operating room or anything else. Furthermore, by removing the cord, the cord will otherwise pose a risk to the surgical procedure. Physical clutter and field of view obstruction will be eliminated.

[0003] Batteries used to power surgical tools are used for non-medical purposes. Batteries are exposed to harsh environmental factors that they are rarely exposed to. For example, during surgical procedures, medical batteries are exposed to harsh environmental factors. It may be exposed to blood or other body fluids. Tissue removed from a patient may adhere to the battery. Therefore, it is a necessary practice to sterilize the battery or ensure that the battery is housed in a sterilized housing during the intervals between surgical procedures. Thus, the batteries must either be capable of being sterilized themselves or be non-sterile batteries with a sterilizable housing in which the battery is placed. In the case of a sterilizable battery, the purification / sterilization process typically includes a process of rinsing the battery to remove contaminants that are readily visible on the surface of the battery. However, these events will result in forming a conductive bridge between battery contacts, and subsequently, a layer of metal oxide may be formed on one or more of these contacts. This oxide layer functions as an impedance layer that reduces both the charging efficiency of the battery and the efficiency of the battery to transfer charge to the tool to which the battery is coupled. Moreover, the battery may be exposed to immersion in a steam-filled chamber as part of an autoclaving process. Special batteries must be used to withstand the high temperatures present during the autoclave process. The autoclave temperature often exceeds 120 degrees Celsius. Even when using special batteries designed to withstand the autoclave temperature, damage can still occur to the battery during the autoclave process (although not as much damage as would occur if conventional batteries used in other environments were used). Therefore, batteries used in medical environments exposed to autoclaving may be more robust against damage than batteries used in other industries.

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[0005] Furthermore, the battery is used for a certain period of time before being connected to the surgical tool for use in the procedure. Since the battery may be in an unused state during this time, it may gradually lose charge. Therefore, Batteries that start in a fully charged state will gradually lose charge while stored, and the battery will not last. It may not have the necessary charge level when requested for use. Surgical tools and Medical professionals using related batteries should ensure that the batteries used in the tool are at a sufficient charge level. It has a function, and is intended for use in surgical procedures or other potentially critical settings. We need to be confident that it has a sufficient level of soundness. [Overview of the project]

[0006] An autoclavable container for sterilizing wireless rechargeable batteries is disclosed. The container is suitable for use with a lid containing metal, and allows the transmission of electromagnetic waves through it, and is suitable for temperatures above 140 degrees Celsius. The lid contains a base made of a material having a high glass transition temperature. Defines multiple openings configured to allow entry. The lid defines a microbial barrier. Includes a mount configured to receive a terminal. The base defines multiple receptacles. Each receptacle is shaped to receive a wirelessly rechargeable battery. The base is multiple It also includes projections, each of which aligns with its corresponding receptacle.

[0007] An autoclavable container for sterilizing wireless rechargeable batteries is disclosed. The container is suitable for use with a lid containing metal, and allows the transmission of electromagnetic waves through it, and is suitable for temperatures above 140 degrees Celsius. The lid contains a base made of a material having a high glass transition temperature. Defines multiple openings configured to allow entry. The lid defines a microbial barrier. Includes a mount configured to receive a terminal. The base defines multiple receptacles. Each receptacle is shaped to receive a wirelessly rechargeable battery. The base is multiple It also includes projections, each of which aligns with its corresponding receptacle. Autoclavable. The container includes a latch assembly which includes a lever body having a handle portion and a body portion. It also includes the yellowtail, and the body section defines the pivot opening and the link opening. Leverbo The D is coupled to the first body and can move between a fixed position and an unfixed position. The pivot shaft facilitates the pivoting motion of the lever body around the pivot shaft. In order to do so, in the pivot bore of the first body and the pivot opening of the lever body It is positioned such that the head portion of the pivot shaft protrudes from the lever body. The shaft is positioned within the link opening and protrudes from there. The latch assembly is interface The clasp body further includes a clasp end and a link end, the link end being a clasp The link shaft is received so that the spring body is pivotably connected to the lever body. A link bore is defined to be configured to take, and the interface end is the lip of the base. It is configured to engage with the lever body. The head portion of the pivot shaft is fixed to the lever body. When positioned, it is separated from the clasp body, and the lever body is in the fixed position. When it pivots and moves away, the lever body pivots further and moves towards the non-fixed position. The head portion moves away from the base, away from the interface end of the clasp body. The head portion engages with the clasp body so that it can be attached.

[0008] Further disclosures include autoclavable containers for sterilizing wireless rechargeable batteries. The claveable container comprises a base including a lip, and a lid configured to engage with the base. It may include a latch assembly. The latch assembly is a first that is fixedly coupled to the lid. It may include a body. The first body is a pivot extending through the first body. The latch bore can be defined. The latch assembly consists of the handle portion and the body portion. The lever body may further include a portion having a pivot opening and The link opening can be defined. The lever body can be coupled to the first body. It can also pivot between the fixed and unfixed positions. Latch assembly This is the pivot movement between the pivot bore of the first body and the pivot opening of the lever body. To facilitate this, the pivot bore of the first body and the pivot opening of the lever body It may further include a pivot shaft positioned inside the mouth. The latch assembly is It may further include a link shaft positioned within the link opening, and the lever body When pivoting between the fixed and unfixed positions, the link shaft and the cover It can move along with the link shaft so as to pass through the gap. The latch assembly is in The clasp body may further include a tough face end and a link end, The end of the link receives the link shaft so that the clasp body connects to the lever body. A link bore is defined to be configured to take, and the interface end is the base rib It is configured to engage with the lever body. The latch assembly is mounted on the first body. It is positioned in contact with the body and restricts the free movement of the body from the non-fixed and fixed positions. It may further include a movement-preventing assembly for this purpose.

[0009] A method for removing sterile contents stored in an autoclavable container using an aseptic method is disclosed. The container comprises a base, a lid that can engage with the base, and a first fixedly coupled to the lid. Body, lever body pivotably coupled to body, and base engaged The method includes a latch assembly that includes a clasp body. The handle portion of the bar body is pivoted around the first body, which is fixedly attached to the lid. This step includes moving the lever body from a locked position to an unlocked position. When moved, the handle portion of the lever body is in a non-fixed position than in a fixed position. Located further from the base, and this step also allows the autoclavable container to be used. The clasp body of the latch assembly with the case is released, moving from the locked position to the unlocked position. In response to the pivot of the lever body to its position, the clasp body of the latch assembly moves It moves outward in the direction away from the surface. This method provides access to sterile contents. To do this, lift the lever body without touching the base to open the lid. Steps to lift from the stand, and steps to remove sterile contents without touching the base. It also includes "pu".

[0010] An autoclavable container for sterilizing wireless rechargeable batteries is disclosed. A sterilizable container includes a lid and a base, and either the base or the lid is a sterilized container. Defines multiple openings configured to allow permeation. The autoclavable container is gold It also includes a removable tray containing a wireless rechargeable battery. Furthermore, the tray is designed to allow for battery removal by lifting it from the base. The removable tray is made so that the removable tray includes an open periphery, with an open periphery and surrounding area. The enclosure includes an opening, which allows the transmission of electromagnetic waves passing through it.

[0011] A system for sterilizing wireless rechargeable batteries, the system includes a wireless charging device. A wireless charging device is configured to transmit electromagnetic waves to supply charging power. A wireless rechargeable battery and an autoc configured to be placed on top of a wireless charging device. Includes an autoclavable container. The autoclavable container includes a lid and a base, and the base and One of the lids has multiple openings configured to allow disinfectant to pass through the container. Defined. Autoclavable containers also include removable trays containing metal, and removable The tray can receive wirelessly rechargeable batteries and lift the tray from the base. Therefore, it is configured to allow battery removal. The removable tray is a removable tray - Includes an opening around the periphery and surrounding openings, which allow electromagnetic waves to pass through. I will allow it.

[0012] A system for sterilizing wireless rechargeable batteries, the system comprising a wireless element including the bottom surface. A rechargeable battery and an autoclavable container configured to receive a wirelessly rechargeable battery. Includes. Autoclavable containers include lids and bases, and the lids are designed to prevent permeation of the lid by disinfectants. The lid defines multiple openings configured to allow entry and filters to define a microbial barrier. Includes a mount configured to receive a wireless rechargeable battery, and the base also receives a wireless rechargeable battery. Define a receptacle shaped in such a way, and a projection that aligns with the receptacle. The receptacle includes a standoff extending from the floor, thereby connecting to the receptacle. Therefore, the received wireless rechargeable battery is placed on multiple standoffs, and also on the bottom surface The bottom surface of the wireless rechargeable battery is positioned so that most of the surface is exposed to the disinfectant directly beneath it. To enable circulation, it is placed at a distance from the floor.

[0013] A lid and a base including a receptacle shaped to receive a wireless rechargeable battery, A s This is a method for sterilizing wireless rechargeable batteries in an autoclavable container, including a stand-off battery. The method involves the standoff positioning the bottom surface of the wireless rechargeable battery at a distance from the floor of the receptacle. The step of placing the wireless rechargeable battery inside the receptacle of an autoclavable container. The steps include placing the autoclavable container inside the autoclave and the bottom surface of the battery The step includes sterilizing an autoclavable container so that most of it is exposed to a disinfectant. .

[0014] An autoclavable wireless rechargeable battery is disclosed. It consists of a housing, cells placed within the housing, and a housing placed between the cells and the housing. A ferrite base and a device placed on the ferrite base that is designed to receive electromagnetic waves. The inductive coil is constructed and placed on a ferrite base to receive radio frequency signals. A radio frequency coil configured as such, and an inductive coil placed between the housing and the cell. A microcontroller coupled to a radio frequency coil, and a cell and ferrite base. Includes a thermal insulating material that is at least partially placed between the two.

[0015] An autoclavable wireless rechargeable battery is disclosed. It consists of a housing, cells placed within the housing, and at least one space between the housing and the cells. Partially placed thermal insulating material and ferrite base placed between the cell and housing. The ferrite base is placed on top of the induction koi, which is configured to receive electromagnetic waves. The ferrite base is positioned to receive radio frequency signals. It includes a radio frequency coil, and the ferrite base is a monolithic component, radio frequency The coils and induction coils share a ferrite base. Autoclavable, wireless charging. The container is positioned between the housing and the cell, and contains the induction coil and radio frequency coil. It also includes a microcontroller that is coupled to it.

[0016] An autoclavable wireless rechargeable battery is disclosed. It consists of a housing, cells placed within the housing, and at least one space between the housing and the cells. Partially placed thermal insulating material and ferrite base placed between the cell and housing. The ferrite base is placed on top of the induction koi, which is configured to receive electromagnetic waves. A radio frequency coil, wherein the adjacent windings of the radio frequency coil are made of a flexible printed circuit board. Embedded in the medium of a flexible printed circuit board so as to be fixed to each other by the medium of the board. The flexible printed circuit board includes a radio frequency coil and is positioned on a ferrite base. The radio frequency coil is configured to receive radio frequency signals. Furthermore, ferrite The base is a monolithic component, and the radio frequency coil and induction coil are made of ferrite. They share a base. The autoclavable wireless rechargeable battery is located between the housing and the cells. The microcontroller is coupled to the induction coil and the radio frequency coil. Includes stem.

[0017] An autoclavable wireless rechargeable battery is disclosed. It consists of a housing, cells placed within the housing, and at least one space between the housing and the cells. Partially placed thermal insulating material and ferrite base placed between the cell and housing. The ferrite base is positioned on top of the induction coil, which is configured to receive electromagnetic waves. And, a radio frequency coil, wherein the adjacent windings of the radio frequency coil are on a flexible printed circuit board Embedded in the medium of a flexible printed circuit board so as to be fixed to each other by the medium. The flexible printed circuit board includes a radio frequency coil and is placed on a ferrite base. Furthermore, the radio frequency coil is configured to receive radio frequency signals. The light base is a monolithic component, and the radio frequency coil and induction coil are... The light base is positioned between the housing and the cell, and the induction coil and radio frequency It shares a microcontroller that is coupled to the coil.

[0018] A polymerization autoclavable container for sterilization having improved drying properties is disclosed. The polymerization autoclavable container includes a lid and a base, and at least one of the base and the lid The other is a plurality of devices configured to allow permeation of autoclavable containers with disinfectants. The aperture is defined. Furthermore, the base includes a polymerized material that allows the transmission of electromagnetic waves to pass through. It has a glass transition temperature higher than 140 degrees Celsius and exhibits a water contact angle of less than 90 degrees. It has a schard-processed inner surface.

[0019] A polymerization autoclavable container for sterilization having improved drying properties is disclosed. An autoclavable container includes a lid and a base, and at least one of the base and the lid The method involves a plurality of openings configured to allow the permeation of the autoclavable container with a disinfectant. The mouth is defined. Furthermore, the base contains a polymerized material that allows the transmission of electromagnetic waves to pass through, and It has a glass transition temperature higher than 140 degrees Celsius and also has a hydrophilic internal surface.

[0020] A method for manufacturing a base for an autoclavable container is disclosed. The method involves passing through It allows the transmission of electromagnetic waves, and the internal surface exhibits a contact angle of less than 90 degrees, at 140 degrees Celsius. Base for autoclavable containers from polymerization materials having a glass transition temperature higher than 10 degrees The process includes the step of forming the object.

[0021] A method for manufacturing a base for an autoclavable container is disclosed. The method involves passing through Polymerization material that allows the transmission of electromagnetic waves and has a glass transition temperature higher than 140 degrees Celsius. The steps include forming a base for an autoclavable container and the inner surface of the base A step of texture the molded base so that it exhibits a water contact angle of less than 90 degrees. This includes.

[0022] The advantages of this disclosure are as described below in detail, with reference to the attached drawings. The merits of this disclosure will be readily apparent as they will be better understood by [the relevant source]. Examples of non-exclusive and non-exclusive disclosures are illustrated with reference to the following diagrams, and similar examples are provided in the diagrams. Unless otherwise specified, the numerical representations indicate the same component throughout the various diagrams. . [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0023] [Figure 1] This is a perspective view of an autoclavable container placed on top of a charging module, which houses a wireless rechargeable battery. [Figure 2A] A perspective view of an autoclavable container. [Figure 2B] This is a side view of an autoclavable container, showing that the lid and base of the autoclavable container are separated, and that a wireless rechargeable battery is located inside the base. [Figure 3] This is a flowchart illustrating a method for removing sterile contents stored in an autoclavable container using an aseptic method. [Figure 4A] This is a perspective view of the latch assembly of an autoclavable container in its fixed position. [Figure 4B] This is a side view of the latch assembly in Figure 4A in the fixed position. [Figure 4C] This is a side view of the final assembly at an intermediate position, as shown in Figure 4A. [Figure 4D] This is a side view of the latch assembly in Figure 4A in a non-fixed position. [Figure 4E] Figure 4D is an exploded view of the latch assembly in a non-fixed position. [Figure 4F] Figure 4D is a bottom side perspective view of the latch assembly in a non-fixed position. [Figure 5A] This is a perspective view of the latch assembly in a locked position, with fragile sealing elements positioned within the latch assembly. [Figure 5B]This is a perspective view of the latch assembly in a locked position, with fragile sealing elements positioned within the latch assembly. [Figure 5C] This is a perspective view of a latch assembly in a non-fixed position and a partially positioned, cut, fragile sealing element within the latch assembly. [Figure 6A] This is a top view of the external surface of the lid of an autoclavable container. [Figure 6B] This is a top view of the inner surface of the lid of an autoclavable container. [Figure 6C] This is a perspective view of the internal surface of the base of an autoclavable container. [Figure 6D] This is a top view of the external surface of the base of an autoclavable container. [Figure 6E] A perspective view of the internal surface of the base of an autoclavable vessel, including alignment features. [Figure 6F] This is a partial side view of the internal surface of the base of an autoclavable vessel, including alignment features. [Figure 6G] This is a perspective view of a wireless rechargeable battery, including alignment features. [Figure 7A] This is a perspective view of a wireless rechargeable battery located within a removable tray and autoclavable container base. [Figure 7B] This is a perspective view of a wireless rechargeable battery positioned within a removable tray and an autoclavable container base, with the autoclavable container base being hypothetical. [Figure 7C] A perspective view of the wireless rechargeable battery removed from the base of the removable tray and autoclavable container. [Figure 7D] This is a top view of a removable tray positioned together with the base of an autoclavable container. [Figure 7E] This is a diagram of the magnetic field generated by the charging module and the removable tray, excluding the aperture. [Figure 7F] This is a diagram of the magnetic field generated by the charging module and the removable tray including the aperture. [Figure 8A] This is a perspective view of a wireless rechargeable battery. [Figure 8B] This is a side view of a tool coupled with a wireless rechargeable battery. [Figure 8C] This is a block diagram of a wireless rechargeable battery. [Figure 8D] This is a diagram showing the exploded view of a wireless rechargeable battery. [Figure 8E] Figure 8A shows a cross-sectional view of a wireless rechargeable battery. [Figure 8F] This figure shows a flexible printed circuit board, ferrite base, induction coil, and radio frequency coil for a wireless rechargeable battery. [Figure 8G] This is an exploded view of the ferrite base, induction coil, and radio frequency coil of a wireless rechargeable battery. [Figure 9] This is a block diagram of the various subcircuits inside the battery controller of a wireless rechargeable battery. [Figure 10] This is a block diagram of an exemplary data structure that can be stored in the battery controller's memory. [Figure 11A] This is a top view of the charging module. [Figure 11B] These are block diagrams of two examples of charging modules. [Figure 11C] These are block diagrams of two examples of charging modules. [Figure 12] This is a flowchart illustrating an exemplary method for supplying charge to a wirelessly rechargeable battery. [Figure 13] This is a flowchart illustrating an exemplary method for supplying charge to a wirelessly rechargeable battery. [Figure 14] This is a flowchart illustrating an exemplary method for supplying charge to a wirelessly rechargeable battery. [Figure 15A] These are top views of two examples of textured internal surfaces of autoclavable container bases. [Figure 15B] These are top views of two examples of textured internal surfaces of autoclavable container bases. [Figure 16] Figure 15B is a side view of the cutout on the textured inner surface of the base. [Figure 17A] Figure 15B is a partially cutaway side view of the textured inner surface of the base, with a water droplet placed on top of the base. [Figure 17B] This is a partially cutaway side view of the untextured inner surface of the base of an autoclavable container with water droplets placed on the base. [Figure 18A] This is a partial side view of an exemplary texture on a textured surface. [Figure 18B] This is a plot of exemplary textures on a textured surface. [Figure 18C] This is a plot of the undulation of an exemplary texture on a textured surface. [Figure 18D] This is a plot of the roughness of exemplary textures on textured surfaces. [Figure 18E] This plot shows the various parameters used to characterize the roughness of the exemplary texture in Figure 18D. [Figure 18F] This plot shows the various parameters used to characterize the roughness of the exemplary texture in Figure 18D. [Figure 18G] This plot shows the various parameters used to characterize the roughness of the exemplary texture in Figure 18D. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0024] The following explanation provides many specific details to give you a complete understanding of this disclosure. However, it is not necessary to use specific details to put this disclosure into practice. This will be obvious to those skilled in the art. In other examples, to avoid obscuring this disclosure Well-known materials or methods are not described in detail.

[0025] Throughout this specification, references to "an example," "an example," "an instance," or "an example" are used. , certain features, structures or characteristics described in relation to the examples are at least as described in this disclosure. This means that it is also included as one example. Therefore, various throughout this specification The appearance of the words "in one example," "in one example," or "example" in certain places. These do not necessarily all refer to the same example or instance. Furthermore, certain specific examples... Features, structures, or characteristics may be described in any appropriate combination and / or in one or more examples. Or they can be combined in partial combinations as in the example. Furthermore, provided together with this specification The diagrams provided are intended to explain to those skilled in the art, and the drawings do not necessarily represent the same as those shown. Please note that it is not depicted on Kale Street.

[0026] In particular, this disclosure relates to a wireless charging module having at least one charging bay. A battery that can be charged wirelessly is described. Wireless rechargeable batteries can be sterilized, and It can be placed in an autoclavable container, and the autoclavable container is inside It can sterilize the volume contained and maintain a sterile state. In other words, Autoclavable containers remain in the autoclave until the autoclavable container is opened. It provides a microbial barrier to maintain the contents of the container in a sterile state. The container can then be transported to the charging module and maintained in a sterile volume. While you are using it, you can charge the wireless rechargeable battery. The wireless rechargeable battery is It is also possible to communicate with the charging module while it is maintained in a sterile volume. Wireless charging While transporting the electric battery to the charging module, the wireless rechargeable battery and its internal components It can be put into a low-power state.

[0027] When a wireless rechargeable battery is placed near the charging bay, the communication antenna connected to the charging bay activates. It generates an electromagnetic field used for communication with battery-powered communication devices. The power antenna is also a battery It is connected to I, and this power antenna is unusable when the communication antenna is made available. It can be made possible. In one example, a battery-powered communication device has an integrated RF antenna. This includes communication devices such as NFC tags. Other examples include RFID tags. It is also possible to use other tags or other suitable circuits coupled to the antenna. The antenna is powered by the electromagnetic field of the charging module, and the battery communication device It emerges from a low-power state and pairs with the charging module. In one example, the battery controller and charging All other components of the wireless rechargeable battery, such as the circuit, etc., are connected to the RF tag antenna. When ghee is supplied, or when the wireless rechargeable battery is paired with the charging module, it enters a low power state. You can get out of there.

[0028] When a wireless rechargeable battery and charging module are paired, the charging module will indicate the battery's charging state. Battery status data, such as data and battery health status data, is transmitted via NFC tags or other communication devices. It can be received from the vise. The charging module is located within the display area of ​​the charging module, etc. Battery status data can be displayed on one or more indicators (see Figure 11A). i) The charging module can also receive battery operation data from the NFC tag. .

[0029] When the charging module receives battery status data and / or battery operation data, the charging module Joule charges the wireless rechargeable battery by sending the relevant requests to the wireless rechargeable battery. It can determine whether it is ready to charge. When the wireless rechargeable battery responds to the request with a message indicating that it is ready, the charging mode Joule begins the charging process.

[0030] The charging module disables the communication antenna and the charging bay connected to the battery. The charging process can be initiated by enabling the power antenna. The antenna generates an electromagnetic field that inductively couples to the corresponding antenna within the battery. Then, the charging power Power is supplied from the charger's power antenna to the battery antenna to charge the battery cells. A predetermined time After a certain period, the charger controller disables the power antenna and the communication antenna again. Enable use and charge the battery using the communication antenna and battery communication device. By pairing them, the process can be restarted. According to this method, the charger The controller periodically receives updated data from the battery and supplies additional power to the battery. It is possible to decide whether or not to supply power to the line.

[0031] Figure 1 shows an autoclavable container 12 for sterilizing a wireless rechargeable battery 14, and A system 10 including a charging module 16 for supplying charging power to a rechargeable battery 14. This is a perspective view. Individual autoclaves can be used as described more fully in this specification. The power container 12 can receive one or more wireless rechargeable batteries 14, and also individual The charging module 16 can receive one or more autoclavable containers 12. The autoclavable container 12 receives the wireless rechargeable battery 14, and also the charging module When module 16 receives the autoclavable container 12, the charging module 16 is wirelessly rechargeable Establishes communication with battery 14 and supplies charging power to wireless rechargeable battery 14. Autoclave Each of the charging container 12, the wireless rechargeable battery 14, and the charging module 16 is specified in this specification. This will be explained in more detail.

[0032] The autoclavable container 12 is used for sterilization and charging of the module 1 in the autoclave. Configured to receive one or more wireless rechargeable batteries 14 for charging by 6 The autoclavable container 12 allows for the sterilization of the wireless rechargeable battery 14. Furthermore, it can be transported to the desired location of use (e.g., an operating room) using various methods.

[0033] In one such method, the wireless rechargeable battery 14 is autoclavable prior to sterilization. It can be placed inside the container 12. Next, the wireless rechargeable battery 14 is placed in an autoclavable container. Maintain inside 12, autoclave process (or other suitable sterilization process) The autoclavable container 12 can be sterilized in this way. Therefore, according to this method, The wireless rechargeable battery 14 and the autoclavable container 12 can be sterilized together, Furthermore, the volume 30 (shown in Figure 2B) inside the autoclavable container 12 is sterilized. It can be done or maintained in a sterile state. Next, the wireless rechargeable battery 14 and While maintaining a sterile state with a bacterial volume of 30, the autoclavable container 12 is moved to the desired location of use. It can be carried, or otherwise transported.

[0034] In another similar method, the wireless rechargeable battery 14 undergoes an autoclave process (or It can be sterilized by another appropriate process and then placed in an autoclavable container 12. This can be done. Alternatively, an autoclavable container 12 can be sterilized and autoclavable. Ensure that the volume 30 (shown in Figure 2B) inside the container 12 is properly sterilized. It is also possible to do so. Therefore, the sterile state of the wireless rechargeable battery 14 It is placed in a sterile volume 30 of an autoclavable container 12 so that the sterile condition is maintained. The autoclavable container 12 is sealed, and the wireless rechargeable battery 14 and sterile volume 30 are placed inside. The bacteria can be transported to the desired location of use, or otherwise shipped, while maintaining their bacterial state.

[0035] Therefore, after sterilizing the wireless rechargeable battery 14 using any of the above methods, The autoclavable container 12 containing the rechargeable battery 14 is placed near the charging module 16. The wireless rechargeable battery 14 can be charged by placing it in the charging module 16. The wireless rechargeable battery 14 is microbiologically sealed in a sterile volume 30. It can supply charging power to 14. Furthermore, the charging module 16 is a wireless charging power While the battery 14 is housed within the sterile volume 30, it communicates with the wireless rechargeable battery 14, according to this specification. Battery operation data, battery status data and / or any other appropriate data as described therein It is also possible to obtain such data.

[0036] In an alternative example, the wireless rechargeable battery 14 is placed in the autoclavable container 12 prior to sterilization. It can also be placed inside, and the autoclavable container 12 is autoclavable While the container 12 and the wireless rechargeable battery 14 are in a non-sterile state, the wireless rechargeable battery 14 is charged It can be placed near the charging module 16 to receive power. In such a case, After the wireless rechargeable battery 14 receives charging power from the charging module 16, the autoclave Until the rechargeable container 12 is opened, the wireless rechargeable battery 14 is stored in a sterile and charged state. To enable this, the autoclavable container 12 and the wireless rechargeable battery 14 are placed inside the autoclave. It can be sterilized.

[0037] In another alternative example, an autoclavable container 12 is used for a battery other than the wireless rechargeable battery 14. It is also possible to sterilize surgical instruments. For example, by using the method described herein. It can be used to sterilize manual surgical instruments such as scalpels, forceps, and bone crushers. Using the same method described in the specification, a rotary handpiece, drill or It is also possible to sterilize electric surgical instruments such as endoscopes.

[0038] Figures 2A to 2F show various diagrams of the autoclavable container 12. As shown, the autoclavable container 12 is substantially rectangular in shape. While the autoclavable container 12 is described herein, It can be made into any suitable form that can be made to work as described. I want to be recognized.

[0039] As shown in Figure 2A, the autoclavable container 12 has two opposite sides The side portion 18, the two opposite end portions 20, the bottom portion 22 and the top portion 24 It can include. In the example shown in Figure 2A, the autoclavable container 12 has a lid 2 Includes 6 and base 28, which are autoclaved using one or more seals. By defining a volume 30 (shown in Figure 2B) within the buoyable container 12, they can interact with each other. It can be sealed. Each of the lid 26 and base 28 has an external surface 27, 29 The lid 26 and base 28 have internal surfaces 31 and 33 (as shown in Figure 6B, respectively). It also contains (as shown in Figure 6C), and these together define a volume of 30. In this example, the lid 26 can be removed from the base 28, as shown in Figure 2A. One or more wireless rechargeable batteries 14 are removable in an autoclavable container. It can be placed inside 12.

[0040] The lid 26 of the autoclavable container 12 may contain metal and retain heat and the contents It is configured to facilitate the drying of materials. For example, the autoclavable container 12 is wireless In an example of storing the rechargeable battery 14, the autoclavable container 12 is placed inside the autoclave. In this case, high-temperature sterilizing agents such as steam, hydrogen peroxide, ozone, or ethylene oxide are used. The wireless rechargeable battery 14 can be sterilized. This is done inside the autoclavable container 12. The liquid to be condensed into the wireless rechargeable battery placed in the part or autoclavable container 12 This can result in the wireless rechargeable battery 14 being sterilized and removed from the autoclave. The lid 26 retains the heat from the autoclave and is stored inside the autoclavable container 12. The lid 26 facilitates the drying of the wirelessly rechargeable battery 14. In 1W / (m * Includes a thermal conductivity of K or higher. In some examples, the lid 26 is made of metal. It consists of, or is essentially made of, metal. In another example, the lid 26 contains metal. It is not necessary. For example, the lid 26 can contain polymerization material. In such an example, the lid 26 still dries its contents by retaining the heat from the autoclave. To facilitate this, it may include materials other than metals.

[0041] The base 28 of the autoclavable vessel 12 has a glass transition temperature higher than 140 degrees Celsius. Includes materials having. As already mentioned, an autoclave containing a wireless rechargeable battery 14 Place the container 12 in an autoclave and use a high-temperature sterilizer to disinfect the wireless rechargeable battery 14 It can sterilize. The temperature inside the autoclave can exceed 120 degrees Celsius. Therefore, base 28 includes a material having a glass transition temperature higher than 140 degrees Celsius.

[0042] Furthermore, the base 28 of the autoclavable container 12 allows the transmission of electromagnetic waves passing through. It contains the same materials. As already mentioned, the charging module 16 is autoclavable. The device 12 can receive power and supply charging power to the wireless rechargeable battery 14. In this example, the charging power is supplied as electromagnetic waves. Therefore, base 28 is via electromagnetic waves It includes materials that allow the transmission of electromagnetic waves to pass through in order to receive charging power. Base 28 has a dielectric constant of 10 or less or 5 or less in order to allow the transmission of electromagnetic waves passing through. Materials containing the following dielectric constants may be included. For example, base 28 transmits electromagnetic waves that pass through it. It may include polymer materials such as plastics that allow for this. Another example is base 2 8 is a material other than the polymer material that allows the transmission of electromagnetic waves to pass through, such as glass. It can include...

[0043] In one such example, the material that allows the transmission of electromagnetic waves to pass through is a polymerized material. Furthermore, the base 28 can be formed from a polymerized material by injection molding. Polymerization The material is based on the total weight of the polymer material, with at least 10%, at least 30%, or less It may contain at least 50% by weight of poly(aryl ether sulfone)(P). The composite material consists of at least 70% by weight of poly(aryl ether) based on the total weight of the polymer material. It is preferable to include (P) sulfone. The polymerization material is less based on the total weight of the polymerization material. At least 90% by weight, otherwise at least 95% by weight of poly(aryl ethersulfites) It is more preferable to include (P). The polymerization material is essentially poly(aryl ether It is even more preferable that the polymerization material consists of (P) sulfone. It is most preferable that it consists of poly(aryl ethersulfone)(P). (P) is advantageously weight-average molecular weight in the range of 20,000 to 100,000. It has. Poly(aryl ether sulfone)(P) has 40,000 to 70,0 It is preferable that the weight-average molecular weight is in the range of 00. This can be determined by gel transmission chromatography using the polystyrene calibration standard. Base 28 is a polyphenylsulfone homopolymer, i.e., the repeating units are essentially The polymer may (preferably all) be repeating units of formula (H). SOLV RADEL (registered trademark) of AY ADVANCED POLYMERS, LLC R-polyphenylsulfone is an example of a polyphenylsulfone homopolymer.

[0044] As shown in Figure 2A, the autoclavable container 12 has a latch assembly 48 It can include. Figures 4A to 4F show one configuration of the latch assembly 48, The switch assembly 48 is shown collectively in Figures 4A to 5C and is labeled. Furthermore, this is clearly shown and labeled in Figures 4E and 4F. The other configurations of the senburi can also be realized, and the lid 26 can be fastened to the base 28. Example For example, the latch assembly shown in Figures 1 to 2B is the same as the latch assembly shown in Figures 4A to 5C. It operates in substantially the same manner as described below in relation to the switch assembly 48. Legally, it is also possible to use the latch assemblies shown in Figures 6A and 6B. That is the case.

[0045] Most commonly, according to latch assembly 48, the user can take advantage of the mechanical benefits. This ensures that the lid 26 can be securely fastened to the base 28. The semblage 48 consists of a first body 502, a lever body 504 and a clasp body It can be equipped with 506. The first body 5 will be described in more detail below. 02 can be fixed and joined to the lid 26, and the lever body 504 is the first body 5 It can be connected to 02, and the clasp body 506 can be connected to the lever body 504. They can be combined. In some configurations, the first body 502 is coupled to the base 28. The clasp body 506 engages with the lid 26, and the base 28 attaches to the lid 26. It is configured to fasten. In this specification, the latch assembly 48 is not fixed. When the lever body 504 is moved to move between the position and the fixed position, the lever body It could be said that 504 moved between a non-fixed position and a fixed position.

[0046] By moving the lever body 504 between the fixed position and the unfixed position, the user can Without needing to individually touch the clasp body 506 (described below), the lid 26 is base It is fixed to the base 28, and the lid 26 can be removed from the base 28. As shown in Figures 4A to 4D. As described, the base 28 includes a lip 68 formed integrally with the base 28. Because the base 28 may come into contact with a non-sterile surface while the autoclaveable container 12 is being transported, This is advantageous. More generally, it allows for the transfer of sterile contents from an autoclavable container 12. When removing the sterile contents, contact between the user and the autoclavable container 12 It is advantageous to limit contact. Therefore, the user is Base 28 and / or Class Without individually touching the body 506, the lid 26 of the autoclavable container 12 is opened. Since the toclavable container 12 can be removed from the base 28, the user can use it in a sterile environment. The contents can be removed from the autoclavable container 12 in a sterile manner.

[0047] As mentioned above, the first body 502 is fixed and joined to the lid 26, and As shown in the figure, it can be connected to either end 20 of the lid 26. Here, the lid 26 includes two latch assemblies 26, which are two pairs opposite each other. It is positioned above the side shorter. The first body 502 is the first body 5 The outer surface 508 is parallel to the end 20 of the lid 26 to which 02 is attached, and the outer surface 508 It has two lateral surfaces 510 that extend toward the lid 26. Several features The lateral surface 510 is defined, and the pivot bore 512 is defined in the first body 502 The pivot axis 514 is defined extending between each of the lateral surfaces 510. Axis 514 is roughly parallel to the outer surface 508, and as will be discussed in more detail below, It is configured to receive the bot shaft 516. The first body 502 is lateral The link slots 518 extending between each of the opposing surfaces 510 can be further defined. This link slot 518 is also linked to link shaft 5, which will be discussed in more detail below. It is configured to receive 20. The link slot 518 is parallel to the pivot axis 514. When viewed from the direction of the row, it curves around a center point located on the pivot axis 514. The link slot 518 has a curved contour, radially around the pivot axis 514 It is positioned at. In other words, the center line of the link slot 518 is the pivot axis 514 It is defined by a semicircular arc centered on [the specified point]. The embodiments illustrated herein In terms of morphology, the arc lengths defining link slot 518 are 75 degrees (75°) and 135 degrees. It can be between degrees (135°), and in some cases, it can be between approximately 100° and 120°. It may be in between. Furthermore, the first body 502 has at least the link slot 518 A portion of it is also configured to be positioned between the pivot bore 512 and the cover 26.

[0048] The operation of the latch assembly 48 is provided via the lever body 504. D504 has a handle portion 522 and a body portion 524, the handle portion Minute 522 is to be grasped by the user to facilitate the operation of the latch assembly 48. It is configured such that the body portion 524 responds to the drive of the handle portion 522. , configured to bring about coordinated movement of the latch assembly 48. Lever body 5 The body portion 524 of 04 may include a front wall 526 and two side walls 528. The side walls 528 extend from opposite sides of the front wall 526 toward the edge 530 at roughly right angles. It extends in that direction. The front wall 526 and the side wall 528 are opposite each other, for example, flat material. It can be formed by bending the edge 530 to form a U-shape. A pair of wings 53 2 protrudes from the front wall 526 in a direction roughly parallel to the handle portion of the lever body 504. Partially forming 522. Pivot opening 534 and link opening 536 are leverbo It is defined in the body portion 524 of D 504, and each of the side walls 528 is It extends through one side. The pivot opening 534 receives the pivot shaft 516. It is configured in such a way that the link opening 536 receives the link shaft 520. It is constructed in such a way that recesses 562 are further defined in one or both of the side walls 528. It is possible. The recess 562 shown in Figure 4E extends through the side wall 528, but the recess The location is a thinned section located on only one or both sides of the side wall 528. Even if the dimple has a region, or one or both of the side walls 528 On the side, there is a raised feature resulting from the deformation of the opposite side of each side wall 528. It can also have dimples.

[0049] The lever body 504, which is coupled to the first body 502, has a fixed position and an unfixed position. It is configured to move between positions by pivoting motion relative to the first body 502. - Body 504 is positioned on top of the first body 502, and side wall 528 is side wall 5 The 28 pivot openings 534 are aligned with the pivot bore 512 of the first body 502. , positioned adjacent to the lateral surface 510 of the first body 502. Pivot Shaft The 516 is inserted through the pivot bore 512 and the pivot opening 534, This allows the lever body 504 to be pivotably connected to the first body 502. Referring to Figures 4B to 4D, we see the fixed position (Figure 4B), the intermediate position (Figure 4C), and the non-fixed position. The lever body 504 is shown in position (Figure 4D). The lever body 504 is With respect to the first body 502, between the fixed position and the unfixed position around the pivot axis 514 It is pivotable. The fixing position is generally relative to the outer surface 508 of the first body 502. The lever body 504 is positioned almost parallel to the base 28 of the sterilization container 12. It is defined by the handle portion 522 which is located nearby and spaced apart. The non-fixed position is approximately , a lever body positioned almost perpendicular to the outer surface 508 of the first body 502 504 and the handle portion 522, which is located relatively far from the base 28 of the sterilization container 12. It is defined by the following. In other words, the handle portion 522 is in a non-fixed position. It is positioned closer to the lid base 28 in the fixed position than the other latch assembly 48. Parallel and right angles are used to schematically illustrate the position of the lever body 504 relative to the features. Although they are used, they are not precise measurements of the position of the specific components they refer to. It is not a term, but merely a descriptive term. In this method, at the fixed position, the lever body 50 The front wall 526 of 4 is parallel to the outer surface 508 of the first body 502 at an angle of approximately 30° or less. It is intended that an angle can be formed. Similarly, in the non-fixed position, lever body 504 The front wall 526 is at a right angle of approximately 30° or less to the outer surface 508 of the first body 502. It can form an angle.

[0050] In addition to being located in both the pivot bore 512 and the pivot opening 534, The length of the pivot shaft 516 is such that the head portion 538 is separated from the first body 502. It is designed to protrude from the pivot opening 534 in that direction. The pivot shaft 516 is Each head portion 538 is on the lateral surface 510 of the first body and the lever body 50 The pivot protrudes from one of the pivot openings 534 in a direction away from the side wall of 4. The shaft 516 has two head portions 538 positioned on opposite sides of each other. It is possible (only one is shown). The pivot shaft 516 can be done in several ways. in a predetermined position or of the lever body 504 and / or the first body 502 It can be fixed to any of the following. For example, one exemplary method is that the lever body 504 is pin The pivot shaft 516 and the pivot shaft 516 are to pivot relative to the pivot shaft 516. Press fast can be used between A512. Alternatively, pivot shutter The pivot 516 moves together with the lever body 504 relative to the first body 502. It is also possible to utilize a press fit between the bolt shaft 516 and the pivot opening 534. Other methods such as crimping, fastening, welding, etc., either as an alternative or in combination. It is also possible to use the same method.

[0051] The movement of the lever body 504 is controlled by the clasp body connected to the lever body 504. It is transmitted to base 28 by 506. Clasp body 506 is interface It has a base end 540 and a link end 542. The interface end 540 is base The lip 68 of the 28 is configured to engage with the lid 26 toward the base 28 and apply tension to the lid 26 toward the base 28. The link end 542 defines the link bore 544, and the link bore 544 is The clasp body 506 is connected to the lever body 504, and the link shaft 520 It is configured to receive a link shaft 520 so that it can move around. The movement of the link end 542 of the clasp body 506 is due to the link of the lever body 504. The opening 536 corresponds to the movement of the link opening 536, and the lever body 504 is fixed in position When moving between the fixed and unfixed positions, it moves within the link slot 518 along a semicircular arc. As shown in Figure 4D, the clasp body 506 has two side portions 546. It is provided with, and a pocket 548 is defined between them. The side portion 546 is It extends between the terminal face end 540 and the link end 542, and the lever body 504 As it moves toward the fixed position, a portion of the lever body 504 is received by the pocket 548. They are spaced apart for that purpose.

[0052] In some configurations, the link bore 544 connects each end of the side portion 546 to the link shaft Bend the shaft 520 to a suitable radius to receive it, and then bend it back towards the interface end 540. This allows it to be formed on the link end 542 of the clasp body 506. The interface end 540 is similarly bent so that the clasp body 506 engages with the base 28. When the lever body 504 is in the fixed position, the interface end 540 A hook suitable for engaging with the lip 68 of the base 28 so that the engagement is not easily disengaged. A shape contour 550 can be formed. The interface end 540 has a hook-shaped contour 550. Examples that do not include, and / or examples where base 28 does not include lip 68, etc. In other examples, the interface end 540 engages with the base 28 by alternative means. It can be configured in the following way.

[0053] As mentioned above, the link shaft 520 has a link slot 518 and a link opening 5 It is located within the 36 and link bore 544. Pivot shaft 51 as described above. Similar to 6, the link shaft 520 can be assembled by, for example, press fitting, welding, fasteners, adhesive, etc. The link opening 536 or link bore 544 can be fixed in place by various methods such as the above. Yes, it is possible. For example, one exemplary method is for the lever body 504 to move freely on the link shaft 520. The press between the link shaft 520 and the link bore 544 allows it to move. First can be used. Alternatively, the clasp body 506 is Linksha To allow free movement on the shaft 520, the link shaft 520 and the link opening 536 are positioned between them. It is also possible to use the reply-filling feature.

[0054] Referring again to the side views shown in Figures 4B to 4D, the clasp body 506 Along with the corresponding movement, the latch assembly in the fixed, intermediate, and unfixed positions. 48 is shown. The clasp is released by the movement of the lever body 504 toward the non-locking position. Body 506 moves and engages with the interface end 540 with the lip 68 of base 28. Release. When the lever body 504 pivots, the pivot shaft 516 is roughly above The link shaft 520 moves from its original position to a position approximately below the pivot shaft 516. Furthermore, the link end 542 of the clasp body 506 moves in a downward direction. The link shaft 520 moves in a semicircular arc. The movement of the clasp body 506 is It can be defined with respect to the head portion 538 of the pivot shaft 516. The head portion 538 of the pivot shaft 516 is positioned so that the lever body 504 is fixed in place. When placed, it is separated from the clasp body 506, and the lever body 504 pivots When it moves away from the locked position, the lever body 504 pivots further to the unlocked position. When moving, the head portion 538 moves away from the base 28 in the direction of the interface end portion 540. The head portion 538 engages with the clasp body 506 to move it. The intermediate position of the lever body 504 is, as shown in Figure 4C, the link shaft The 520 and the pivot shaft 516 can be positioned at the same height. At the intermediate position, the head portion 538 of the pivot shaft 516 is connected to the clasp body 50 It engages with one of the side portions 546 of 6, and the lever body 504 further pivots As it moves towards the non-fixed position, the clasp body 506 moves around the pivot shaft 516. It pivots, and the interface end 540 moves away from the base 28. In the intermediate position, the movement of the lever body 504 toward the fixed position causes the foot to The head portion 53 allows the U-shaped contour 550 to engage with the lip 68 of the base 28. The 8 will now be spaced apart from the clasp body 506.

[0055] The latch assembly 48 contacts the lever body 504 on the first body 502. It is positioned to restrict the free movement of the lever body 504 from the non-fixed position and the fixed position. A further movement-stopping assembly 552 may be provided for this purpose. In detail, the movement-stopping assembly The gentian 552 is positioned on one of the lateral surfaces 510 of the first body 502, and lateral It can be made to protrude in a direction approximately perpendicular to the directional surface 510. In other words, it can be moved. A portion of the stopper assembly 552 is such that the stopper assembly contacts the lever body 504. Thus, it can be raised from the surface of the lateral surface 510 at a certain distance.

[0056] As mentioned above, the movement stop assembly 552 restricts the free movement of the lever body 504. This restriction is in place, and this restriction is due to the relationship between the stopper assembly 552 and the lever body 504. This is brought about by the combination. For this reason, the movement stopper assembly 552 is outward Oriented ball 564 or other stopper element, spring (not shown), and housing It can be equipped with the following: The ball 564 is movably supported by the housing. Furthermore, it is biased toward the lever body 504 by a spring. Ball 56 The ball 564 is displaced into the housing by contact between 4 and the lever body 504. The spring is compressed. When the lever body 504 is in the fixed position, the ball is in the recess 562. When the lever body 504 comes into contact with the lever body 504, and the lever body 504 is in a non-fixed position, The ball 564 contacts the lever body 504 at one of the edges 520. To move part 504 away from its fixed position, disengage it from recess 562. To do this, the ball 564 engaged with the recess 562 is further displaced into the housing. In this case, the ball 564 is usually already compressed, and the lever body A force greater than the force required to move 504 is needed. Similarly, the lever body When 504 is in the non-fixed position, the ball 564 moves outward and against the side wall 528 The edge 530 engages with the lever body 504, and as a result, the lever body 504 moves from its non-fixed position. The 564 is displaced inward again, in order to sufficiently restrict its free motion. As the force increases, the side wall 528 begins to remove the cover of the restraint assembly 552.

[0057] The movement of the lever body 504 is such that the cover 26 moves relative to the base 28 during installation and removal. In order to share the direction of movement and the direction of the components, the lid 26 is attached to the base 28 and the base The removal of the cover 26 from 28 is advantageously performed simultaneously with the driving of the latch assembly 48. The latch assembly 48 has a handle portion for engaging the lid 26 with the base 28. The movement at 522 minutes involves the pivot of the lever body 504 from the non-fixed position to the fixed position and continuous movement. Therefore, the lid 26 can be joined to the base 28 in a single movement. When the lever body 504 is in the non-fixed position, the user can access the handle portion 52 Grasp 2 and move the lid 26 downwards to engage it with the base 28, and the lid and base 28 are engaged. Then, the user moves the lid 26 downwards, from the non-fixed position to the fixed position. The lever body 504 is pivoted, thereby moving the clasp body 506. The lid 26 is engaged with the base 28 and fixed to the base 28.

[0058] The latch assembly 48 also performs the disengagement of the lid 26 from the base 28 in a similarly continuous motion. It is configured to be applied. The clasp body 506 with the lip 68 of the base 28. A lever body that moves to the non-fixed position for disengaging the terminal end 540. - The pivoting of 504 is the handle portion for disengaging the lid 26 from the base 28. It is continuous with the movement of 522 minutes. In detail, the lever body 504 is shown in Figure 4B. When it is in a fixed position as shown in Figure 4C, the user grasps the handle portion 522. As shown, pivot the lever body 504 toward the non-fixed position, This moves the interface end 540 of the clasp body 506 downwards. Disengage from lip 68. In the intermediate position, the link end 5 of clasp body 506 42 has one of its side portions 546 in contact with the head portion 538 of the pivot shaft 516. It is moving downwards to make contact. The user then deactivates the lever body 504. When moved towards the landing position, the handle portion 522 moves upward, thereby causing the ring The end portion 542 moves downward accordingly. Clasp body 506 and pivot shaft Due to contact between the 516s, the interface end 540 moves outward towards the lip 68 As it moves away from the object and reaches a non-fixed position as shown in Figure 4D, the user The lever continues its upward movement, lifting the lid 26 away from the base 28. The clasp body brings about coordinated movement between body 504 and clasp body 506. Due to the contact between 506 and the pivot shaft 516, the user does not need to perform a secondary step of releasing the engagement of the interface end 54 0, and thus can remove the lid 26 from the base 28 just by touching the handle portion 522 of the lever body 50 4, and can also attach the lid 26 to the base 28.

[0059] Next, referring to FIGS. 5A to 5C, in some examples, a breakable sealing element 72 can be coupled to the latch assembly 48. The breakable sealing element 72 can be configured to indicate whether the latch assembly 48 is in the non-fixed position or in the fixed position. For example, in FIGS. 5A and 5B, the latch assembly 48 is in the fixed position, the breakable sealing element 72 is disposed within the latch assembly 48 and is locked, indicating that the lid 26 is sealingly coupled to the base 28. In FIG. 5C, the breakable sealing element 72 is sheared when the lever body 504 is moved to the non-fixed position, indicating that the lid 26 is no longer sealingly coupled to the base 28, and the lid 26 can be removed from the base 28.

[0060] In embodiments where a breakable sealing element 72, such as the examples of FIGS. 5A to 5C, can be coupled to the latch assembly 48, the first body 502 can include a flange 554 that extends in a direction away from the lid 26. The flange 554 can have a tab portion 556 that defines a safety protection opening 558. The lever body 504 is disposed on the body portion 524 and further defines a shear opening 560 that extends through the front wall 526. It can be done. The shear opening 560 moves as the lever body 504 moves towards the fixed position. When being moved, the shear opening 560 receives the tab portion 556 of the flange 554, and also, in the non-fixed position, the shear opening 560 is arranged to be spaced from the tab portion 556.

[0061] Moving the lever body 504 from the fixed position shown in FIGS. 5A and 5B to the non-fixed position shown in FIG. 5C causes the shear opening 560 of the lever body 504 to cut the easily breakable sealing element 72. As shown in FIGS. 5A and 5B, when the lever body 504 is moved to the fixed position, the shear opening 560 of the lever body 504 engages with the tab portion 556 of the first body 502. When the lever body 504 is moved to the non-fixed position shown in FIG. 5C, the shear opening 560 is spaced from the tab portion 556. Further, the easily breakable sealing element 72 is arranged in the safety protection opening 558 of the first body 502. Therefore, in FIGS. 5A and 5B, the lever body 504 is moved to the fixed position, the easily breakable sealing element 72 is arranged in the safety protection opening 558, and is locked at a predetermined position. In FIG. 5C, the easily breakable sealing element 72 is cut by the shear opening 560 when the lever body 504 is moved to the non-fixed position.

[0062] The easily breakable sealing element 72 can include any material that the shear opening 560 can cut. For example, the easily breakable sealing element can include plastic. Further, the easily breakable sealing element 72 in FIG. 5B is configured to be locked. As shown, ​​​​​​​​​​​​The fragile sealing element 72 may include a receiver 71 and a tab 73. Figure 5 As shown in B, the tab can be inserted into the receiver 71 and also in a predetermined position It can be locked. However, in other examples, the fragile sealing element 72 is It can be placed inside the opening 72 without any need to be removed.

[0063] Figure 3 shows one or more wireless devices housed in an autoclavable container 12 using a sterile method. This is a schematic diagram describing a method for removing sterile contents from rechargeable batteries 14, etc. The method involves moving the lever body 504 from the fixed position shown in Figure 4B to the position shown in Figure 4D. The lever body 504 of the latch assembly 48 moves to the non-fixed position. The handle portion 522 is pivoted around the first body 502 which is fixedly joined to the lid 26. This includes step 80, which involves moving the lever from the fixed position to the unfixed position during step 80. In response to the pivot of the handle portion 522 of the body 504, the autoclavable container 1 The clasp body 506 of the latch assembly 48 is disengaged from the base 28 of 2. The clasp body 506 of the latch assembly 48 is directed outward, away from the base 28. Move it once. After step 80, the method is to then move the sterile contents in volume 30 of base 28. To provide access to the object, the lever body 504 can be moved without touching the base 28. By lifting, the process proceeds to step 82, which involves lifting the lid 26 from the base 28. The procedure then proceeds to step 84, which involves removing the sterile contents without touching base 28. .

[0064] The autoclavable container 12 can be autoclaved aseptically during the method described above. It can include various features that assist in removing the sterile contents stored in the energy container 12. . For example, during step 80, the lever body 504 can lift the autoclaveable container 12 from the lid 26 by more than 110° so that its pivot can be prevented. Further, in an example where the sterile content is the wireless charging battery 14 , in Figure 2B, the height of the wireless charging battery 14 labeled as h is higher than the depth of the base (which can also be referred to as the "height of the base" in this specification) labeled as h battery in Figure 2B. Therefore, during step 84, the wireless charging battery 14 can be removed from the autoclaveable container 12 and the base 28 without touching the base 28. In some examples, the sum of the depth of the lid base 26 labeled as h in Figure 2B and the depth of the base 28 labeled as h may be substantially equivalent to the height h of the wireless charging battery 14. In such examples, to ensure that the height h lid of the wireless charging battery 14 is higher than the depth h of the base 28, the autoclaveable container 12 is manufactured such that the depth h base of the lid 26 is deeper than the depth h ba ttery of the base 28. In various examples, the latch assembly 48 can change its configuration. Further, battery as already mentioned, the base 28 includes a lip 68, and the interface end 540 of the clasp body 506 includes a hook-shaped contour 550, but in other examples, the interface base ... The autoclaveable container 12 is manufactured such that the depth h lid of the lid 26 is deeper than the depth h base of the base 28. is manufactured to be deeper.

[0065] In various examples, the latch assembly 48 can change its configuration. Further, as already mentioned, the base 28 includes a lip 68, and the interface end 540 of the clasp body 506 includes a hook-shaped contour 550, but in other examples, the interface ... ...The face end 540 may not include the hook-shaped contour 550, and / or the base 28 may not include the lip 68. In such examples, the interface end 540 can be configured to engage the base 28 by alternative means.

[0066] The autoclaveable container 12 can include one or more openings 32 configured to permit the passage of a sterilizing agent through the autoclaveable container 12. FIG. 6A shows the outer surface 27 of the lid 26 of the autoclaveable container 12, and as shown the lid 26 defines a plurality of openings 32. Further, as shown in FIG. 6B, the lid can include a mount 34 for receiving a filter 36 that defines a microbial barrier 40. In FIG. 6B, the filter 36 faces the interior of the autoclaveable container 12 to prevent contaminants that could otherwise enter the interior of the autoclaveable container 12 through the plurality of openings 32 or to minimize the amount of contaminants. For example, the filter 36 can cooperate with the lid 26 and the base 28 of the autoclaveable container 12 to maintain the sterility of the volume 30 after the entire autoclaveable container 12 has been sterilized. Thus, even if the autoclaveable container 12 is moved to a non-sterile location, the volume 30 can be maintained in a sterile state as long as the lid 26 and the base 28 remain sealed. In some examples, the base 28 can define a plurality of openings 32 and can include a mount 34 for receiving the filter 36.

[0067] [[ID=SO]] As shown in FIG. 6C, the base 28 of the autoclaveable container 12 is wirelessly rechargeable ​​​​​​​It can include multiple receptacles 42 shaped to receive a formula battery 14. Figure 6C shows an autoclavable container 12 having two receptacles 42. The autoclavable container 12 is for receiving one or more wireless rechargeable batteries 14. Any appropriate number of receptacles 42 can be provided. For example, in one example, The scavengable container 12 has a single receptor for receiving a single wireless rechargeable battery 14. It may only include Tackle 42. In some examples, autoclavable container 12 Receptacle 42 can be omitted. Furthermore, receptacle 42 is a receptacle It is also possible to receive one or more parts of the wireless rechargeable battery 14 inside the wall 43. ru.

[0068] As shown in Figure 6D, the base 28 of the autoclavable container 12 corresponds It can include multiple protrusions 44 that can be aligned with the receptacle 42. 4 is defined by the external surface 27 of the autoclavable container 12, and the corresponding receipt It can be aligned with Putacule 42. For example, the projection 44 in Figure 6D is on the external surface of the base 28. It is defined by surface 29 and aligned with receptacle 42. Therefore, wireless charging In the example where the conventional battery 14 is inserted into the receptacle 42, a wireless rechargeable battery 14 is also supported. The protrusions 44 will be aligned in the same way. In some examples, autoclavable container 1 The projection 44 can be omitted in version 2.

[0069] The protrusions 44 on the base 28 allow the autoclavable container 12 to be placed on top of the charging module 16. It can be placed in. As further described herein, the charging module 16 , shaped to receive the protrusions 44 of the autoclavable container 12, i.e. It may include a set charging bay 46 (shown in Figure 11A). Each of the protrusions 44 is used to transport the autoclavable container 12 and its contents to the charging module. To align them on the charging module 16, the individual protrusions 44 are positioned on the corresponding charging base of the charging module 16. It is sized and shaped to fit on top of I46. As mentioned, in the example in which the wireless rechargeable battery 14 is inserted into the receptacle 42, The rechargeable battery 14 will be aligned with the corresponding protrusion 44. Therefore, autoclave By positioning the protrusion 44 of the possible container 12 within the charging bay 46 of the charging module 16, The wireless rechargeable battery 14 transfers charging power from the charging module 16 to the wireless rechargeable battery 14. Aligned with charging bay 46 so that it can be used. In some cases, autoclavable. The autoclavable container 12 is the case when the autoclavable container 12 does not contain the receptacle 42. However, the autoclavable container 12 is placed on top of the charging module 16, and accordingly It can include protrusions 44 so that it can be aligned.

[0070] Furthermore, Figure 6D shows an auto with two protrusions 44 corresponding to two receptacles 42. The autoclavable container 12 is shown, but above the autoclavable container 12 there is a charging module. Any appropriate number of protrusions 44 for placing the autoclavable container 12 on top of the vessel 16 It can be provided. For example, in one example, the autoclavable container 12 is autoclavable. Place the wireless rechargeable container 12 on top of the charging module 16, and a single wireless rechargeable battery 14 It may include only a single protrusion 44 for aligning with the charging bay 46. In this example, the autoclavable container 12 can omit the protrusion 44.

[0071] Referring again to Figure 6C, the multiple receptacles 42 include the bed 86. Furthermore, individually The receptacle 42 may include multiple standoffs 88 extending from the floor 86. For example, in Figure 6C, each receptacle 42 contains four standoffs 88. The wireless charging battery 14 received by the receptacle 42 is wirelessly charged. The electric battery 14 is configured to contact the standoff 88 at a distance from the floor 86. According to this method, the disinfectant is autoclaved in an autoclavable container 12. When placed inside and sterilized, it can circulate directly beneath the wireless rechargeable battery 14. This also improves the drying of the wireless rechargeable battery 14 after the autoclave cycle is completed. It is possible to do good.

[0072] Therefore, the autoclavable container 12 has multiple receivers including multiple standoffs 88 In the example including Takl 42, a method for sterilizing the wireless rechargeable battery 14 can be performed. The method involves ensuring that the bottom surface of the wireless rechargeable battery 14 is spaced apart from the floor 86 of the receptacle. The steps include placing the wireless rechargeable battery 14 on multiple standoffs 88, and autocre The steps include placing an autoclavable container 12 inside the hub and the disinfectant being charged by a wireless rechargeable battery 14 The process includes the step of sterilizing the autoclavable container 12 so that it comes into contact with the bottom surface of the container.

[0073] In various examples, the number, arrangement, shape, and size of the standoffs can be changed. For example, each receptacle 42 can contain any appropriate number of standoffs 88. In Figure 6C, each receptacle 42 contains four standoffs 88, In other examples, each receptacle 42 has a larger or smaller number of slots. It may include a standoff 88. Furthermore, the standoff 88 can be in any appropriate form. They can be arranged in various configurations, such as rectangular, triangular, and circular shapes, as shown in Figure 6C. It can be arranged in any format or any other suitable format. Standoff 88 is any Shape, for example, a spherical shape, a pyramidal shape, a cubic shape, or any other shape as shown in Figure 6C. It can have an appropriate shape. Furthermore, the standoff 88 can be any appropriate size. It is also possible to do so. For example, standoff 88 is compared to receptacle 42, as shown in Figure 6C. The standoffs may have different sizes and heights than the 88 shown. Furthermore, the individual standoffs of the 42 receptacles are of different sizes and heights. It may also be F88, and the disinfectant can move between standoffs 88. They can be spaced apart from each other. Also, the Standoff 88 has a wireless rechargeable battery. When 14 is received by receptacle 42, standoff 88 is received by receptacle 42 It can extend from the bottom surface of the wireless rechargeable battery 14 so as to contact the floor 86, or It can be placed on the bottom surface of the wireless rechargeable battery 14. Finally, it is autoclavable. Container 12 can also omit the standoff 88.

[0074] The size of the standoff 88 can be selected from the perspective of sterilizing the wireless rechargeable battery 12. Yes, it is possible. For example, the shape or size of the standoff 88 is such that the disinfectant is at the bottom of the wireless rechargeable battery 14. The standoff 88 is in contact with the wireless charging battery so that it can make contact with most of the surface of the part. The selection can be based on the area of ​​the bottom surface of the pond 14. For example, if the standoff 88 is in contact with The area of ​​the bottom surface of the wireless rechargeable battery 14 that is in contact is the area of ​​the bottom surface of the wireless rechargeable battery 14 It can be 25%, 20%, 15%, 10%, or less than 5%. Therefore, auto During the slab process, a large portion of the bottom surface of the battery is exposed to the disinfectant. In detail, the bottom Exposure of 75%, 80%, 85%, 90%, or more than 95% of the surface area to the disinfectant. It is possible.

[0075] The standoff height of 88 can be selected from the perspective of charging the wireless rechargeable battery 12. Yes. As already mentioned, the power antenna 194 of the wireless rechargeable battery 14 is a charging module It is placed near 16 induction coils 130. In some examples, induction coil 130 The shorter the distance between the power antenna 194 and the induction coil 130, the more efficiently the charging power can be utilized. It can be transmitted to the power antenna 194. In other examples, the power antenna 194 and the induction A threshold distance exists between the conductor coils 130, and beyond this threshold distance, the charging current The efficiency of the induction coil 194 that transfers force to the power antenna 194 decreases. Even in this case, the height of the standoff 88 can be selected accordingly. For example, the power antenna To maximize the transfer efficiency of charging power between the NA 194 and the induction coil 130, while still To allow contact of the disinfectant with the bottom surface of the wireless rechargeable battery 14, standoff 88 The height can be minimized. Another example is the power antenna 194 and the induction coil 13 Maintaining the power transfer efficiency during charging, while still at the bottom of the wireless rechargeable battery 14 To allow contact of the disinfectant with the surface, the standoff height is set to 88 based on the threshold distance. It is also possible to select. For example, the standoff height is 88, and the base of the wireless rechargeable battery is 14. Allow contact of the disinfectant with the surface, and 10%, 25%, 50%, 75%, or 90% To maintain the transfer efficiency of charging power exceeding the limit, the thickness can be reduced to 4 mm or less. .

[0076] The autoclavable container 12 is an ara such as the web 89 shown in Figures 6E to 6F. It can also include the same features. Web 89 has a receptacle 42 that is wirelessly rechargeable. The battery 14 is received, and the autoclavable container 12 is placed on the wireless charging device 16. When positioned, the receptacle aligns the power antenna 194 and the induction coil 130. The wireless rechargeable battery 14 is configured to be aligned within the 42.

[0077] In Figure 6E, the base 28 includes a web 89 that extends between the floor 86 and the internal surface 33. The receptacle 42 receives the wireless rechargeable battery 14, and the autoclavable container 1 When 2 is placed on the wireless charging device 14, the power antenna 194 and induction coil 1 The housing of the wireless rechargeable battery 14 contacts the web 89 so that 30 are aligned. Figure 6E The web 89 is sloped downwards from the internal surface 33 to the floor 86.

[0078] In Figures 6E and 6F, the base 28 extends between the floor 86 and the standoff 88. It also includes additional alignment features such as ramp 89'. As shown, the receptor The Kur 42 has multiple standoffs 88 corresponding to multiple ramps 89'. The ramp 89' extends between the floor 86 and the corresponding standoff 88. As shown, the ramp 89' in Figure 6F is directed downward from the top of the standoff 88 to the floor 86. It is sloped. In some examples, base 28 can include ramp 89'. Furthermore, the web 89 extending between the floor 86 and the internal surface 33 can be omitted.

[0079] Lamp 89' has a receptacle 42 that receives a wireless rechargeable battery 14, and also autoc When the rechargeable container 12 is placed on top of the wireless charging device 16, the power antenna 194 The wireless rechargeable battery 14 is aligned within the receptacle 42 so that the induction coil 130 is aligned. It is configured to do so. In some examples, the lamp 89' is connected to the receptacle 42 The wireless rechargeable battery 14 located inside is aligned, but it is not properly aligned (power amplifier (The tentor 194 and induction coil 130 are not aligned). For example, the wireless rechargeable battery 14 is The corner of the wireless rechargeable battery 14 is positioned between the standoff 88 and the wireless rechargeable battery 14. It can be placed inside the receptacle 42. In such an example, the wireless rechargeable battery 1 4 is in contact with at least one of the lamps 89', and the autoclavable container 12 moves When this happens, the wireless rechargeable battery 14 will no longer be in contact with the lamp 89'. It can slide along at least one ramp 89' up to that point. Wireless rechargeable battery 1 When 4 loses contact with lamp 89', the power antenna 194 and induction coil 130 are set. To line up.

[0080] In Figure 6G, the wireless rechargeable battery 12 protrudes from the housing 108 of the wireless rechargeable battery 12. Includes alignment features such as the rib 89''. The base 28 includes the web 89. In an example where there is no contact, the rib 89'' of the wireless rechargeable battery 12 is in contact with the receptacle 42. The wire-rechargeable battery 14 is aligned within the receptacle 42. The base 28 is the same as the web 89. In the example, the ribs 89'' and the web 89'' of the base 28 of the wireless rechargeable battery 12 cooperate. The wireless rechargeable battery 12 is then aligned within the receptacle 42.

[0081] Note that Base 28 can include any number of alignment features. In other examples, other components of the autoclavable container 12 also have alignment features. It may include, for example, the lid 26, or, in addition or alternatively, the lid 26 being attached to the base 28. Furthermore, when the autoclavable container 12 is placed on top of the wireless charging device 14, The web can be included so that the power antenna 194 and the induction coil 130 are aligned. .

[0082] In some cases, the removable tray is placed inside the autoclavable container 12. This is possible. For example, in the examples shown in Figures 7A and 7B, the removable tray 90 is on the base 28 It is located inside. In such an example, the removable tray 90 contains the wireless rechargeable battery 14 Place one or more wireless rechargeable batteries 14 on the removable tray 90 to receive them. This allows for the removal of the tray 90, and also by placing it inside the autoclavable container 12. It is also possible to place the wireless rechargeable battery 14 inside the base 28. Removable tray 9 0 is removed from the base 28 as shown in Figure 7C. It can be removed from the autoclavable container 12. Therefore, the removable tray 90 allows one or more wireless rechargeable batteries 14 to be autoclaved prior to sterilization. It can be placed inside the container 12, and one or more wireless rechargeable batteries 14 can be sterilized. Afterwards, remove one or more wireless rechargeable batteries 14 from the autoclavable container 12. It is possible.

[0083] As shown in Figure 7D, the removable tray 90 includes a perimeter 92 with an opening 94. Therefore, the perimeter 92 of the removable tray 90 can be called the open perimeter 92. The tray 90 can include any appropriate number of openings 94, as shown in Figure 7D. To that end, the removable tray 90 includes two openings 94. Even if -90 contains materials that can prohibit the transmission of electromagnetic waves, such as metals, electromagnetic waves Allows transmission of electromagnetic waves. The aperture 94 can be any size suitable for allowing electromagnetic wave transmission. It is possible.

[0084] Figures 7E and 7F show that the removable tray 90 includes a material that can prevent the transmission of electromagnetic waves. This shows how aperture 94 allows electromagnetic wave transmission in an example. To demonstrate that electromagnetic wave transmission is permitted, the induction coil 130 of the wireless rechargeable battery 14 is shown. The induction coil 130 is configured to receive charging power. The power antenna 194 of the charging bay 46 of the power module 16 is shown, and power antenna 1 94 indicates that when the induction coil 130 is located near the power antenna 194, the wireless rechargeable battery 1 It is configured to supply charging power to 4. In Figures 7E and 7F, the power antenna is charged It is shown as an electric coil. Furthermore, the removable tray 90 in Figure 7E includes an opening 94. Therefore, the perimeter 92 is not an open perimeter. On the other hand, the removable tray 90 in Figure 7F is open Includes an opening 94 and an open perimeter 92.

[0085] Furthermore, Figures 7E and 7F show the magnetic field 96 generated by the power antenna 194. Magnetic field lines are shown for illustrative purposes. The power antenna 194 is an inductor for the wireless rechargeable battery 14. A current is induced in the wire 130, generating a magnetic field 96 that supplies charging power to the wireless rechargeable battery 14. The relationship between the magnetic field 96 and the induced current of the induction coil 130 is such that the strength of the magnetic field 96 is greater. The magnitude of the induced current in the induction coil 130 increases accordingly. When electromagnetic waves flow through a material that inhibits transmission, the magnetic field 96 generates eddy electricity as shown in Figure 7E. It induces eddy currents such as flow 98. In response, eddy current 98 flows in the opposite direction to the magnetic field 96. A magnetic field 100 is generated, and the strength of the overall magnetic field flowing through the display coil 130 is attenuated. Therefore, the strength of the overall magnetic field flowing through the induction coil 130 is attenuated, so the induction coil 1 The magnitude of the induced current at 30 decreases, and the charging power supplied to the wireless rechargeable battery 14 decreases. Yes.

[0086] In Figures 7E and 7F, the magnetic field 96 is a material that, as already mentioned, inhibits the transmission of electromagnetic waves. It flows through a removable tray 90 that can contain the material. However, in Figure 7E The perimeter 92 of the removable tray 90 does not include the opening 94, and in Figure 7F, the removable tray Since the area around the ray 90 92 includes an aperture 94, more magnetic fields 96 can be removed from the ray. The current flows through -90, and the wireless rechargeable battery 14 receives greater charging power. When the magnetic field 96 flows through the removable tray 90 in Figure 7E, the vortex shown in Figure 7E is formed. Larger eddy currents, such as current 98, are induced by the magnetic field 96 and supplied to the wireless rechargeable battery 14. The supplied charging power decreases. This is because the eddy current 98 induces a magnetic field opposite to the direction of the magnetic field 96. This is due to the generation of 99. Therefore, the aperture 94 surrounding 92 is a power antenna. To allow the transmission of electromagnetic waves such as the magnetic field 96 generated by 194, smaller eddy electricity A current of 98 is generated, and greater charging power is supplied to the wireless rechargeable battery 14 (removable). (Compared to an example where the tray 90 does not include the opening 94, as shown in Figure 7E, etc.)

[0087] In Figure 7D, the removable tray 90 defines a void 104 adjacent to the opening 94. It includes a support member 102. Referring to Figure 7C, the void 104 is a wireless rechargeable battery 14 It can be sized to receive a portion of it. As shown, void 10 4. When the removable tray 90 is removed from the autoclavable container 12, The portion 15 of the rechargeable battery 14 received by the tray 90 is supported by the support member 102 It is sized to be located at the bottom. The removable tray 90 can be any appropriate number This may include a support member 102 and a corresponding void 104. For example, in Figure 7D The removable tray 90 is configured to receive two wireless rechargeable batteries 14. It includes two support members 102 and two corresponding voids 104.

[0088] In an example where the base 28 includes a projection 44, the void 104 is the base of the removable tray 90. When placed within the 28, it can be positioned directly above the projection 44. Figure 7D shows the projection 44. A hypothetical outline is shown, and the void 104 is positioned directly above the projection 44. It is shown as follows. According to this method, the radio charge received by void 104 The electric battery 14 is located directly above the projection 44 when the removable tray 90 is placed inside the base 28. It is positioned in the charging bay 46 of the charging module 16. As already mentioned, the protrusion 44 is located inside the charging bay 46 of the charging module 16. It is positioned. Therefore, the wireless rechargeable battery received by the removable tray 90 14 When the removable tray 90 is placed inside the base 28, the charging power is supplied to the charging module. It is aligned with the charging bay 46 so that data can be transferred from the 16 to the wirelessly rechargeable battery 14.

[0089] The base 28 is shaped to receive the wireless rechargeable battery 14, and the receptacle 42 In the example defining the void 104, the removable tray 90 is shown in Figure 7D. When positioned within the base 28, it can be positioned directly above the receptacle 42. According to this method, the wireless rechargeable battery 14 received by the void 104 is removed. When the possible tray 90 is placed inside the base 28, it is received by the receptacle 42. For example, in Figure 7A, the wireless rechargeable battery 14 is located in a removable tray 90 within the base 28. When placed, it is received by receptacle 42. As already mentioned, the receptacle The receptacle 42 is connected to the corresponding projection 44 of the wireless rechargeable battery 14 inserted into the receptacle 42. The projections 44 are aligned so that they are perfectly aligned. Therefore, the removable tray 90 Therefore, the received wireless rechargeable battery 14 is placed in a removable tray 90 inside the base 28. This allows the charging power to be transferred from the charging module 16 to the wireless rechargeable battery 14. It is received by the receptacle 42, which aligns with the corresponding projection 44, and also charges Aligning with Bay 46.

[0090] In an example where base 28 defines receptacle 42, receptacle 42 is located as shown in Figure 7A. As shown in Figures 7C and 7D, the floor 86 and the seat that have already been described Standoff 88 may also be included. In such an example, void 104 is removed. When the tray 90 is placed inside the base 28, the receptor can be positioned as shown in Figure 7D. It can be placed directly above Cru 42. In this way, it is received by Void 104. The removed wireless rechargeable battery 14 is placed in the removable tray 90 inside the base 28. As shown in Figure 7A, it is received by receptacle 42 and standoff 88. Contact is made. Therefore, when the removable tray 90 is placed inside the base 28, wireless charging The battery 14 is received by the receptacle 42 and is also wirelessly charged from the charging module 16. The charging power can be transferred to the rechargeable battery 14. Furthermore, the wireless rechargeable battery 14 is a rechargeable battery. The circulating disinfectant is permitted directly beneath the wireless rechargeable battery 14, spaced apart from the floor 86 of Putakl 42. They are accepting.

[0091] As already mentioned, the void 104 contains part of the wireless rechargeable battery 14 inside the void 104. The size can be set so that it can be placed. For example, in Figure 7C, wireless charging Part 15 of the battery 14 is located in the void 104 of the removable tray 90. In an example like this, the receptacle 42 is connected to a wireless rechargeable battery 1 as shown in Figure 7A. The 4 parts 15 are received, and the wireless rechargeable battery 14 is based on the removable tray 90. When placed within a 28, it is positioned above multiple standoff 88s. Multiple base 28s It does not include the standoff 88, and the wireless rechargeable battery 14 is placed inside the void 104. In one example where this is possible, the void 104 is wirelessly received by the removable tray 90. A portion 15 of the rechargeable battery 14 is received by the receptacle 42, and the receptacle The size can be set so that it is spaced apart from the 42 floors 86. Therefore, base 2 In an example where 8 does not include multiple standoffs 88, the size of the void 104 is wireless charging The circulation of the disinfectant directly beneath the battery 14 can still be permitted.

[0092] Figure 7C shows the removable tray 90 removed from the base 28, and the removable tray - The wireless rechargeable battery 14 received by 90 is in a removable tray 90 on base 28 This shows an example of removal. As shown in Figure 7C, the removable tray - The support member 102 of 90 is removed when the removable tray 90 is removed from the base 28. , it comes into contact with the wireless rechargeable battery 14. According to this method, the wireless rechargeable battery 14 is removable When the tray 90 is removed from the base 28, it is removed from the base 28.

[0093] Figure 7C shows an example in which the removable tray 90 is about to be placed inside the base 28. Please note that this is indicated. Therefore, the support member 10 of the removable tray 90 2 is also wireless charging when the removable tray 90 is being placed inside the base 28. It makes contact with battery 14.

[0094] In some examples, such as the example in Figure 7B, the removable tray 90 and the removable tray When the wirelessly rechargeable battery 14 received by -90 is placed inside the base 28, wireless charging The electric battery 14 is received by the receptacle 42, and the removable tray 90 is -28 is in contact and no longer in contact with the wireless rechargeable battery 14. For example, as shown in Figure 7B. As shown, the support member 92 is positioned when the removable tray 90 is placed inside the base 28. Furthermore, it no longer makes contact with the wireless rechargeable battery 14. It is no longer located below the support member 92. Therefore, the removable tray 90 is base When removed from S28, the removable tray 90 comes into contact with the wireless rechargeable battery 14, Remove the wire-rechargeable battery 14 from the base 28.

[0095] Advantageously, the removable tray 90 can be removed from the base 28. If it is being placed or is being positioned within the base 28, it will come into contact with the wireless rechargeable battery 14. Therefore, the user does not need to have physical contact with the wireless rechargeable battery 14. The wireless rechargeable battery 14 is removed from the base 28 or placed inside the base 28. In such a situation, there is no risk of compromising the sterility of the wireless rechargeable battery 14.

[0096] The removable tray 90 can also include various features. For example, Figures 7A to 7D As shown, the removable tray 90 is easy to grasp. It can be placed inside an autoclavable container 12 and autoclavable Includes one or more handles 106 that can be easily removed from the container 12. It is possible. In some examples, the removable tray 90 is an autoclavable container. Multiple openings can be defined that allow for the circulation of the disinfectant within 12. According to this method, When the autoclavable container 12 is placed in the autoclave and sterilized, it can be removed. The 90-liter tray does not prevent the circulation of the disinfectant.

[0097] In some examples, at least a portion of the autoclavable container 12 is at least a portion Partially transparent, semi-transparent and / or opaque, within the receptacle 42 by the user This allows for the observation of the wireless rechargeable battery 14 and / or the state of the battery 14. For example, In a few examples, the wireless rechargeable battery 14 is in charge state and / or battery health state. It may include a battery status indicator such as an LED to show the battery status. In such an example, The slab-able container 12 may include a transparent portion, or the autoclavable container 1 2. When the wireless rechargeable battery 14 is placed inside the receptacle 42, electricity is transmitted through the transparent part. The pond condition indicator can be made at least partially transparent so that it can be seen.

[0098] An exemplary wireless rechargeable battery 14 is shown in Figures 8A to 8E. It is shown in Figure 8A. The wireless rechargeable battery 14 includes a housing 108. The housing 108 has a top portion 11 Includes 0 and bottom portion 112. The top portion 110 and bottom portion 112 are part of the top portion 11 The bottom portion 112 and the bottom portion 112 are sealed together to form an autoclavable housing. It can be combined.

[0099] The top portion 110 can be formed together with the battery head 114. The battery head 114 is As shown in Figure 8B, the rear end of the tool housing 118 of the surgical tool 116 The dimensions can be set to fit. For surgical tool 116, see "SYSTE M AND METHOD FOR WIRELESSLY CHARGING AM PCT International Application No. PCT / Further details are provided in US2018 / 052854, and that disclosure is referred to in this specification. It is incorporated into the text.

[0100] The components of the wireless rechargeable battery 14 described herein are located within the housing 108. It can be placed in the housing 108 as shown in Figures 8A and 8C. It is welded to the housing 108 to form a single integrated structure, thereby creating a seamless bond. It can include a cover 150. Furthermore, also see Figures 8A and 8C. Place the seal 152 shown between the housing 108 and the cover 150, and cover An airtight barrier can be formed between 150 and the housing 108. The seal 152 is It can be formed from a material that is teclable and optionally compressible. For example, seal 152 may include EPDM rubber or silicone rubber.

[0101] The housing 108 of the wireless rechargeable battery 14 is made of a material suitable for autoclave cycles. It may include a component of the wireless rechargeable battery 14 located inside the housing 108. Wireless charging, including housing 108, power contacts 120, 122 and cover 150. Battery 14 is sterilized by steam sterilization, hydrogen peroxide sterilization or other appropriate sterilization techniques, tool 1 It is configured to be sterilized together with tool 16, or separately from tool 116. "Sterile" This means that after the process is complete, the housing 108 or cover 150 will be at least 10 - 6 This means that it has a sterilization assurance level (SAL). The probability of a single viable microorganism existing on an item is less than one in a million. This means that the definition of sterile is "Safe Handling and Biol logical decontamination of medical devices s in Health Care Facilities and Nonclini As shown in ANSI / AAMI ST35-1966, which is named "cal Settings" This is the definition. For alternative uses, the "sterilization" process is defined as the process completed. Furthermore, the housing 108 or cover 150 is at least 10 -4 If you have the SAL That is sufficient.

[0102] Furthermore, many versions of the wireless rechargeable battery 14 have an autoclavable housing 1 It includes, but does not necessarily have to include, 08 or cover 150. This feature is, It is often not part of the design of batteries not designed for medical / surgical applications. Similarly, a feature of this wireless rechargeable battery 14 is that it is called a non-sterile battery in a sterile housing. It can often be incorporated into batteries. Non-sterile batteries in sterile housings are Lucluster, and cell regulator (voltage regulator), transistor (e.g., F ETS), resistors, capacitors, and power components such as microprocessors or battery controllers. Includes a circuit board in which gaseous components are monitored. This cell cluster is autoclavable. No. Instead, the cell clusters are removable into an autoclavable housing. It can be fitted in. Once the cell is fitted into the housing, the housing becomes sealed. Therefore, the cells and other cluster-forming components are in a sterilized enclosure. The cells are encapsulated. The contacts, which are integrated with both the cell cluster and the housing, are electrically charged. It provides a contact path through which electric current flows from the battery. Non-sterile battery acetate in sterile housing Regarding the structure of the 'Nbri', it is described as "ASEPTIC BATTERY WITH A REMO VAL CELL CLUSTER, THE CELL CLUSTER CONFI GURED FOR CHARGING IN A SOCKET THAT RECE The U.S. 7 ,705,559 B2, and "ASEPTIC BATTERY ASSEMBL Y WITH REMOVABLE, RECHARGEABLE BATTERY P ACK, THE BATTERY PACK ADAPTED TO BE USED PCT release with the name "WITH A CONVENTIONAL CHARGER" This can be further understood by document No. WO 2007 / 090025 A1, and these The disclosure is incorporated herein by reference.

[0103] Some wireless rechargeable batteries 14 also have auxiliary components. These components This may include internal sensors, data acquisition circuits, memory, or a control processor. These components monitor the environment in which the battery is exposed and store data about battery usage. , and / or data about medical devices to which batteries are attached can be stored. It can. The auxiliary component is "BATTERY CHARGER ESPECIALLY U SEFUL WITH STERILIZABLE RECHARGEABLE BAT U.S. Patent No. 6,018,227A, named "TERY PACKS", and "S YSTEM AND METHOD FOR RECHARGING A BATTER The US is named "Y EXPOSED TO A HARSH ENVIRONMENT" National Patent Publication No. 2007 / 0090788 A1 / PCT Publication No. WO 2007 / 015 It may include, or be similar to, the auxiliary components described in Article 639 A2. Even if they are, these disclosures are incorporated herein by reference. If the housing 108 has one or more of these auxiliary components, the auxiliary component It may include contacts (e.g., data contact 124). This auxiliary contact is A signal is received from an auxiliary component, and / or a signal is sent to an auxiliary component. Contact lenses are acceptable.

[0104] The battery head 114 may be equipped with power contacts 120 and 122. Components 120 and 122 are conductive members from which tool 116 draws the energy supply current. In some examples, the power contact 120 is the cathode of the wireless rechargeable battery 14, and also, Power contact 122 is the anode of the wireless rechargeable battery 14. Power contacts 120, 12 2 is shaped so that the wireless rechargeable battery 14 can be detachably attached to the tool 116. It can be configured and physically fitted. More specifically, power contact 12 0, 122 establishes physical and electrical connections with tool 116, tool It is physically fitted to be inserted into the corresponding part of 116. Therefore, the power contact T120, 122 are inserted into tool 116, and the voltage is applied to power contacts 120, 12 When power contacts 120 and 122 are activated so that power is applied between both ends of 2, wireless charging The electric battery 14 supplies power to the tool 116.

[0105] The battery head 114 may also have data contacts 124. One or In an example that includes multiple data contacts 124, the data signal and command signal are: The data is written to the wireless rechargeable battery 14 via the data contact 124, and the data contact The data is read from the wireless rechargeable battery 14 via the 124. Therefore, the wireless rechargeable battery 1 4 uses data contact 124 to connect with the tool processor of the surgical tool 116 and data It can exchange signals and commands. These signals use the appropriate wired communication protocol. It can be replaced using [this method]. Other examples where data contact 124 can be omitted. Then, data and instructions can be written wirelessly to the wireless rechargeable battery 14, and also, It can be read from the wirelessly rechargeable battery 14 via a wire.

[0106] The physical structure of the wireless rechargeable battery 14 is the structure described and illustrated herein. It can be changed from. For example, battery head 114, power contacts 120, 122 The data contact 124 extends from the top portion 110 and / or the wireless rechargeable battery 1 4 can be omitted. For example, one of the power contacts 120, 122 or Multiple units can be attached directly to the tool housing 118 rather than to the wireless rechargeable battery 14. Yes, it is possible. In another example, power contacts 120 and 122 are attached to cover 150. This is possible. Power contacts 120 and 122 extend from the battery head 114 in Figure 8C. Although shown as such, power contacts 120 and 122 are opposite to tool 116. Insert the corresponding contact into the cover 150 and / or housing 108 to power the contact Partially or completely cover parts 150 and / or 120 and 122 so as to make contact with them. Alternatively, it can be stored inside housing 108.

[0107] As shown in Figure 8C, the wireless rechargeable battery 14 is further discussed herein. It includes multiple components. For example, as shown in Figure 8C, the wireless rechargeable battery 14 is , 1 or more cells 126, induction coil 130, battery microcontroller 140, It includes a battery communication device 142, a gate 144, and a charging circuit 146. It is also wirelessly rechargeable. The battery 14 can be used as an NFC tag or RF tag for communication with the charging module 16. This specification may also include tags 148 having communication antennas, such as ID tags. The battery components described therein include the circuit board 136 (shown in Figure 8D), etc. It can be included within the circuit board.

[0108] Referring to Figure 8D, one or more cells 126 are placed inside the housing 108. This is possible. Cell 126 is used to store charge in the wireless rechargeable battery 14. As shown in Figures 8B and 7C, the wireless rechargeable battery 14 contains six cells 126. However, in other examples, the wireless rechargeable battery 14 has been found to be much smaller in number, or more It can contain a much larger number of cells, up to 110.

[0109] In some examples, cell 126 is a lithium-ion cell. For example, cell 126 is, Not limited to these, but also lithium-ion ceramic cells, lithium iron phosphate, phosphorus nitride Lithium iron oxide cells, lithium ion nickel magnesium cobalt or ferrous oxide rinsed charcoal It may include any suitable nickel chemical cell or lithium chemical cell, including a lithium cell. In one example, cell 126 is damaged during sterilization (e.g., during the autoclave process). High-temperature cells configured to maintain functionality without damage or with reduced damage. It may also be the case that cell 126 is lead acid or any other suitable type of cell. It is delicious.

[0110] In some real-world examples, when individual cells 126 are properly charged, lithium iron phosphate In this case, it has a nominal cell voltage of 3.3VDC. Furthermore, cells 126 are connected together in series. Cell clusters can be formed in succession. In the example shown, a wireless rechargeable battery 14 contains six cells 126 connected in series. Therefore, the wireless rechargeable battery 14 In practice, this is configured to output a potential of approximately 19.8 VDC. Alternatively, In some examples, at least some of the 126 cells are connected together in parallel. It is also possible. The number and type of cells 126 inside the battery are, of course, the number described. And may be different from the type.

[0111] As shown in Figure 8D, the ferrite base 128 is connected to the housing 118 and cell 12 It can be placed between 6. As also shown, induction coil 130 and no The linear frequency coil 132 can be placed on the ferrite base 128, and can also be bonded. It can be installed using appropriate techniques such as those involving adhesives. Induction coil 130, radio frequency The coil 132 and ferrite base 128 are further shown in Figures 8D and 8E. In the examples shown in Figures 8D to 8G, the ferrite base 128 is monolithic. The components are the same ferrite, and the induction coil 130 and radio frequency coil 132 are also the same ferrite. They share base 128. For example, as shown, induction coil 130 and no The linear frequency coil 132 is such that the induction coil 130 is placed inside the radio frequency coil 132. Uh, it is arranged concentrically on the ferrite base 128. In other examples, induction coil 1 The 30 and radio frequency coil 132 are arranged separately on the ferrite base 128. It is also possible. For example, the induction coil 130 and the radio frequency coil 132 are induction coils 130 and the radio frequency coil 132 are placed on the ferrite base 128 so that they are coplane. It can be placed.

[0112] Using the ferrite base 128, the output of electromagnetic waves or radio frequency signals is enhanced. The amount of electromagnetic interference received from the wireless signal is reduced, and the output of the wireless signal is enhanced. The wireless range of the device can be extended. In the examples shown in Figures 8D to 8G, the induction cable Il 130 is configured to receive electromagnetic waves for power transmission, and also radio frequencies Several coils 132 are configured to receive radio frequency signals for communication. The light base 128 receives electromagnetic waves and radio frequencies from the induction coil 130. To prevent electromagnetic interference of radio frequency signals transmitted / received by several coils 132 It is used for that purpose.

[0113] In the example shown in Figures 8D to 8G, the induction coil 130 and the radio frequency coil 1 32 is advantageously placed on a single ferrite base 128, in a more compact way. This enables the construction of a wireless rechargeable battery 14. In some examples, the induction coil 13 The 0 and radio frequency coils 132 can be placed on separate ferrite bases. In such practical examples, the wireless range of the electromagnetic waves received by the induction coil 130 is... and the radio range of the radio frequency signal transmitted / received by the radio frequency coil 132 Individual ferrite bases 128 can be selected to maximize the performance.

[0114] However, in the configuration shown, the electromagnetic waves received by the induction coil 130 The radio range is the range of the radio frequency signals transmitted / received by the radio frequency coil 132. Because the range is narrower than the wireless range, both the induction coil 130 and the radio frequency coil 132 are the same It can be placed on the ferrite base 128. Therefore, the induction coil 130 Therefore, the wireless range of the received electromagnetic waves is maximized, while the radio frequency coil 132... The radio range of the radio frequency signals transmitted / received will remain within acceptable limits. A ferrite base 128 can be selected.

[0115] Ferrite base 128 is selected based on their permeability and Q. This is possible. For example, a ferrite base with higher magnetic permeability can be made possible by the ferrite base. This can extend the radio range of signals that are transmitted and / or received. A ferrite base with a high Q is transmitted to the ferrite base, and / or ferrite base The amount of electromagnetic interference from the enhanced radio signal received from the light base is more effectively managed. This can be effectively reduced. For example, the ferrite base 128 has a permeability of at least 700. It can have a magnetic susceptibility and a Q of at least 20.

[0116] The induction coil 130 may contain materials with appropriate temperature ratings. I already mentioned that. Therefore, the temperature inside the autoclave can exceed 120 degrees Celsius. To ensure proper functionality of Il 130, the induction coil is designed to withstand temperatures higher than 120 degrees Celsius. It may include materials having a rating. For example, the induction coil 130 has a rating of at least 15 degrees Celsius. It may include Litz wire with a temperature rating of 5 degrees.

[0117] As shown in Figures 8D to 8G, the radio frequency coil 132 is a flexible printed circuit board It can be embedded in the medium of plate 134. Therefore, adjacent to the radio frequency coil 132 The windings are fixed to each other by the medium of the flexible printed circuit board 134. Radio frequency The adjacent windings of the coil 132 are fixed relative to each other within the medium of the flexible printed circuit board 134. By doing so, the radio frequency coil 132 will not deteriorate due to use, i.e., temperature cycling. And it is protected from mechanical damage. In other words, the radio frequency coil 132 is made of flexible printed material. By setting it within the medium of the circuit board 134, the windings of the radio frequency coil 132 are displaced. A robust structure that minimizes possibilities is provided. In some examples, flexible printed circuit boards The 134 medium contains resin.

[0118] The frequency of the radio frequency signal transmitted and received by the radio frequency coil is: Defined by the number of windings in the radio frequency coil and the spacing between the windings of the radio frequency coil. This is possible. Therefore, the windings of the radio frequency coil 132 can be fixed relative to each other. As a result, the frequency of the radio frequency signal transmitted / received by the radio frequency coil 132 The radio frequency coil 132 is protected from slight winding movements that could affect the wavenumber. Such slight movement of the windings is due to the windings of the radio frequency coil 132 being flexible printed circuit board If the 134 are not fixed to each other by a medium, use the wireless rechargeable battery 14. This can occur.

[0119] The wireless rechargeable battery 14 has a circuit board 136 positioned between the housing 108 and the cells. It can also include. Circuit board 136 has power contacts 120 and 122 for cell 126. It holds the components described below, which are selectively connected to the following. For example, circuit board 136 The battery controls the operation of the wireless rechargeable battery 14, which is described more fully in this specification. Includes an microcontroller 140 or is coupled to a battery microcontroller 140. It is.

[0120] The battery microcontroller 140 can be used with any suitable controller, microcontroller It may be a R&B or microprocessor, or may contain both. Battery-powered microphone The ro controller 140 includes several different subcircuits as shown in Figure 9. For example, in one example... The battery microcontroller 140 is wireless, as described herein. The period when the rechargeable battery 14 is placed in a low-power state, and when the wireless rechargeable battery 14 is in a low-power state. The timing of when they appear can be controlled.

[0121] As already mentioned, the induction coil 130 charges the module 16 by an electromagnetic charging signal. It is configured to receive charging power from. Furthermore, as shown in Figure 8C, The battery microcontroller 140 can be coupled to the induction coil 130, and also charge It can be coupled to circuit 146. The charging circuit 146 facilitates charging, i.e., It includes one or more circuit components that supply charge, or current, to L126. Therefore, the induction coil 130 is configured to receive a charging signal from the charging module 16. The signal is also sent to the charging circuit 146 for use in charging cell 126. It is configured to convert it into electric current. The charging circuit 146 can receive electric current, Then, adjust the current and / or voltage to match the desired current or voltage of cell 126. This is possible. When cell 126 is charged to its maximum charge state or a defined charge state, The battery microcontroller 140 controls the charging circuit 146, which in turn supplies current to the cell 126. It is possible to prevent it from being supplied.

[0122] As also shown in Figure 8C, the wireless rechargeable battery 14 uses the power capacitor cell 126. Gate 1 includes one or more circuit components that can be selectively coupled to gates 120 and 122. 44 can also be included. Gate 144 is one of the field-effect transistors, etc. It can contain multiple transistors, and these transistors power cell 126 Cell 126 is configured to selectively communicate with contacts 120 and 122, power contact 120, To be activated by the battery microcontroller 140 for electrical coupling with 122 It is possible.

[0123] In the examples shown in Figures 8D to 8G, the battery communication device 142 is a radio frequency coil. Includes 132. Furthermore, as shown in Figure 8F, the battery communication device 142 is battery Coupled with the microcontroller 140, wirelessly controlled by the battery-powered microcontroller 140. The radio frequency signal from the frequency coil 132 is transmitted to the tool 116, the charging module 16, and It can allow communication with computing devices such as tablets or servers. In other examples, the battery communication device 142 is an infrared (IR) transceiver or BL It may be a Bluetooth transceiver, but is not limited to them, but ZigB Any wireless protocol including EE, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, etc. and / or This technology allows data to be sent and received wirelessly.

[0124] When the wireless rechargeable battery 14 is connected to the tool 116 or charging module 16, the battery The signaling device 142 is located inside tool 116 (or another suitable medical device) or charging device 142. It exchanges signals with a complementary transceiver in module 16, for example, battery communication device 142. To authenticate the tool 116 and / or the wireless rechargeable battery 14, the authentication data is collected by the medical It can be sent to a medical device communication module (not shown) and / or medical device Authentication data can be received from the communication module. A battery-powered communication device can be used in a similar manner. 142 enables the authentication of the wirelessly rechargeable battery 14 by the charging module 16. Authentication data can be sent to the power module 16. Therefore, wireless rechargeable battery 14, charge The electrical module 16 and / or tool 116 are certified and / or inconsistent. It can be guaranteed that only the essential components are used in relation to each other.

[0125] Alternatively, in some practical examples, the battery-powered communication device 142 uses a suitable wired protocol. Use the tool to send data to tool 116 and / or the computing device, and also tool 1 16. This may be a wired transceiver that sends data from a computing device. In such an example, the user uses the battery communication device 142 to wirelessly recharge the battery 14 , send data to the charging module 16 and / or tool 116, and / or wirelessly Receive data from rechargeable battery 14, charging module 16 and / or tool 116. It is possible.

[0126] The battery communication device 142 may also include the tag 148 shown in Figure 8C. Alternatively, the battery communication device 142 and the tag 148 are separate devices. That's also fine. In some examples, tag 148 is used for communication with the charging module 16. It may include an integrated antenna (not shown). Alternatively, the tag 148 is battery powered A standalone component that can be coupled to the signal device 142 or has an integrated antenna. It may also be the health status, charging status and / or wireless charging status. Battery data such as battery operation data of the electric battery 14 can be stored in the tag 148, Also, use NFC, RFID or any other suitable communication protocol to charge the module It can be sent to 16. In some examples, tag 148 is sent to charging module 16 It is a passive tag that receives power inductively through electromagnetic fields such as those generated by the tag.

[0127] The wireless rechargeable battery 14 may also include a thermal insulating material 138. (Figures 8D and 7) As shown in E, the thermal insulating material 138 is the cell 126 and the ferrite base 128 It can be placed at least partially between them. The thermal insulating material 138 is placed between the cell 126 and the Howe The thermal insulating material 138 can also be placed at least partially between the zing 108. It is configured to insulate cell 126 from high temperatures. Therefore, the autoclave In an example where cell 126 may experience degradation problems when exposed to high temperatures, the thermal insulating material 138 Minimize damage sustained during sterilization or autoclave cycles. Thermal insulating material 138 By placing it between cell 126 and induction coil 130, the housing of the wireless rechargeable battery 14 The induction coil 130 can be placed as close as possible to the bottom of 108. This is optimal charging. This ensures electrical characteristics while maintaining protection of cell 126 from high-temperature environments.

[0128] In some examples, thermal insulating material 138 is polyimide aerogel, silica aerogel Alternatively, it may contain an aerogel such as a carbon aerogel. For example, thermal insulating material 138 is The thermal conductivity at 298 Kelvin is approximately 32.5 mW / (m * K) was Aerogel The thermal insulating material 138 may also be compressed without affecting its thermal conductivity. This is possible. This is because even when the thermal insulating material 138 is compressed, the insulating material contained in the thermal insulating material 138 remains. Materials (e.g., polyimide aerogel, silica aerogel, or carbon aerogel) This is because the amount of gel does not decrease. In one example, the thermal insulating material 138 is When placed within housing 108, it can be compressed to almost 50% of its original size.

[0129] Figure 9 shows various subcircuits or components of the battery microcontroller 140. This is a diagram. The following subcircuits or components are shown in Figure 5, and the battery microcontroller 14 Although shown as being included within 0, one of the subcircuits or components Multiple units are included in any suitable device, module, or part of the wireless rechargeable battery 14. Please be aware of the benefits you will receive.

[0130] In some examples, the central processing unit (CPU) 154 is a battery microcontroller 1 40 controls the operation of components connected to the battery controller. Non-volatile flash The memory 156 stores instructions to be executed by the CPU 154. As will be explained more fully in [the section], the flash memory 156 is a wireless rechargeable battery 14 The instructions used to adjust the charging process describe the usage history of the wireless rechargeable battery 14. The data and the usage history of the tool 116 to which the wireless rechargeable battery 14 is attached are described. They also remember the same data.

[0131] The random access memory 158 is read by the battery microcontroller 140. It also functions as a temporary buffer for the generated data. CPU clock The 160 is used to supply the clock signal used to adjust the operation of the CPU 154. For simplicity, it is shown as a single block, but the CPU clock is 160. On-chip oscillator and sub-processor that converts the output signal from the oscillator into a CPU clock signal. Please be aware that this includes the path. The real-time clock 162 is a clock at a constant interval. It is generating a signal.

[0132] The analog comparator 164 and the analog-to-digital converter (ADC) 166 are temperature sensors One or more sensors or other components of a wireless rechargeable battery 14, such as a (not shown) It is used to process the output signal. In Figure 5, the above subcircuit is shown as a single They are interconnected by bus 516. This is for simplicity's sake. It needs to be recognized. In reality, a dedicated line can connect to a specific sub-circuit. Therefore, it is understood that the battery microcontroller 140 may have other sub-circuits. These subcircuits are not particularly relevant to this disclosure and will not be described in detail.

[0133] Figure 10 shows the instructions executed by the battery microcontroller 140, in addition to the flat The data structure 168 that can be stored in memory 156 (shown in Figure 5) This is a lock diagram. This data structure 168 stores one or more data, such as battery operation data. It can be stored as a record of numbers or as one or more fields 170 in a file. For example, identification data 172 can be stored in a file, and wireless charging It can be used to identify pond 14. Identification data 172 is, for example, a serial number. This may include lot number, manufacturer identification and / or authorization code. Other identification information is used to authenticate the wireless rechargeable battery 14 (for example, if the wireless rechargeable battery 14 is Whether power can be supplied to tool 116, or whether the charging module 16 (To determine whether each is charged or not), tool 116 is used, and This can be read by the charging module 16 to which the wireless rechargeable battery 14 is connected. Flash memory 156 has an effective life 174 (sometimes "effective" of wireless rechargeable battery 14) It can also include a field showing "lifetime data" (called "lifetime data"). Effective lifetime data 174 is , battery expiration data, number of charging cycles performed on the wireless charging battery 14, and wireless charging One of the autoclave procedures, or cycles, performed on the electric battery 14 It can contain multiple data types. Other fields are generated by the wireless rechargeable battery 14. The nominal open-circuit voltage of the signal is 176, and the current that the wireless rechargeable battery 14 can generate is 176. 8, and the amount of available energy is 180 (expressed, for example, in joules) can.

[0134] The charging command 182 for the wireless rechargeable battery 14 can be stored in column 170. The data is in U.S. Patent No. 6,018,227A and No. 6,184,655B1. This may include the types of data described in the memory of the disclosed battery, and these The disclosure of the U.S. patent is incorporated herein by reference.

[0135] The flash memory 156 contains the charging history 184 of the wireless rechargeable battery 14 and the autoclave. It also includes data describing the charging history 186. For example, the charging history of the wireless rechargeable battery 14. As part of 184, data indicating the number of times the wireless rechargeable battery 14 has been charged, as well as individual This indicates the time the charging cycle started and / or the time each individual charging cycle ended. It can store timestamps.

[0136] As part of the autoclave history 186 of the wireless rechargeable battery 14, flash memory 156 is data indicating the total number of times the wireless rechargeable battery 14 has been autoclaved, and / or the threshold at which the wireless rechargeable battery 14 is considered to be the autoclave temperature or It can store data showing the cumulative amount of time exposed to high temperatures. (One unrestricted example) In this case, the threshold temperature is approximately 130 degrees Celsius. In a more specific example, the threshold temperature is approximately 134 degrees Celsius. It is a degree. However, it is recognized that the threshold temperature can be any appropriate temperature. I would like to. Autoclaving history 186 column 170 indicates that the wireless rechargeable battery 14 is potentially excessive. Data showing the number of times and / or cumulative time exposed to the autoclave cycle. It can also include the following: Autoclaving history 186 shows that the wireless rechargeable battery 14 was exposed. Peak autoclave temperature data showing the highest autoclave temperature, and wireless The rechargeable battery 14 is present in the autoclave each time the autoclave cycle is completed. The amount of time spent, as well as the longest period of time that the wireless rechargeable battery 14 had been autoclaved. It can also include a single period of time.

[0137] The measured post-charge voltage column 188 shows the measurement of the wireless rechargeable battery 14 after each individual charge. Includes data showing the voltage under load. In some examples, column 188 shows the last charge. This includes only these measurements for one or 10 charge cycles. In another column, 190, The data showing the highest battery temperature measured during the preceding charging cycle is stored. Yes. Column 190 also refers to the battery's last 1 to 10 charge cycles. It may include only the data showing the highest temperature measured during that period.

[0138] Flash memory 156 also includes device usage field 192. As will be discussed below. In the device usage section 192, a wireless rechargeable battery 14 is used to supply power. It stores data obtained from tool 116 or other medical devices. For example, Then, in the device usage section 192, the number of times the wireless rechargeable battery 14 was connected to the tool 116, The number of trigger pulls for tool 116, while tool 116 is in operation (i.e., tool 11 During the runtime of 6, the total amount of time the wireless rechargeable battery 14 supplied power to the tool 116, Number of power cycles applied to tool 116, maximum temperature to which tool 116 was exposed, tool 1 16 current consumption, tool 116 speed histogram, serial number list, or wireless charging Data indicating other identifiers of the device that the battery 14 interacted with, and / or tool 116 It can store any other appropriate data. However, device usage field 192 Please understand that this does not include patient data. The data stored in device usage field 192 The data can be transmitted by the communication module of the medical device 150, and also by battery communication. It can be received by device 142.

[0139] Figures 11A to 11C further show the charging module 16. Thus, the charging module 16 is configured to receive multiple charging ports 44. Includes bay 46. Autoclavable container 12 is an autoclavable container 12 individual The charging module 1 is positioned so that the protrusion 44 rests on the charging bay 46 of the charging module 1 It can be placed on top of 6.

[0140] In various examples, the charging module 16 can include any appropriate number of charging bays 46. For example, in Figure 11A, the charging module 16 includes six charging bays 18. Other examples So, the charging module 16 can include any number of charging bays 46, two or more (e.g.) For example, the charging module 16 may include 2, 3, 4, 8, and so on charging bays 46. (It is possible), and the structure of the charging module 16 can be changed accordingly. In that example, the number of charging bays 46 in row R and the number of charging bays 46 in column C are equal to the number of charging modules 1 6 can be adapted to autoclavable containers 12 containing a different number of protrusions 44. They may be different from each other. For example, the charging module 16 in Figure 11A has a charging bay 46. The charging bay 46 includes three rows R and two columns C. Therefore, it has three protrusions 44. Autoclavable container 12 and autoclavable container 1 having two protrusions 44 2 can be placed on top of the charging module 12.

[0141] The charging module 16 can be placed in one autoclavable container 12 or multiple autoclaves. You can receive a blisterable container 12. Referring to Figure 1, there are three autoclavable containers. The container 12 is placed along the three rows C of the charging module 16. In other examples, This allows a small number of autoclavable containers 12 to be placed on top of the charging module 16. Furthermore, the autoclavable container 12 can also be placed along row R. When the autoclavable container 12 is placed on row R or column C of the charging module 16 The protrusions 44 of the autoclavable container 12 are located within all charging bays 16 in row R or column C. It is not necessary to place them in. For example, the autoclavable container 12 includes two protrusions 44, These two protrusions 44 are located inside two of the three charging bays 46 in row R. It can be placed along row R so that it is positioned as shown.

[0142] The charging bays 46 can be arranged in any suitable configuration. For example, in Figure 11A, there are six. The charging bays 46 are arranged in two rows R, and each row R contains three charging bays 46. The six charging bays 46 in Figure 11A are arranged in three rows C, with each row C containing two charging bays 46. It is also possible to explain it as being arranged in other configurations. The charging module 16 has a single protrusion 44 for receiving the autoclavable container 12. It may include a charging bay 48. In another example, the charging bay 48 is a single row R or column It can be arranged using C.

[0143] In various applications, the charging module 16 is used to charge the wirelessly rechargeable battery 14. The shape can be set in an appropriate manner. For example, referring to Figure 11A, the charging module The 16 charging bays 46 are configured to receive the protrusions 44 of the autoclavable container 12. It is shown as a substantially flat surface. In other examples, the charging bay 46 is wireless It was a substantially flat surface, similar to the charging surface of a SPOWER Consortium (Qi) charger. It may be. In some examples, the charging bay 46 prevents the wireless rechargeable battery 14 from sliding. It may include a friction surface for stopping.

[0144] As shown in Figure 11A, each charging bay 48 is connected to the power antenna 194 and It may include a signal antenna 196. Power antennas 194 are located in individual charging bays 46. It is shown as a virtual coil. The power antenna 194 of the charging bay 48 is wireless charging The induction coil 130 of the battery 14 is positioned near the power antenna 194, wireless rechargeable battery When 14 is located near the charging bay 14, the receptacle 4 of the autoclavable container 12 It is configured to supply charging power to the wireless rechargeable battery 14 located inside 2. Antenna 196 is shown as a virtual antenna within each charging bay 46. The communication antenna 196 of I-48 is located near the charging bay 48 when the wireless rechargeable battery 16 is located near the charging bay 48. In response, a wireless device is placed inside the receptacle 42 of the autoclavable container 12. The rechargeable battery 16 is configured to establish communication with the battery microcontroller 140. Yes, they are.

[0145] For example, the individual receptacles 42 and projections 44 of the autoclavable container 12 correspond The charging module 16 is shaped to align with the charging bay 46. The wireless rechargeable battery 16 is placed inside the receptacle 42, and the autoclavable container 1 By placing 2 on the charging module 16, the wireless rechargeable battery 14 is connected to the power antenna 1 94 supplies charging power to the wireless rechargeable battery 16, and the communication antenna 196 is wireless rechargeable To communicate with the battery microcontroller 140 of battery 16, the power antenna 194 and It is located near communication antenna 196.

[0146] As also shown in Figure 11A, the charging module 16 is located in the virtual rectangular block 1 It may include the power source indicated by 98. The charging module 16 is also internal. There is a charger controller, indicated by the virtual rectangular block 200. When the wireless rechargeable battery 14 is placed on the charging module 16, the power supply 198 turns on the battery cells A charging current is applied to 126. The charger controller 200 performs wireless charging using power supply 198. The charger controller 200 adjusts the charging of the battery 14. The data is retrieved from the internal memory of 14, and the data is stored in the internal memory of the wireless rechargeable battery 14. It is also possible to write data to it.

[0147] Furthermore, referring to Figure 11B, the power antenna 194 and the communication antenna 196 are charged. It is coupled to the device controller 200. Therefore, the autoclavable container 12 is The individual wireless rechargeable batteries 14 in the associated receptacle 42 of the autoclaveable container 12 When positioned near the charging module 16, so as to be placed near the charging bay 46, wireless The rechargeable battery 14 is connected to the charger controller 20 by the communication antenna 196 in the charging bay 46. It can communicate with 0, and also receives charging power via the power antenna 194 in the charging bay 46. You can receive it.

[0148] The charging module 16 is charging a wireless rechargeable battery 1 The display area 202 may include multiple indicators that provide information related to state 4. In one example, the charging display 202 connects to the individual charging bays 46 of the charging module 16. They are connected. The charging display 202 is wirelessly charged by the charging bay 46. The device may include an indicator that displays the charging status of the rechargeable battery 14. Charging display 2 02 is the health of the wireless rechargeable battery 14 (not shown) being charged by the charging bay 46. An indicator that displays the status may also be included. In one example, individual wireless rechargeable batteries The 14th health status is "SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DETERM INING AN AMOUNT OF DEGRADATION OF A MEDI U.S. Patent Publication No. US 2018 / for "CAL DEVICE BATTERY" It can be determined in the same way as described in document 0372806 A1, and The disclosure is incorporated in its entirety herein. Each indicator is one or more fingers This can be realized using indicator device 204. Therefore, each indicator 204 , illuminating all or part of the indicator 204 to indicate the health status and / or charge status This may include LEDs or other light sources that display to the user. Alternatively, individual fingers The indicator 204 displays the health status and / or charge status of each individual wireless rechargeable battery 14. Any other suitable device or display that allows the user to observe the data. It may also include: In addition or by alternative means, one or more of the indicators 204 These can also be provided on or inside the individual wireless rechargeable batteries 14.

[0149] The health of individual wireless rechargeable batteries 14, as will be described more fully in this specification. The data representing the status and charging status is stored in the charging bay 46 adjacent to the wireless rechargeable battery 14. The individual wireless rechargeable batteries 14 charge the charging module 16 through the communication antenna 196. It can be sent to. The data is sent from the communication antenna 196 to the charger controller 200. The charger controller 200 is a charge status indicator and / or health status indicator. The charge status data and health status data received from the wireless rechargeable battery 14 are reflected in the system. To that end, display area 202 is being controlled.

[0150] In some examples, the display area 202 shows the environment in which the charging module 16 is located. It may also include a temperature indicator (not shown) that displays data representing the ambient temperature. The electrical controller 200 receives one or more signals representing the perceived ambient temperature from the temperature sensor. It can be received from. The charger controller 200 controls the temperature indicator and senses The measured temperature can be displayed digitally or in any other suitable display format.

[0151] In another example, display area 202 is a refresh that the user can select or press. It may include a dash icon (not shown). The charger controller 200 is user When you select or press the refresh icon, it will receive a signal in response. The charger controller 200 can also respond to the received signal by displaying the display area 2 You can start refreshing 02. Refreshing display area 202 is done individually The charge status of the wireless rechargeable battery 14, the health status of each wireless rechargeable battery 14, and the charge This may include re-determining and re-displaying the ambient temperature of the environment in which the electrical module 16 is located. ru.

[0152] In one example, the charging module 16 and / or autoclavable container 12 are individually The sterile state of the wireless rechargeable battery 14 and / or sterile volume 30 (shown in Figure 2B) It may include one or more sensors that measure the sterility level. A signal representing this can be sent to the charger controller 200, and the charger controller 2 00 displays the measured sterile state in the associated indicator (not shown) within the display area 202. It can be done.

[0153] In addition or by alternative means, the charger controller 200 has an indicator in the display area 202 (Figure (Cannot be shown) To display the sterile state of individual wireless rechargeable batteries 14 and / or volume 30. It is also possible that the wireless rechargeable battery 14 is placed inside the autoclavable container 12. Furthermore, once the autoclavable container 12 is sterilized, the temperature inside the autoclavable container 12 The temperature sensor indicates the temperature of the autoclave process (for example, a temperature higher than 120 degrees Celsius). Alternatively, it is possible to detect exposure of the autoclavable container 12 to other sterilization processes, Furthermore, a portion of the data stored in the memory (not shown) has a volume of 30 and This can reflect that the wireless rechargeable battery 14 located inside is in a sterile state. Another sensor indicates that the autoclavable container 12 has been opened (for example, the top part has been removed). It can detect when a pin has been disconnected, and also the pins of the data stored in memory. In the portion, the volume 30 and the wireless rechargeable battery 14 located therein are no longer sterile. This allows for the reflection of things that would otherwise be impossible. The charger controller 200 is autoc It can receive a signal indicating the sterile state of the rebable container 12, and the display area 202 The internal indicator can reflect that sterile state.

[0154] Figure 11B is a block diagram of the charging module 16. In the example shown in Figure 11A, The charging module 16 wirelessly charges the wireless rechargeable battery 14 by transmitting a wireless charging signal. This is a wireless charging module that supplies power to a wire-rechargeable battery 14. Figure 11C shows the charging module 1 This is a block diagram of the charging module 16', which is an example of 6. The charging module 16' is the same. In order to wirelessly charge the wireless rechargeable battery 14, a wireless charging signal is supplied to the wireless rechargeable battery 14. This is a wireless charging module that supplies power.

[0155] As shown in Figure 11B, the charging module 16 has a power supply 198, a charger controller Includes a 200 meter, a 206 memory module, and one or more indicator devices 204. Joule 16 includes a charger power antenna 194 and a charger communication antenna 196. It also includes bay 46. In one example, the charging module 16 is the charging module shown in Figure 11A. This is a charging device such as the power module 16. In other examples, the charging module 16 is An autoclavable container 12 can be placed inside to wirelessly charge the rechargeable battery 14. This may be a wireless mat, tray, inspection station, or other charging surface. Alternatively, Therefore, the charging module 16 is embedded in tool 116 or another suitable device. It is also possible.

[0156] As shown in Figure 11C, the charging module 16' has a power supply 198, a charger controller It includes a roller 200, a memory 206, and one or more indicator devices 204. While charging module 16' also includes charging bay 46', which is an example of charging bay 46. The charging bay 46' is responsible for the tasks of the power antenna 194 and the charger communication antenna 196. It includes one antenna 208 configured to carry out the operation. The power antenna 194 and the charger communication antenna 196 are implemented in this specification. It can be configured to perform any task as described. In practice, the 16' charging module is used with a Wireless Power Consortium (Qi) charger. It's okay to have it.

[0157] Power supply 198 provides line current to supply energy to the other components of the charging module 16. It is being converted into a signal that can be used for that purpose. In Figure 11B, power supply 198 is charging The electric power is applied to the antenna 194, and the wireless rechargeable battery 14 is supplied by the antenna 194. It also generates a signal that enables the supply of wire-charging power. In Figure 11C, power supply 198 is Similarly, the signal applied to the antenna 208 is transmitted to the wireless rechargeable battery 14 by the antenna 208. It generates a signal that enables the supply of power for wireless charging.

[0158] The charger power antenna 194 in Figure 11B receives a signal from the power supply 198, and that signal It is converted into a wireless charging signal that is wirelessly sent to the wireless rechargeable battery 14. This wireless charging signal The induction coil 130 of the wireless rechargeable battery 14 can receive radio frequency (RF) signals. This is the number. Therefore, the charger power antenna 194 sends the charging signal to the wireless rechargeable battery 14. It acts as a transmission component. Similarly, antenna 208 in Figure 11C is powered by power supply 198 It receives a signal from and converts that signal into a wireless charging signal that is wirelessly sent to the wireless rechargeable battery 14. The system can be configured to exchange the battery and send the charging signal to the wireless rechargeable battery 14.

[0159] In one example, the charger controller 200 allows the power antenna 194 to be selectively enabled. Furthermore, to selectively disable transistors, switches, or other devices Switching devices such as (not shown) can be operated. Therefore, communication A In an example where the controller 196 is activated, the charger controller 200 is a switching device. By controlling the chair, for example, by preventing current from flowing to the power antenna 194... The power antenna 194 can be deactivated. Similarly, the charger controller 200 It receives a signal from the power source 198 and wirelessly sends that signal to the wireless rechargeable battery 14. An antenna that converts the charging signal into a wired charging signal and / or sends that charging signal to the wirelessly rechargeable battery 14. You can selectively enable or disable 208 abilities.

[0160] The charger controller 200 sends a signal with appropriate current, voltage, and frequency to the charger The processor can include one that adjusts the power supply 198 to supply power to the antenna 194. The charger controller 200, for example, when the wireless rechargeable battery 14 requests additional charging (this In the specification, this is referred to as a charging request, in which case the wireless rechargeable battery 14 is wirelessly charged. The charger controller 200 controls the preparation of the charging signal for charging. When the charger controller 200 receives a charge request from battery 14, it will charge it sufficiently. It is possible to determine whether the wireless rechargeable battery 14 has a healthy level. In this example, the charger controller 200 receives battery health information from the wireless rechargeable battery 14. The status data is compared to a predetermined threshold. The battery health status data matches the predetermined threshold. If it is or exceeds that, the charger controller 200 approves the charging request and charges The device uses the power antenna 194 or antenna 208 to send a charging signal to the wireless rechargeable battery 14. Command power supply 198 to supply power.

[0161] Memory 206 is a computer-readable memory device coupled to the charger controller 200. It is a chair or unit. In one example, memory 206 is a non-volatile memory such as flash memory. It is a random access memory (NOVRAM). Memory 206 is a charger controller When performed by the RA200, the charging sequence adjusts the wireless charging of the wireless rechargeable battery 14. Includes data and charging parameter data. In one example, memory 206 is wireless charging It also stores data indicating the health status and / or charge status of battery 14. For example, in one actual case, the wireless rechargeable battery 14 is in a state of health and / Alternatively, it sends data representing the charging status to the charger communication antenna 196. The controller 196 transmits health status data and charging status data to the charger controller 200. The charger controller 200 then stores that data in memory 206. Mori 206 is a flash memory 156 (as further described herein), etc. In the example of flash memory, the charger communication antenna 196 is connected to the wireless rechargeable battery 14. When power is not supplied, and / or communication with the battery microcontroller 140 If none is available, data representing the health status and / or charging status of the wireless rechargeable battery 14 You can receive it.

[0162] The charger communication antenna 196 is configured to communicate bidirectionally with the battery communication device 142. It is possible. In one example, the charger communication antenna 196 receives battery health status data. The system receives call / or battery charge status data from memory 206 and uses that data to charge the charger. It is supplied to the controller 200. Furthermore, the charger communication antenna 196 is wireless charging The battery 14 can receive a charging request, and the charger controller 200 can receive that charging request. Requests can be sent. Similarly, the antenna 208 in Figure 11C is connected to the battery communication device 14. It communicates bidirectionally with device 2 and memorizes battery health status data and / or battery charge status data. The data is received from the RI206 and provided to the charger controller 200 for wireless charging. It receives a charge request from the battery 14 and sends that charge request to the charger controller 200. It can be configured in the following way.

[0163] In one example, the charger controller 200 allows the communication antenna 196 to be selectively enabled. Furthermore, to selectively disable transistors, switches, or other devices It can operate switching devices such as (not shown). Therefore, power A In an example where the controller 194 is activated, the charger controller 200 is a switching device. By controlling the chair, for example, by preventing current from flowing to the communication antenna 196 The communication antenna 196 can be deactivated. Similarly, the charger controller 200 It communicates bidirectionally with the battery communication device 142 to obtain battery health status data and / or battery The battery charge status data is received from memory 206, and this data is then used by the charger controller 2 It sends a message to 00, receives a charge request from the wireless rechargeable battery 14, and sends that charge request to the charger controller. The capability of antenna 208 to send to roller 200 can be selectively enabled, and also selectively used It can be made impossible.

[0164] The indicator device 204 is connected to the charging module 16 and / or the wireless rechargeable battery 14. The indicator device 204 includes a display, speaker, and light-emitting (LED) components. ) It may include at least one of the light sources, such as diodes. It may be an LCD, LED, or other type of display. In some examples, Multiple indicators are used to charge the charging module 16, 16' and / or the wireless charging battery 14 This can indicate the state. As shown in Figure 11A, the indicator device 204 is 1 It may be one or more LEDs. In one example, the charger controller 200 is wireless Battery health status data and / or battery charge status data received from rechargeable battery 14 Based on this, one or more indicator devices 204 can be activated. For example, The charger controller 200 determines if the battery health status data matches a predetermined threshold, or If it exceeds that, you can make the LED emit green (or another appropriate color). The charger controller 200, if the battery health status data is below a predetermined threshold, LEDs can emit red light (or another suitable color). Therefore, indicator lights The vice 204 can show the user the overall health status of the wireless rechargeable battery 14. As an additional or alternative method, the wireless rechargeable battery 14 can be charged using the indicator device 204. It is also possible to indicate the status. For example, the indicator device 204 indicates that the wireless rechargeable battery 14 is complete. If not fully charged, it will emit a light of the first color, and the wireless rechargeable battery 14 will not fully charge. When charged, one or more LEDs or other devices can emit a second color of light. It may include a light source. The wireless rechargeable battery 14 may have one or more indicators to show the battery status to the user. It is further intended that a number indicator device 204 may be included, and therefore The wireless rechargeable battery 14 itself may include a light source, display, or speaker.

[0165] In one example, the charging module 16 may include multiple charging bays 46, and each charging Bay 46 includes separate power antennas 194 and communication antennas 196. Similarly, charging Module 16' can include multiple charging bays 46', and each charging bay 46' is Includes container 208. Therefore, the individual charging bays 46 and 46' are as specified herein. To be more fully explained, the shape is configured to receive individual wireless rechargeable batteries 14, Furthermore, the size can be set. For example, charging modules 12 and 12' are the same It can include two charging bays of the same shape, 46', 46', or different shapes and / Alternatively, to accommodate batteries of different sizes, two or more charging bays of different shapes, each with four different shapes. 6, 46' can be included. Therefore, each charging bay 46 can contain the communication antenna 196 It communicates with each wireless rechargeable battery 14 located near the charging bay 46. It is possible to use the power antenna 194 to charge the wireless rechargeable battery 14. It can be supplied. Similarly, each charging bay 46' uses antenna 208, It can communicate with each wireless rechargeable battery 14 located near the charging bay 46'. Furthermore, the antenna 208 can be used to supply charging power to the wireless rechargeable battery 14. Yes, it is possible. The individual charging bays 46 and 46' are configured as recessed volumes within the surface of the charger. It is possible. Alternatively, charger modules 12, 12' each have multiple It can include 46" charging bays, and each 46" charging bay is exactly the same. The shape and size settings are configured accordingly.

[0166] In one example, each power antenna 194 in each charging bay 46 is connected to a wireless rechargeable battery 14 It can only supply charging power if it is placed near charging bay 46. Therefore, if the wireless rechargeable battery 14 is not placed near the charging bay 46 (i.e., charging If the device controller 200 does not detect the proximity of the wireless rechargeable battery 14 to the charging bay 46 (Integrated), the charger controller 200, in order to save power, has a power supply for its charging bay 46. You can deactivate or otherwise disable the Container 194.

[0167] Figures 12 to 14 show the wireless rechargeable battery 14 and charging motor described herein. To supply charge to a battery that can be used with Joule 16 (i.e., "charge" it) This is a flowchart of exemplary method 1000. In one example, method 1000 is a charging module The memory is stored in one or more memory devices of the rake 16 and / or wireless rechargeable battery 14. This is done by executing computer-readable instructions that are stored in memory. For example, a charger code The controller 200 and / or battery microcontroller 140 are as specified herein. To implement the function of method 1000 described, memory 206 and / or cloud It can execute instructions stored in memory 156.

[0168] Referring to Figure 12, in one example, the charging module 16 is near the charging module 16. To detect one or more wireless rechargeable batteries 14 located on the device, a communication antenna 19 6 is made available, i.e., activated, by 1002. In a particular example, the communication antenna 196 is The power antenna 194 is activated while it is deactivated. The communication antenna 196 is activated. When activated, the charging module 16 enters discovery mode. During discovery mode, the wireless charging battery When 14 is placed near the charging bay 46, the charging module 16 is close to the wireless charging battery 14. The device detects contact. For example, an autoclavable container 12 containing a wireless rechargeable battery 14 is wireless. The rechargeable battery 14 is placed on top of the charging module 16 so that it is positioned near the charging bay 46. When this happens, the wireless communication field generated by the communication antenna 196 is transmitted within the battery communication device 142. The 1004 supplies energy to the tag 148. The wireless rechargeable battery 14 is initially wirelessly charged One or more components of the electric battery 14 (for example, the battery microcontroller 140) It may be in a low-power state in which it is at least partially deactivated. In addition or alternatively, The battery microcontroller 140, for example, based on the presence of an electromagnetic field, wirelessly rechargeable battery 1 It is possible to detect that 4 is positioned near the charging module 16.

[0169] When energy is supplied to tag 148, in response, the field detection pins within tag 148 Alternatively, the device can be configured 1006. In another example, further as described herein As fully explained, the wireless rechargeable battery 14 is located nearby. When paired with the charging bay 46, the field detection pin can be made available. By setting the pin 1006, the wireless rechargeable battery 14 exits the low power state 1008 (i.e., "wake-up"), the components of the wireless rechargeable battery 14 are activated in an operating state. It enters a state, that is, a full power state. In one example, the wireless rechargeable battery 14 enters a low power state and a full power state. During the power state, until the charging power is supplied by the charging module 16 (for example, power amperes) (Until the electromagnetic field is established by Tena 194 and charging power is supplied to the wireless rechargeable battery 14) Power is drawn from battery cell 126.

[0170] As used herein, the low power state is less of the wireless rechargeable battery 14 Some parts were rendered unusable, and the wireless rechargeable battery 14 was also rendered unusable. This refers to a power state that consumes less power than the full power state in which it is enabled. This is possible. In one example, the battery microcontroller 140 uses a wirelessly rechargeable battery 14. While in a low-power state, it can draw a current of approximately 20 milliamperes (mA) or less. Alternatively, in the low-power state, the battery microcontroller 140 controls the wirelessly rechargeable battery 14 When the battery is in a fully powered state, 5% of the current drawn by the battery microcontroller 140 is unused. To draw out the full current, at least some components of the wireless rechargeable battery 14 are unusable. This power state disables part of the battery microcontroller 140. It is also possible to characterize it in this way.

[0171] In one example, the electromagnetic field generated by the communication antenna 196 transmits energy to the tag 148. When energy is supplied, the antennas in tag 148 or battery communication device 142 are paired A ring message is sent to the communication antenna 196, and the battery communication device 142 is connected to the communication antenna 1010 is paired with 196 (and therefore wireless rechargeable battery 14 is charged in charging bay 46 and charging (Paired with module 16). In a specific example, tag 148 is connected to communication antenna 196. In response to the power supply to tag 148, the battery communication device uses the NFC protocol. This is an NFC tag that enables pairing with the communication antenna 196 via the 142. Alternatively, It uses Bluetooth or any other suitable protocol to wirelessly recharge the battery. It is also possible to pair 14 with the charging module 16 and / or the charging bay 46. While the wired rechargeable battery 14 and the charging module 16 are paired, authentication from the wireless rechargeable battery 14 The data is received, enabling the wireless rechargeable battery 14 to be authenticated by the charging module 16. This is possible. In one example, battery authentication data can be stored in tag 148, and The communication antenna 196 is used to enable reading by the charger controller 200, and This enables authentication of the wireless rechargeable battery 14 by the charging module 16. According to this method, the charging module 16 connects to the approved wireless rechargeable battery 14. This ensures that charging power is supplied from the charging module 16.

[0172] In one example, the wireless rechargeable battery 14 can exit a low-power state in several stages. 1008 is capable. In the first stage, 1004 supplies energy to Tag 148. This causes the battery communication device 142 to exit the low-power state, and the battery communication device 142 This allows for pairing with the charging bay 46. In the second stage, the battery communication device When the chair 142 and the charging bay 46 are paired, the rest of the wireless rechargeable battery 14 responds accordingly. The battery microcontroller 140 can exit the low power state in 1008 minutes. Alternatively, by supplying energy to tag 148 via 1004, wireless charging is possible. All parts of battery 14 can be brought out of the low-power state substantially simultaneously, or low-power Any other appropriate sequence of events resulting from the force state is performed by the wirelessly rechargeable battery 14. It is possible.

[0173] In one example, the battery microcontroller 140 detects when the wirelessly rechargeable battery 14 is in a low power state. After 1008, before moving to the next step of method 1000, a predetermined time amount (150 mm) It can wait for a certain amount of time (such as seconds or another appropriate time). Once a predetermined amount of time has elapsed, The battery microcontroller 140 reconfigures the field detection pins to "pass" the wireless rechargeable battery 14 It can be placed in "pass" mode 1012. In pass mode 1012, it is stored in tag 148. The data being transmitted is sent to the charging module 16 using the communication antenna 196, and also, Data can also be sent from the charging module 16 to the tag 148. The stored data is that the battery microcontroller 140 is in an inactive state and low power If in a state of being damaged, otherwise unable to communicate with the charging module 16 and / or tag 148 Even if it is not possible to read it, it can be read by the charging module 16. Please be aware of this.

[0174] Tag 148 is paired with 1012, which is set to pass mode, and charging module 1 6 is a wireless charging method for data related to the battery status (hereinafter referred to as "battery status data"). Start receiving from battery 14 1014. In one example, the charging module 16 communicates Antenna 196 is used to request battery status data from the battery microcontroller 140. Send one or more messages to the battery communication device 142. - The radio 140 receives the message from the battery communication device 142 and responds to it 1016 provides battery status data. In one example, the battery microcontroller 140, Battery status data is temporarily stored in the tag 148 in preparation for transmission to the charging module 16. The charging module 16 then reads the battery status data directly from the tag 148. This can be done, and the battery status data can be stored in the memory 206 of the charging module 16. It is possible.

[0175] Battery status data includes the charge status, health status and / or default status of the wireless rechargeable battery 14. It may include other appropriate data. The charging status is the capacity of the wireless rechargeable battery 14. The quantity and the current charge level of the wireless rechargeable battery 14, i.e., the fully charged wireless rechargeable battery 14. It may include data representing the amount of charge required to reach an electric state.

[0176] In a specific example, the battery microcontroller 140 sends a signal to the charging module 16. Battery status data can be stored in tag 148 within a predetermined block of data. When individual blocks of the device are sent to the charging module 16, the charger controller 200 will: To confirm that the data block has been successfully received, use communication antenna 196. This is used to send an affirmative response message, i.e., a signal, to the battery microcontroller 140. In this example, each block of data is 64 bytes. Alternatively, each block of data The block can contain any appropriate number of bytes.

[0177] When the charging module 16 receives battery status data, the charging module 16 receives The display can be updated to reflect the data in version 1018. For example, the charger The controller 200 sends a command, or signal, to the display area 202, and the received data Based on the data, the charging status indicator will reflect the current charging status of the wireless rechargeable battery 14. This can be done, and based on the received data, the health status indicator will receive a wireless rechargeable battery 14. It can reflect the current state of health.

[0178] Referring to Figure 13, battery status data is received, and the display area 202 is updated. Then, the charging module 16 requests battery operation data from the wireless rechargeable battery 14. This is possible. In one example, the battery operation data is as described above, referring to Figure 10. It may include data stored within the 168. In addition or by alternative means, the charging motor Joule 16 can request and receive any other appropriate data. Charger control The Roller 200 receives signals, i.e., requests, for battery operation data via the communication antenna 19 It can send to 6. The communication antenna 196 sends its signal, i.e., the request, to the battery communication device. 1022 can send to S142, and in turn the battery communication device 142 receives the signal, i.e. The request is sent to the battery microcontroller 140. Upon receiving that signal, i.e., the request, In response, the battery microcontroller 140 prepares to transmit data to the charging module 16. Therefore, battery operation data can be stored in the tag 148 of the battery communication device 142.

[0179] In a specific example, the battery microcontroller 140 sends a signal to the charging module 16. Battery operation data can be stored in the tag 148 within a predetermined block of data 1024. The individual blocks of data are then transferred to the charging module 16 in a manner similar to that described above. The receiving 1026 and the charger controller 200 successfully receive the data block. To confirm that this was done, an acknowledgment message was sent using the communication antenna 196, i.e. The signal is sent to the battery microcontroller 140. In a specific example, individual blocks of data Each block is 64 bytes. Alternatively, each block of data can be any appropriate number of bytes. It may include a battery microcontroller 140. The battery operation data transmission will continue until a message indicating completion of battery operation data transmission is sent. An additional block of data can be requested. Alternatively, the charging module 16 can The battery operation data continues until the charging module 16 receives a certain amount of battery operation data. You can request additional blocks of data. In one example, a predetermined amount of battery operation data is 3 This includes kilobytes of data. In another example, a given amount of battery operation data is a certain size (i.e., the amount of data that can be stored in data structure 168) of data structure 168 Includes.

[0180] Once the transmission of battery operation data is complete, the charging module 16 will... The battery microcontroller 140 is ready to begin receiving charging power. 1028 sends a message to the battery microcontroller 140 requesting a response. This can be done. This request can be called a "ready to charge request". Battery microcontroller When the roller 140 receives a charging preparation request, the battery microcontroller 140 will Alternatively, it is possible to determine whether multiple battery parameters are within an acceptable range. For example, the battery microcontroller 140 can tolerate the voltage output from cell 126. It is possible to determine whether it is within the range. The battery parameters are within the acceptable range. When the battery microcontroller 140 makes this decision, the battery microcontroller 140 This is a message indicating that the wireless rechargeable battery 14 can receive charging power at any time. The message can be sent back to the charging module 16. This message means "Preparing to charge". This can be called a "confirmation." The charging readiness confirmation message is sent to the charger controller 200. When the wireless rechargeable battery 14 (and its components) moves from a low power state to a full power state It can also function as a notification. The battery microcontroller 140 controls the charging power Disable, or deactivate, the battery communication device 142 that is preparing to receive data. This is also possible. For example, the battery microcontroller 140 can draw power from the charging module 16. The system is switching to a transfer state, otherwise the power supply for charging the wireless rechargeable battery 14 will be affected. A signal, or message, indicating that the charger is preparing to supply power is sent from the charger controller 200. It can receive. When the charging module 16 receives the charging ready confirmation, the charging module L16 supplies charging power to the wireless rechargeable battery 14, as described with reference to Figure 14. The process will begin. However, if the battery microcontroller 140 does not send a charging readiness confirmation... In addition, or alternatively, one or more battery parameters are outside the acceptable range. When an error message is sent, the charging module 16 will not supply power to the wireless rechargeable battery 14. The handover can be prevented, and method 1000 can be terminated.

[0181] In one example, the error message was displayed in response to a self-diagnostic procedure, or from the battery microcontroller. In response to other tests performed by the Torola 140, the battery microcontroller 14 It can be generated by 0. For example, the battery microcontroller 140 is wireless charging It can receive sensor signals representing one or more parameters of the battery 14, and The sensor signal is compared against a predetermined threshold or usage criterion to determine if the wireless rechargeable battery 14 is appropriate. Whether it is functioning, or otherwise in an acceptable state of health. This can be determined. Error messages are sent via the battery communication device 142 to the battery. The microcontroller 140 can send and charge using the communication antenna 196. The power module 16 can receive it. The error message is from the charging module 16. This can be reflected in the health status indicator. For example, the health status indicator is a wireless rechargeable battery. 14 has an error, or otherwise charging is unacceptable. It can indicate that it should be replaced. Health status indicators use text, graphics, and Displaying a light of a predetermined color to indicate that a replacement is suggested. This allows for the display of instructions indicating that the wireless rechargeable battery 14 should be replaced.

[0182] Referring to Figure 14, the charging module 16 disables the communication antenna 196. In other words, by deactivating 1032 (for example, by removing power to the communication antenna 196) ), and also enable the power antenna 194, i.e., activate it (for example) By supplying power to the power antenna 194, the wireless rechargeable battery 14 The process of supplying charging power to the device is initiated. The charger controller 200 then starts the wireless charging process. To supply charging power to the electric battery 14, the power antenna 194 is guided to the battery induction coil 130. We will attempt to perform a conductive coupling 1036. In one example, the charger controller 200 is wireless charging To supply charging power to the electric battery 14, the Wireless Power Consortium (Qi) The linear charging protocol is executed to inductively couple the power antenna 194 to the battery induction coil 130. 1036. Alternatively, the charger controller 200 includes the power antenna 194 and the battery. Any other suitable device to supply wireless charging power to the wireless charging battery 14 using the induction coil 130. It is also possible to execute complex protocols.

[0183] When the power antenna 194 and the battery induction coil 130 are inductively coupled, each antenna Using Tena, charging power is wirelessly supplied from the charging module 16 to the wireless rechargeable battery 14. 1038. In one example, the charger controller 200 operates the charging process in a loop. The charging power is supplied for a predetermined amount of time. In this example, the predetermined amount of time is 2 minutes. Legally, the prescribed time is 30 seconds or any other appropriate time. During slooping, the charger controller 200 wirelessly receives requests to receive battery charge status data. The rechargeable battery 14 periodically receives 1040. The battery microcontroller 140 responds to its requests. The charger receives a response message from the wireless rechargeable battery 14, including the current charge status. Send to the Torola 200. The charger controller 200 then updates the charge status indicator. The display area 202 is updated by reflecting the current charge status of the wireless rechargeable battery 14. It is possible to update 1042. The wireless rechargeable battery 14 has not yet reached a full charge. When the charger controller 200 determines this, the charger controller 200 will perform a predetermined time The charging process loop can continue until a certain amount has elapsed. The 1038, which is supplied with charging power, and the charger controller 200 are connected to the power antenna 194. Disable, i.e., deactivate, 1044, the start of method 1000 (i.e., step 1044). Return to 1002). According to this method, the charger controller 200 is wirelessly rechargeable. Method 1000 will be executed in a loop until battery 14 reaches a fully charged state. Alternatively, the charger controller 200 can be used to fully charge the wireless rechargeable battery 14. Until then, without periodically returning to the beginning of method 1000, the wireless rechargeable battery 14 is continuously charged. It can supply charging power to 1038.

[0184] During the charging loop, the wireless rechargeable battery 14 reaches a fully charged state. When the electrical controller 200 makes a decision, the charger controller 200 displays the display area 202 The update can reflect that the wireless rechargeable battery 14 has finished charging (for example, (By illuminating the power status indicator with a specific color such as green or blue). Charger controller The RA200 then stops supplying charging power to the wireless rechargeable battery 14, and also stops the power supply. Disable, i.e., deactivate, Tena 194, i.e., deactivate 1044. Next, charge bay 46 and The wireless rechargeable battery 14 can be removed from the autoclavable container 12. It can also be used as needed.

[0185] During the charging process, the wireless rechargeable battery 14 displays the charging status on the charging module display area 202. In addition to the charging module 16 which displays the state and health status, the charging status and / Alternatively, the state of health can be visually indicated. For example, battery microcontroller 14 0 can be coupled to one or more LEDs, such as a battery status indicator. The cross controller 140 will not function if the wireless rechargeable battery 14 is not fully charged. The status indicator can emit a first color of light (such as blue), and the battery is fully charged. When this is done, the battery status indicator can emit a second color of light (such as green). The cross controller 140 detects when the battery health status is at an error or an unacceptable level of health. Alternatively, if degradation occurs, the battery status indicator may emit a third color of light (such as red). In an example where the housing 108 is at least partially transparent, the wireless rechargeable battery 14 When the battery is microbially sealed within container 12, the user will see light emission from the battery status indicator. It is possible.

[0186] Method 1000, as used herein, involves simultaneously using the power antenna 194 or the communication antenna It is described as operating with only 196 activated, but the power is for each individual Both the power antenna 194 and the communication antenna 196 are set to be applied to the antenna simultaneously. It should be noted that simultaneous activation is also possible. In such practical examples, the charger The Torra 200 is designed so that data is transmitted through only one antenna at a time. Both antennas can be used independently. Alternatively, charger controller 2 00 means that the charger controller 200 uses both antennas simultaneously to transmit data and / or Alternatively, power antenna 194 and communication antenna 194 are used to send and / or receive power. It is also possible to run both versions of 96 simultaneously.

[0187] Base 28 for autoclavable container 12 for a more effective sterilization process This is shown. According to this basis, bacteria can be eliminated more effectively, and also, Tex The inclusion of a charred surface improves drying characteristics during sterilization. As shown in Figure 15A, the base 28 is textured to improve drying properties. The interior surface 33 may be textured with 208' (see details below) In the book, the interior surface 33, which has been textured, (This can be called a textured inner surface 33). The textured inner surface 33 is hydrophilic. It can exhibit a water contact angle of less than 90 degrees. Further discussions in this specification will be provided. Due to the hydrophilic properties of the textured surface of the sea urchin, Base 28 provides more effective sterilization protection. Seth is possible.

[0188] Any suitable base 28 for the autoclavable container 12 improves drying properties. It may include a textured surface. For example, the base 28 in Figure 15B is optional. The selection includes a receptacle 42, the internal surface 33 of which is a receptacle It is designed to include 42 floors 86 and walls 43. In the example in Figure 15B, the receptacle The floor 86 is also textured with texture 208'' (see details below) In the book, the floor 86, which has a textured finish, is textured. (This can be called the workbed 86). Therefore, the drying characteristics of the base 28 in Figure 15B are improved. The textured surface for this purpose includes a textured internal surface 33, and texture The textured internal surface 33 includes a textured floor 86. As shown in Figures 15A and 15B. Not limited to the examples provided herein, other examples of Base 28 intended herein include: It may also include an appropriate textured surface.

[0189] Figure 16 shows a side view of the base 28 in Figure 15B. As shown, The internal surface 33 of the receptacle, including the floor 86, is textured with texture 208''. The texture has been applied. In another example, any element of base 28 has been textured. It may be possible to do so, or it may not be possible to apply a textured finish. For example, other In this example, the outer surface 29 of the base 28, the wall 210 of the inner surface 33, and the wall of the receptacle 42. The 43 and standoff 88 can be textured. In another example, the floor Only 86 can be textured. In yet another example, only floor 86 can be untextured. It can be textured. In some examples, autoclavable containers. The other 12 elements may include textured surfaces. For example, the outer surface of the lid 26. The 27 and / or internal surface 31 can be textured.

[0190] Figures 17A and 17B are more effective due to the hydrophilic properties of the textured surface. This shows how a sterilization process becomes possible. In Figure 17A, water droplet 212 is tech Placed on the textured surface, i.e., the textured floor 86 of the base 28 in Figure 15B. In Figure 17B, the water droplet 214 is on a non-textured surface, i.e., a non-textured surface. It is placed on the charred processing floor 86. As shown, the water droplet 212 is textured To ensure that the textured floor 86 is hydrophilic, the textured floor 86 and 90 degrees are less than 90 degrees. A contact angle θ1 of less than 1 degree is formed. Meanwhile, the water droplet 214 is on the untextured floor 86 To ensure hydrophobicity, a contact angle θ2 is formed with the untextured surface 86, which has a contact angle greater than 90 degrees. It is because the contact angle θ1 is less than 90 degrees, and the contact angle θ2 is greater than 90 degrees. The amount of water droplets 212 in contact with the textured floor 86 is equal to the amount of water droplets 212 in contact with the non-textured floor 8 The amount of water droplets 214 in contact with 6 is greater. In other examples, the textured base 28 The processed surface may be hydrophilic, and the contact angle θ between the water droplet and the textured surface may also be hydrophilic. 1 is less than 80 degrees, less than 70 degrees, less than 60 degrees, less than 50 degrees, less than 40 degrees, less than 30 degrees, 2 It may be less than 0 degrees or less than 10 degrees.

[0191] During the autoclave process, the autoclavable container 12 first enters the sterilization phase. During the sterilization phase, the disinfectant permeates the autoclavable container 12 and into the base 28. It condenses on the surface 33 and / or the floor 86. For example, an automatic system using steam as a disinfectant. During the clave process, the steam is released as hot water droplets onto the inner surface 33 of the base 28 and / or It condenses on the floor 86. As already mentioned, contact between water droplets and textured surfaces. The amount is greater than the amount of contact between the water droplet and the non-textured surface. Therefore, Hot water droplets in contact with the jarred surface transfer more heat to the internal surface 33, and internal Removes more bacteria from surface 33. This phenomenon is shown in Figures 17A and 17B. The amount of heat transferred from the water droplet 212 to the internal surface 33 is the same as the amount of heat transferred from the water droplet 214 to the internal surface 33. It is greater than the amount of heat transferred.

[0192] After the sterilization phase, the autoclavable container 12 then enters the drying phase. During the process, the temperature of the base 28 rises, transferring heat to the internal surface 33 of the base 28, which sterilizes. Evaporate the water droplets from the phase. As already mentioned, water droplets and textured surface The amount of contact between them is greater than the amount of contact between the water droplet and the untextured surface. Therefore As the temperature of the base 28 rises, more heat is transferred to the water droplets on the textured surface. This allows the water droplets to dry more quickly. This phenomenon is shown in Figures 17A and 17B. The amount of heat transferred from the base 28 to the water droplet 212 is equal to the amount of heat transferred from the base 28 to the water droplet 214. It is greater than the amount of heat.

[0193] The textured surface of Base 28 is hydrophilic, Furthermore, any appropriate texture will be applied so that the textured surface exhibits a water contact angle of less than 90 degrees. It can include a shading. For example, texture 208' in Figure 15A has a uniform size and It includes pyramidal vertices with uniform spacing. The texture 208'' in Figure 15B is variable size. and includes pyramidal vertices with variable spacing. In other examples, the texture is uniform in size and It can contain vertices of any suitable shape, either at intervals or with variable size and spacing. Example For example, the textured surface of Base 28 has hemispherical apex of uniform size and variable spacing. Textured surfaces can be created using textures that include dots.

[0194] Figures 17A and 17B show h standoff Standoff 88 as shown The height can be based on the textured surface. As already mentioned, h stan doffThis maximizes the efficiency of charge power transfer between the power antenna 194 and the induction coil 130. On the other hand, it still allows contact between the disinfectant and the bottom surface of the wireless rechargeable battery 14. It can be minimized in order to do so. Furthermore, h standoff 14 wireless rechargeable batteries And to facilitate proper sterilization and drying of the autoclavable container 12, Water droplets placed on the textured surface do not come into contact with the bottom surface of the wireless rechargeable battery 14. It can be selected in this way. Therefore h standoff This is shown in Figure 17A. The height of the water droplet h droplet ga h standoff Select a value that is less than It is possible. In such one example, h standoff textured surface To prevent water droplets placed on the surface from coming into contact with the bottom surface of the wireless rechargeable battery 14, and on the other hand This allows contact between the disinfectant and the bottom surface of the wireless rechargeable battery 14, and also 10%, 25% , 4mm to maintain charging power transfer efficiency higher than 50%, 75%, or 90% It can be reduced to less than 10.

[0195] In addition to shape, variable or uniform size and spacing, textured surface Textures can also be defined using roughness profiles. Exemplary textures The texture is shown in Figure 18A. The texture of the textured surface is shown in Figure 18B. Then, it is captured using the texture profile P(x), as shown. The texture profile P(x) is determined by the smaller vertices and valleys of the texture. Rabin captures the larger curvature of the texture. Smaller vertices of the texture In our interest in analyzing the valleys, the texture profile (x) captured It is advantageous to remove larger curvatures. Larger curvatures in textures are shown in Figure 18. The swell profile W(x) shown in C is used to capture larger curvatures. To remove it, the waviness profile W(x) is taken from the texture profile P(x). The filter is removed, and the roughness profile Z(x) shown in Figure 18D is output.

[0196] This roughness profile Z(x) allows you to texture using various parameters. The texture of the surface can be defined. Three exemplary parameters are shown in Figures 18E-18E. This is shown in 18G. Each of these exemplary parameters is relative to the mean line 216. Therefore, this average line 216 is the average line 21 between the roughness profile R(x) and the average line 216. Area above 6, and between the roughness profile R(x) and the mean line 216, from the mean line 216 The areas below are defined so that they are equal. Furthermore, the individual roughness profiles Z(x) is a sampling length l r It has been analyzed over a wide range of topics.

[0197] In Figure 18E, the arithmetic mean height R a The roughness profile Z(x) is defined using The arithmetic mean height R a is a sampling length l r The roughness profile Z(x) and the flat surface It is defined as the average absolute value of the difference between the 216 average lines. Calculation of the roughness profile Z(x) Average surgical height R a The textured surface is hydrophilic, and it is also suitable for water contact at temperatures below 90 degrees Celsius. It can be set to any appropriate value so that it can represent the angle. For example, the arithmetic mean height R a It can be higher than 2 micrometers and lower than 4 micrometers. ru.

[0198] In Figure 18F, the mean squared deviation R q The roughness profile Z(x) is defined using The mean squared deviation R q is a sampling length l r The roughness profile Z(x) and the flat surface It is defined as the mean square of the difference between the 216 mean lines. Squared deviation R q The textured surface is hydrophilic, and the water contact angle is less than 90 degrees. It can be set to any appropriate value so that it can be shown. For example, the arithmetic mean height R a It can be higher than 2 micrometers and lower than 5 micrometers. .

[0199] Figure 18G shows the average width RS of the profile elements. m Using roughness profile Z(x) The average width of the profile element is defined as RS. m is a sampling length l r spanning, It is defined as the average length of the profile elements. The profile elements are shown in Figure 18G. X s1 , X s2 , X s3 , X si and X sm It is shown as follows. Profile requirements Raw average width RS m The textured surface is hydrophilic, and water contact is less than 90 degrees. It can be set to any appropriate value so that it can indicate antennae. For example, profile Average width of elements RS m It is higher than 10 micrometers, and also higher than 40 micrometers. It can be made lower.

[0200] The roughness profile Z(x) is drawn using other parameters not shown in the figure. It is also possible to define it. For example, the maximum height R of the profile. z is the roughness profile Z( Defined as the maximum peak-to-peak height of x). Roughness profile Z(x) Maximum file height R z The textured surface is hydrophilic, and the temperature is less than 90 degrees. It can be set to any appropriate value so that the water contact angle can be shown. For example, profile File's maximum height R z It is higher than 20 micrometers, and also 30 micrometers. It can be made lower.

[0201] The base 28, including the textured surface, can be manufactured using a variety of methods. For example, base 28 allows the transmission of electromagnetic waves passing through, and also allows temperatures above 140 degrees Celsius. It can be molded from a polymer material having a glass transition temperature. Base 28 is Base 2 The internal surface of 8 can be molded to exhibit a contact angle of less than 90 degrees. In another example, Base 28 can be molded from polymer material, but Base 28 can be textured after molding. Charding can be applied. For example, after the base 28 is molded from the polymer material, The base 28 can be textured using a texturer.

[0202] Clause I. Autoclavable wireless rechargeable battery, Housing and A cell arranged within the housing, A ferrite base is disposed between the cell and the housing, An induction coil disposed on the ferrite base, which receives electromagnetic waves The induction coil that is constructed, A radio frequency coil disposed on the ferrite base, which transmits radio frequency signals A radio frequency coil configured to receive, Displaced between the housing and the cell, and the induction coil and the radio frequency A microcontroller coupled to several coils, A thermal insulating material is at least partially disposed between the cell and the ferrite base. An autoclavable, wirelessly rechargeable battery.

[0203] II. An autoclavable wireless rechargeable battery as per Clause I, which is an autoclavable wireless The rechargeable battery has a second heat source at least partially located between the cell and the housing. Includes insulating material.

[0204] III. An autoclavable wireless rechargeable battery as described in either of the preceding clauses I or II. The housing includes a top portion and a bottom portion, and the top portion and the bottom portion They are configured to be joined together.

[0205] IV. An autoclavable wireless rechargeable battery according to Clause III, wherein the microcontroller The roller is positioned above the cell and below the top portion of the housing.

[0206] V. An autoclavable wireless rechargeable battery according to any of the preceding provisions, wherein the thermal insulating material The material is placed above the cell and below the microcontroller.

[0207] VI. An autoclavable wireless rechargeable battery according to Clause II, wherein the second thermal insulating material The elements are positioned below the cell and above the ferrite base.

[0208] VII. An autoclavable wireless rechargeable battery according to any of the preceding provisions, wherein the thermal The edge material has a power output of 30 mW / (m²) at 298 Kelvin. * It has a thermal conductivity of less than K.

[0209] VIII. An autoclavable wireless rechargeable battery according to any of the preceding provisions, wherein the heat The insulating material contains Aerogel.

[0210] IX. An autoclavable wireless rechargeable battery according to Clause II, wherein the second thermal insulating material At 298 Kelvin, the power output is 30 mW / (m³). * It has a thermal conductivity of less than K.

[0211] X. An autoclavable wireless rechargeable battery according to Clause II, wherein the second thermal insulating material is Contains Aerogel.

[0212] XI. Autoclavable wireless rechargeable battery, Housing and A cell arranged within the housing, A thermal insulating material is at least partially disposed between the housing and the cell, A ferrite base is disposed between the cell and the housing, An induction coil disposed on the ferrite base, which receives electromagnetic waves The induction coil that is constructed, A radio frequency coil disposed on the ferrite base, which transmits radio frequency signals Configured to receive, The ferrite base is a monolithic component, and the radio frequency coil is and the induction coil shares the ferrite base, Radio frequency coil and Displaced between the housing and the cell, and the induction coil and the radio frequency A microcontroller coupled to several coils and An autoclavable, wirelessly rechargeable battery.

[0213] XII. An autoclavable wireless rechargeable battery according to Clause XI, wherein the induction coil and The radio frequency coil is arranged concentrically on the ferrite base.

[0214] XIII. Autoclavable wireless charging of either one of the provisions XI and XII A type battery, wherein the induction coil and the radio frequency coil are such that the induction coil is It is positioned concentrically on the ferrite base so as to be placed inside the radio frequency coil.

[0215] XIV. Any one of the clauses XI-XIII: Autoclavable wireless rechargeable battery A pond, wherein the induction coil and the radio frequency coil are the induction coil and the The radio frequency coil is placed on the ferrite base so that it is coplanar with the ferrite base.

[0216] XV. Autoclavable wireless rechargeable battery of the provisions XI-XIV, wherein the induction coil The device has a temperature rating of at least 155 degrees Celsius.

[0217] XVI. Autoclavable wireless rechargeable battery of the provisions XI-XV, the Ferrei The base has a relative permeability of at least 700.

[0218] XVII. Autoclavable wireless rechargeable battery according to Clauses XI-XVI, the said The light base will have at least 20 Qs.

[0219] XVIII. Autoclavable wireless rechargeable battery, Housing and A cell arranged within the housing, A thermal insulating material is at least partially disposed between the housing and the cell, A ferrite base is disposed between the cell and the housing, An induction coil disposed on the ferrite base, which receives electromagnetic waves The induction coil that is constructed, A radio frequency coil, wherein adjacent windings of the radio frequency coil are the flexible printed coil The flexible printed circuit boards are fixed to each other by the medium of the circuit board. Embedded in the medium, the flexible printed circuit board is placed on the ferrite base, The aforementioned radio frequency coil is configured to receive radio frequency signals, The ferrite base is a monolithic component, and the radio frequency coil is and the induction coil shares the ferrite base, Radio frequency coil and Displaced between the housing and the cell, and the induction coil and the radio frequency A microcontroller coupled to several coils and An autoclavable, wirelessly rechargeable battery.

[0220] An autoclavable wireless rechargeable battery according to Clause XIX, Clause XVIII, wherein the flexible mark The medium of the printed circuit board contains resin.

[0221] XX. A polymerization autoclavable container for sterilization with improved drying properties. hand, The lid and It allows the transmission of electromagnetic waves passing through and has a glass transition temperature higher than 140 degrees Celsius. A base containing a polymerization material, having a hydrophilic internal surface and Equipped with, At least one of the base and the lid is autoclavable with a disinfectant. Defines multiple openings configured to allow permeation of the container, Autoclavable container.

[0222] XXI. A method for manufacturing a base for an autoclavable container, the method being: It allows the transmission of electromagnetic waves to pass through, and the internal surface exhibits a contact angle of less than 45 degrees. For autoclavable containers made from polymerization materials having a glass transition temperature higher than 140 degrees Celsius. step of forming the base Includes.

[0223] XXII. The method of Clause XXI, wherein the internal surface exhibits a water contact angle of less than 80 degrees.

[0224] XXIII. One of the methods of Clauses XXI and XXII, which is an internal table The surface exhibits a water contact angle of less than 70 degrees.

[0225] XXIV. Any one of the methods of Clauses XX to XXIII, wherein the internal surface is 6 It exhibits a water contact angle of less than 0 degrees.

[0226] XXV. A method for manufacturing a base for an autoclavable container, the method being: It allows the transmission of electromagnetic waves passing through and has a glass transition temperature higher than 140 degrees Celsius. A step of forming a base for an autoclavable container from a polymerization material, The molded base is textured so that the internal surface of the base exhibits a water contact angle of less than 45 degrees. - The steps to be performed Includes.

[0227] XXVI. The method of Article XXV, which involves applying a texture to a molded base. The step involves applying a textured finish to the base floor using laser texture processing. Includes more.

[0228] XXVII. Wireless rechargeable battery, An antenna configured to receive electromagnetic waves, An autoclavable container configured to receive the aforementioned wireless rechargeable battery is wireless rechargeable When placed on the vise, the antenna aligns with the induction coil of the wireless charging device. U, the wireless rechargeable batteries are configured to be aligned in an autoclavable container. Housing with features A wireless rechargeable battery equipped with [feature name / feature].

[0229] XXVIII. Autoclavable container for sterilizing wireless rechargeable batteries, Autoclaveable containers are, It allows the transmission of electromagnetic waves passing through and has a glass transition temperature higher than 140 degrees Celsius. A base containing a polymer material, comprising an antenna configured to receive electromagnetic waves. A base defining a receptacle shaped to receive a wire-rechargeable battery. Equipped with, The base is such that the receptacle receives a wirelessly rechargeable battery, and the autoclave When the wireless charging container is placed on top of the wireless charging device, the antenna and of the wireless charging battery The wireless rechargeable battery is positioned in the receptacle so that the induction coils of the wireless charging device are aligned. It features alignment characteristics configured to align within itself.

[0230] XXIX. Autoclavable container for sterilizing wireless rechargeable batteries, Scavable containers are, The lid and A base defining a receptacle shaped to receive a wireless rechargeable battery and Equipped with, One of the base and the lid is autoclavable with a disinfectant. Define multiple openings configured to allow permeability of the container, The receptacle comprises a floor and a standoff extending from the floor, thereby The wireless rechargeable battery received by the receptacle is placed on the standoff. Furthermore, the bottom surface of the wireless rechargeable battery is designed so that a large portion of the bottom surface is exposed to the disinfectant. To allow the circulation of disinfectant directly beneath the rechargeable battery, a space is provided from the floor, The floor of the receptacle has a textured surface exhibiting a water contact angle of less than 45 degrees. It has a surface.

[0231] Specific features of various examples of this disclosure can be shown in some drawings, and also in other drawings. Although it cannot be shown in the drawings, this is merely for convenience. According to the principles of this disclosure... If any feature of a drawing or other example is combined with any feature of any other drawing or example, They can be referenced together and / or claimed.

[0232] In some embodiments of the autoclavable container 12, the lid 26 does not contain metal. For example, the lid is an autoclavable container that retains heat from the autoclave. The contents of 12 still contain polymer materials or non-metallic materials that facilitate drying. It is possible.

[0233] In some embodiments of the autoclavable container 12, the base 28 contains a polymerization material. It is not possible. For example, base 28 may contain non-polymerizing materials such as metal or glass. .

[0234] In some embodiments of the autoclavable container 12, the base 28 has multiple protrusions and It does not need to include a and / or receptacle. For example, base 28 has one projection and a receptacle. It may include a tackle. Also, the base 28 may have a projection and / or a receptacle. It's fine.

[0235] In some embodiments of the autoclavable container 12, the base 28 and lid 26 One side is configured to allow the permeation of the autoclavable container 12 with a disinfectant. Multiple openings are defined.

[0236] In some embodiments, the autoclavable container 12 is an external container other than the wireless rechargeable battery 14. Medical instruments can be sterilized, for example, by using the method described herein. It is also possible to sterilize manual surgical instruments such as scalpels, forceps, and bone crushers. Using the same method described in the manual, a rotary handpiece, drill, or internal It is also possible to sterilize electric surgical instruments such as endoscopes.

[0237] This written description illustrates the examples of the present disclosure using examples, and also describes the examples of any person skilled in the art. The manufacture and use of any device or system, and any method of incorporating it. This also enables the practical application of the example, including its implementation. The claims of this disclosure are patent-claimed. This is defined by the scope of the request and may include other examples that arise for those skilled in the art. Other examples include those in which the structural elements are identical to the written language of the claims. In cases where the equivalent structural elements differ substantially from the written language of the claims, If included, it is intended to be within the scope of the patent claims.

Claims

1. An autoclavable container for sterilizing wireless rechargeable batteries, A lid containing metal, configured to allow the permeation of the lid by a disinfectant, and a plurality of A mount configured to receive a filter that defines an opening and defines a microbial barrier. To prepare, a lid and It allows the transmission of electromagnetic waves passing through and has a glass transition temperature higher than 140 degrees Celsius. A base containing polymerization material, which defines multiple receptacles, and each receptacle is Shaped to receive a rechargeable battery, it includes multiple protrusions, each protrusion corresponding to Aligning with the receptacle, the base and An autoclavable container equipped with the following features.

2. The lid is engageable with the base, thereby defining the volume within the container, claim An autoclavable container as described in item 1.

3. After the autoclavable container is removed from the sterilizer, the lid retains heat and the O The metal is configured to facilitate drying of the contents of the autoclaveable container. 1 W / (m) at 98 Kelvin ＊ Claims 1 and 2, which have a thermal conductivity greater than K. An autoclavable container as described in any one of the items.

4. The lid is rated at 10 W / (m²) at 298 Kelvin. ＊ It has a higher thermal conductivity than K, An autoclavable container as described in any one of the requirements 1 to 3.

5. The polymer material has a dielectric constant of 10 or less, as described in any one of claims 1 to 4. Autoclaveable container.

6. The polymer material has a dielectric constant of 5 or less, according to any one of claims 1 to 5. Toclavable container.

7. The autoclavable container according to any one of claims 1 to 6, wherein the lid is made of metal. vessel.

8. The base comprises the polymer material that allows the transmission of electromagnetic waves passing through, according to claim 1 to An autoclavable container as described in any one of item 7.

9. Claims 1 to 8, wherein the polymerized material that allows the transmission of electromagnetic waves passing through is a plastic. An autoclavable container as described in any one of the items.

10. The autoclave according to any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the base is injection molded Possible container.

11. An autoclavable container for sterilizing an object, A base including lipstick, A lid configured to engage with the base, wherein one of the base and the lid One of the components is configured to allow the permeation of the autoclavable container with a disinfectant. The lid defines the number of openings, Latch assembly and The latch assembly is provided with, A first body fixedly coupled to the lid, extending through the first body A first body that defines the pivot bore, A lever body having a handle portion and a body portion, the body The portion defines the pivot opening and the link opening, and the lever body is the first body A lever body, which is connected to and can move between a fixed position and an unfixed position, The pivot bore of the first body and the pivot of the lever body A pivot shaft positioned within the opening, the r around the pivot shaft The pivot movement of the bar body is facilitated, and the head portion of the pivot shaft is the lever - The pivot shaft protrudes from the body, A link shaft is positioned within the aforementioned link opening and protruding from there, A clasp body having an interface end and a link end, wherein the The end of the link is such that the clasp body is connected to the lever body. A link bore is defined that is configured to receive a shaft, and the interface end is forward A clasp body configured to engage with the lip of the base and Equipped with, The head portion of the pivot shaft is positioned such that the lever body is in the fixed position. Then, the lever body is separated from the clasp body and is in the fixed position When it pivots away, the lever body pivots further to the non-fixed position. When moving, the head portion moves the interface end of the clasp body towards the be The head portion engages with the clasp body so that it moves away from the clasp. Autoclavable container.

12. The movement of the handle portion for engaging the lid with the base from the non-fixed position The automatic lever body pivot to the fixed position as described in claim 11. A scraper-safe container.

13. Towards the non-fixed position for disengaging the interface end with the lip The pivot of the lever body is for disengaging the lid from the base. The autoc A container suitable for refrigeration.

14. When the lever body pivots between the fixed position and the unfixed position, the lever The lever body is configured such that the ink shaft passes between the pivot shaft and the cover. An autoclavable container according to any one of claims 11 to 13.

15. The latch assembly is positioned on the first body in contact with the lever body. It is positioned to restrict the free movement of the lever body from the non-fixed position and the fixed position. The following is a description of any one of claims 11 to 14, further comprising a stopper assembly for the purpose of preventing movement Autoclavable container.

16. The lever body comprises a front wall and two side walls perpendicular to the front wall, The pivot opening and the link opening are defined in the side wall, and at least one of the side wall The other further defines the recess and the edge, and the recess is the locking position of the lever body. It is configured to engage with the stopper assembly when positioned, and the edge is the When the lever body is in the non-fixed position, it engages with the stopper assembly. An autoclavable container according to claim 15, comprising the configuration described above.

17. An autoclavable container for sterilizing an object, A base including lipstick, A lid configured to engage with the base, wherein one of the base and the lid One of the components is configured to allow the permeation of the autoclavable container with a disinfectant. The lid defines the number of openings, Latch assembly and The latch assembly is provided with, A first body fixedly coupled to the lid, extending through the first body A first body that defines the pivot bore, A lever body having a handle portion and a body portion, the body The portion defines the pivot opening and the link opening, and the lever body is the first body - A lever body that is coupled to and can pivot between a fixed position and an unfixed position. and, The pivot bore of the first body and the pivot of the lever body A pivot shaft is positioned within the opening to facilitate pivoting motion between them, The lever body is positioned within the link opening, and the fixed position and the non-fixed position When pivoting between positions, the link shaft is between the pivot shaft and the cover. A link shaft that can move together with the link opening so as to pass through, A clasp body having an interface end and a link end, wherein the The end of the link is such that the clasp body is connected to the lever body. A link bore is defined that is configured to receive a shaft, and the interface end is forward A clasp body configured to engage with the lip of the base, The first body is positioned in contact with the lever body, and the non-fixed position A stopper to restrict the free movement of the lever body from its fixed position and position. Swertia and An autoclavable container equipped with the following features.

18. The head portion of the pivot shaft protrudes from the lever body, and the pivot shaft The head portion of the shaft, when the lever body is in the fixed position, the class The lever body is spaced apart from the lever body, and the lever body pivots from the fixed position. When released, the lever body is further pivoted toward the non-fixed position. Therefore, the interface end of the clasp body is moved away from the base. The head portion engages with the clasp body to allow movement, as described in claim 17. Autoclavable container.

19. The movement of the handle portion for engaging the lid with the base from the non-fixed position The pivot of the lever body to the fixed position and continuous with the a of claims 17 and 18 Any autoclavable container as described in item 1.

20. Towards the non-fixed position for disengaging the interface end with the lip The pivot of the lever body is for disengaging the lid from the base. Autoclaved according to any one of claims 17 to 19, which is continuous with the movement of the handle portion. A container that can be used for heating.

21. The clasp body further comprises two side parts, with a pocket defined between them. The side portion extends between the interface end and the link end, and the leverbo A space is provided to receive a portion of the D into the pocket, any of claims 17 to 20 An autoclavable container as described in item 1.

22. The lever body comprises a front wall and two side walls perpendicular to the front wall, The pivot opening and the link opening are defined in the side wall, and at least one of the side wall The other further defines the recess and the edge, and the recess is the locking position of the lever body. It is configured to engage with the stopper assembly when positioned, and the edge is the When the lever body is in the non-fixed position, it engages with the stopper assembly. An autoclavable container according to any one of claims 17 to 21.

23. The first body comprises a flange extending away from the lid, and the flange The ji has a tab portion that defines a safety protection opening, The lever body further defines a shear opening located on the body portion. As a result, at the fixed position, the shear opening of the lever body is the first body -Engages with the tab portion, and in the non-fixed position, the shear of the lever body The opening is spaced apart from the tab portion, The autoclavable container is located in the safety opening of the first body. It further includes a sealing element that is easily removed, thereby the gap between the fixed position and the non-fixed position. The movement of the bar body causes the shear opening to cut through the fragile sealing element. An autoclavable container according to any one of claims 17 to 22.

24. The fragile sealing element comprises an autoclavable material, as described in claim 23. A scraper-safe container.

25. The fragile sealing element comprises a receiver and a tab, wherein the tab is not removed from the receiver. Autoc A container suitable for refrigeration.

26. An autoclavable container for sterilizing an object, A base including lipstick, A lid configured to engage with the base, Latch assembly and The latch assembly is provided with, A first body fixedly coupled to the lid, the first body extending through the first body A first body that defines the pivot bore, A lever body having a handle portion and a body portion, wherein the body portion The pivot opening and link opening are defined, and the lever body is connected to the first body. A lever body that is connected and can move between a fixed position and an unfixed position, The pivot bore of the first body and the pivot opening of the lever body A pivot shaft positioned within, and the lever around the pivot shaft The pivot movement of the body is facilitated, and the head portion of the pivot shaft is the lever A pivot shaft protruding from the D, A link shaft is positioned within the aforementioned link opening and protruding from there, A clasp body having an interface end and a link end, wherein the link The end is such that the clasp body is pivotably connected to the lever body. A link bore configured to receive the link shaft is defined, and the interface A clasp body and Equipped with, The head portion of the pivot shaft is positioned such that the lever body is in the fixed position. Then, the lever body is separated from the clasp body and is in the fixed position When it pivots away, the lever body pivots further to the non-fixed position. When moving, the head portion moves the interface end of the clasp body towards the be The head portion engages with the clasp body so that it moves away from the clasp. Autoclavable container.

27. The movement of the handle portion for engaging the lid with the base from the non-fixed position The automatic transmission according to claim 26, which is continuous with the pivot of the lever body to the fixed position. A scraper-safe container.

28. Towards the non-fixed position for disengaging the interface end with the lip The pivot of the lever body is for disengaging the lid from the base. The autoc A container suitable for refrigeration.

29. When the lever body pivots between the fixed position and the unfixed position, the lever The lever body is configured such that the ink shaft passes between the pivot shaft and the cover. An autoclavable container according to any one of claims 26 to 28.

30. The latch assembly is positioned on the first body in contact with the lever body. It is positioned to restrict the free movement of the lever body from the non-fixed position and the fixed position. The following is a description of any one of claims 26 to 29, further comprising a stopper assembly for the purpose of preventing movement Autoclavable container.

31. The lever body comprises a front wall and two side walls perpendicular to the front wall, The pivot opening and the link opening are defined in the side wall, and at least one of the side wall The other further defines the recess and the edge, and the recess is the locking position of the lever body. It is configured to engage with the stopper assembly when positioned, and the edge is the When the lever body is in the non-fixed position, it engages with the stopper assembly. An autoclavable container according to claim 30, comprising the configuration described above.

32. The first body comprises a flange extending outward from the lid, and the flange The range has a tab portion that defines a safety protection opening. The lever body further defines a shear opening located on the body portion. As a result, at the fixed position, the shear opening of the lever body is the first body -Engages with the tab portion, and in the non-fixed position, the shear of the lever body The opening is spaced apart from the tab portion, The autoclavable container is located in the safety opening of the first body. It further includes a sealing element that is easily removed, thereby the gap between the fixed position and the non-fixed position. The movement of the bar body causes the shear opening to cut through the fragile sealing element. An autoclavable container according to any one of claims 26 to 31.

33. The fragile sealing element comprises an autoclavable material, as described in claim 32. A scraper-safe container.

34. The fragile sealing element comprises a receiver and a tab, wherein the tab is not removed from the receiver. Autoc A container suitable for refrigeration.

35. An autoclavable container for sterilizing an object, A base including lipstick, A lid configured to engage with the base, Latch assembly and The latch assembly is provided with, A first body fixedly coupled to the lid, the first body extending through the first body A first body that defines the pivot bore, A lever body having a handle portion and a body portion, wherein the body portion The pivot opening and link opening are defined, and the lever body is connected to the first body. A lever body that is connected and can pivot between a fixed position and an unfixed position, The pivot bore of the first body and the pivot opening of the lever body A pivot shaft is positioned within them to facilitate pivoting motion between them, The lever body is positioned within the link opening and is located in the fixed position and the unfixed position. When pivoting between them, the link shaft passes between the pivot shaft and the cover. A link shaft that can move together with the link opening, A clasp body having an interface end and a link end, wherein the link The end is such that the clasp body is pivotably connected to the lever body. A link bore configured to receive the link shaft is defined, and the interface A clasp body, the end of which is configured to engage with the lip of the base, It is positioned on the first body in contact with the lever body, and in the non-fixed position and a movement stopper assembly for restricting the free movement of the lever body from the fixed position Yellowtail and An autoclavable container equipped with the following features.

36. The head portion of the pivot shaft protrudes from the lever body, and the pivot shaft The head portion of the shaft, when the lever body is in the fixed position, the class The lever body is spaced apart from the lever body, and the lever body pivots from the fixed position. When released, the lever body is further pivoted toward the non-fixed position. Therefore, the interface end of the clasp body is moved away from the base. The head portion engages with the clasp body to allow movement, as described in claim 35. Autoclavable container.

37. The movement of the handle portion for engaging the lid with the base from the non-fixed position The pivot of the lever body to the fixed position and continuous with the according to claims 35 and 36. Any autoclavable container as described in item 1.

38. Towards the non-fixed position for disengaging the interface end with the lip The pivot of the lever body is for disengaging the lid from the base. Autoclaved according to any one of claims 35 to 37, which is continuous with the movement of the handle portion. A container that can be used for heating.

39. The clasp body further comprises two side parts, with a pocket defined between them. The side portion extends between the interface end and the link end, and the leverbo A space is provided to receive a portion of the D into the pocket, any of claims 35 to 38 An autoclavable container as described in item 1.

40. The lever body comprises a front wall and two side walls perpendicular to the front wall, The pivot opening and the link opening are defined in the side wall, and at least one of the side wall The other further defines the recess and the edge, and the recess is the locking position of the lever body. It is configured to engage with the stopper assembly when positioned, and the edge is the When the lever body is in the non-fixed position, it engages with the stopper assembly. An autoclavable container according to any one of claims 35 to 39.

41. The first body comprises a flange extending outward from the lid, and the flange The range has a tab portion that defines a safety protection opening. The lever body further defines a shear opening located on the body portion. As a result, at the fixed position, the shear opening of the lever body is the first body -Engages with the tab portion, and in the non-fixed position, the shear of the lever body The opening is spaced apart from the tab portion, The autoclavable container is located in the safety opening of the first body. It further includes a sealing element that is easily removed, thereby the gap between the fixed position and the non-fixed position. The movement of the bar body causes the shear opening to cut through the fragile sealing element. An autoclavable container according to any one of claims 35 to 40.

42. The fragile sealing element comprises an autoclavable material, as described in claim 41. A scraper-safe container.

43. The fragile sealing element comprises a receiver and a tab, wherein the tab is not removed from the receiver. Autoc A container suitable for refrigeration.

44. A method for removing sterile contents stored in an autoclavable container using an aseptic method, The container comprises a base, a lid that can engage with the base, and a fixed coupling to the lid. A first body, a lever body pivotably coupled to the first body, The method includes a latch assembly including a clasp body engaged with the base. but, The handle end of the lever body of the latch assembly is around the circumference of the first body A step to pivot the lever body, which in turn fixes the lever body in place. The lever body moves from the fixed position to the non-fixed position, and the handle end of the lever body moves from the fixed position It is located further from the base in the non-fixed position than in the position where it is fixed, and this Steps in front of the latch assembly with the base of the autoclavable container The engagement of the clasp body is released, and the lever moves from the fixed position to the unfixed position. In response to the pivot of the body, the clasp body of the latch assembly moves to the base Steps are movements that move outward in the direction away from the zone. To provide access to the sterile contents, the base or the clasp body By lifting the handle end of the lever body without touching it, the front The steps include lifting the cover from the base, A step of removing the sterile contents without touching the base. A method that includes this.

45. The base is such that at least some of the sterile contents are placed inside the receptacle. The method according to claim 44, wherein a plurality of receptacles are defined so as to be able to be used.

46. The sterile contents are a wireless rechargeable battery, as described in any one of claims 44 and 45. The method.

47. The base defines a plurality of receptacles, and the wireless rechargeable battery is distributed within the receptacles. The wireless charging system is positioned so that the battery can be held without touching the base. The method according to claim 46, wherein the height of the battery is greater than the depth of the base.

48. An autoclavable container for sterilizing wireless rechargeable batteries, The lid and A base, wherein one of the base and the lid is subjected to the autoc A base and a plurality of openings defined, configured to allow permeation of a raveable container, A removable tray containing metal, wherein the removable tray receives a wireless rechargeable battery. It is configured to take, and by lifting the tray from the base, the electric A removable tray that allows you to remove the pond. Equipped with, The removable tray defines the open periphery, and the removable tray is positioned around and The facility has the aforementioned peripheral opening, and allows the transmission of electromagnetic waves through the opening surrounding the open area. Autoclavable container.

49. The removable tray receives the wireless rechargeable battery, and the removable tray opens A support member defines an adjacent void, and the void is the removable When the battery is removed from the autoclavable container, a portion of the wireless rechargeable battery is removed. A portion of the wireless rechargeable battery is positioned below the support member. An autoclavable container according to claim 48, wherein the dimensions are set as follows.

50. The base is provided with a projection for alignment with the charging bay on the wireless charging device, When the removable tray is placed in the base, the void is The wireless rechargeable battery, which has been received, is positioned directly above the aforementioned protrusion, as described above. When the ray is positioned within the base, it is positioned directly above the projection. The autoclavable container according to claim 49.

51. The base defines a receptacle shaped to receive a wireless rechargeable battery. The receptacle is aligned with the projection, When the removable tray is placed in the base, the void is The wireless rechargeable battery that has been received is to be received by the receptacle, When the removable tray is placed within the base, it is positioned directly above the receptacle. The autoclavable container according to claim 50.

52. The base comprises a polymer material that allows the transmission of electromagnetic waves passing through, as described in claim 51. Autoclavable container.

53. When the removable tray is removed from the base, The removable tray is positioned on the base so that the wireless rechargeable battery can be removed from the base. When removed, it comes into contact with the wireless rechargeable battery received by the removable tray. An autoclavable container according to any one of claims 48 to 52.

54. When the removable tray is removed from the base, the support member is removed. The removable tray is removed from the base so that the rechargeable battery can be removed from the base. When removed, it comes into contact with the wireless rechargeable battery received by the removable tray. an autoclavable container according to any one of claims 49 to 52.

55. The removable tray is equipped with a handle, and the handle is positioned to move the removable tray forward. It can be placed within the base and can be removed from the base. An autoclavable container according to any one of claims 48 to 54.

56. The autoclavable according to any one of claims 48 to 55, wherein the lid includes metal. container.

57. The lid defines a plurality of openings configured to allow the permeation of the lid by a disinfectant. The lid comprises a mount configured to receive a filter that defines a microbial barrier. The autoclavable container according to any one of claims 48 to 56.

58. A system for sterilizing wireless rechargeable batteries, Wireless rechargeable battery, An autoclavable container configured to be placed on top of a wireless charging device, 、 The lid and A base, wherein one of the base and the lid is treated with a disinfectant. A base and define multiple openings configured to allow permeation of a tclaveable container. 、 A removable tray containing metal, wherein the removable tray contains a wireless rechargeable battery. It is configured to receive, and by lifting the tray from the base, it can be moved forward. A removable tray that allows the battery to be removed. An autoclavable container equipped with Equipped with, The removable tray defines the open periphery, and the removable tray is positioned around and The facility has the aforementioned peripheral opening, and allows the transmission of electromagnetic waves through the opening surrounding the open area, A system in which the battery is received in the removable tray.

59. The base is provided with a protrusion, and the wireless charging device is shaped to receive the protrusion. The charging bay is provided, and when the removable tray is placed in the base, the wireless charging The removable tray is positioned such that the battery is located near the opening and directly above the projection. The system according to claim 58, which receives the wirelessly rechargeable battery.

60. The base defines a receptacle shaped to receive a wireless rechargeable battery. The receptacle is aligned with the projection, and the removable tray is positioned within the base. When this happens, the wireless rechargeable battery is positioned near the opening and is received by the receptacle. Claim 59, wherein the removable tray receives the wireless rechargeable battery so that it can be picked up. The system described.

61. A system for sterilizing wireless rechargeable batteries, A wireless rechargeable battery with a bottom surface, An autoclavable container configured to receive the aforementioned wireless rechargeable battery, Lid with a mount configured to receive a filter that defines a microbial barrier. and, A base defining a receptacle shaped to receive a wireless rechargeable battery. In which case, one of the lid and the base is permeable to the lid or base by a disinfectant. A base and define multiple openings configured to allow overflow. An autoclavable container equipped with Equipped with, The receptacle comprises a floor and a standoff extending from the floor, thereby the receptacle The wireless rechargeable battery received by the septacle is placed on the standoff. Furthermore, the area in front of the wireless rechargeable battery is positioned such that a large portion of the bottom surface is exposed to the disinfectant. The bottom surface is spaced apart from the floor to allow for the circulation of the disinfectant directly beneath the wireless rechargeable battery. A system that separates them.

62. The height of the standoff is 4 millimeters or less, and thereby the standoff The aforementioned height is such that a water droplet placed on the floor of the receptacle is at the bottom of the wireless rechargeable battery. The system according to claim 61, which prevents contact with the surface of the part.

63. The wireless rechargeable battery is provided by the receptacle, and the standoffs are provided by at least three standoffs. When received, the bottom surface of the wireless rechargeable battery is the at least three stands The system according to any one of claims 61 and 62, which is in contact with the OFF state.

64. Claim 61, wherein the majority of the bottom surface includes at least 50% of the bottom surface. A system as described in any one of item 63.

65. Claim 61, wherein the majority of the bottom surface includes at least 75% of the bottom surface. A system as described in any one of item 64.

66. Claim 61, wherein the majority of the bottom surface includes at least 90% of the bottom surface. A system as described in any one of item 65.

67. The lid retains heat after the autoclavable container has been removed from the sterilizer. The container is configured to facilitate drying of the contents of the autoclavable container, 1 W / (m) at 98 Kelvin ＊ Claims include a metal having a thermal conductivity greater than K. The system described in any one of paragraphs 61 to 66.

68. The aforementioned lid has a rating of 10 W / (m²) at 298 Kelvin. ＊ Having a thermal conductivity greater than K, The system according to any one of claims 61 to 67.

69. A lid and a base including a receptacle shaped to receive a wireless rechargeable battery, From at least one of the floor of the receptacle and the bottom surface of the wireless rechargeable battery Sterilize the wireless rechargeable battery in an autoclavable container including an extendable standoff. It is a method, The standoff is positioned so that the bottom surface of the wireless rechargeable battery is on the floor of the receptacle. The wireless rechargeable battery is placed at an interval from the receiver of the autoclavable container. Steps to be placed inside the takl, The steps include placing the autoclavable container inside the autoclave, The steps include wirelessly charging the battery through the autoclavable container, The autoclavable container such that most of the bottom surface of the battery is exposed to the disinfectant and the step of sterilizing the battery A method that includes this.

70. The lid is rated at 1 W / (m²) at 298 Kelvin. ＊ A metal having a thermal conductivity greater than K Including, and therefore the method, using the lid, the autoclavable container is a sterilizer After removal, heat is applied to facilitate drying of the contents of the autoclavable container. The method according to claim 69, comprising the step of holding.

71. The three standoffs are located at the base of the receptacle and the bottom of the wireless rechargeable battery, respectively. Extending from at least one of the surfaces, and therefore the method, with three standoffs in front The bottom surface of the wireless rechargeable battery is positioned so as to be spaced apart from the floor of the receptacle. Steps to place the wireless rechargeable battery inside the receptacle of the autoclavable container. The method according to any one of claims 69 and 70, including the part.

72. The height of the standoff is 4 millimeters or less, and therefore the method is When a water droplet placed on the floor of the septacle comes into contact with the bottom surface of the wireless rechargeable battery The method according to any one of claims 69 to 71, comprising the step of preventing the following.

73. The surface of more than 75% of the bottom surface of the battery is exposed to the disinfectant. Sterilizing an autoclavable container and the battery, any one of claims 69 to 72 Methods used.

74. The aforementioned base allows the transmission of electromagnetic waves passing through, and also allows glass temperatures higher than 140 degrees Celsius. The polymer material has a temperature transfer property, and therefore the method transmits electromagnetic waves through the base. The step of wirelessly charging the battery through the autoclavable container by doing so. The method according to any one of claims 69 to 73, including the method described in any one of claims 69 to 73.

75. Polymerization autoclavable for sterilizing wireless rechargeable batteries with improved drying properties. It is a functional container, The lid and A base comprising a polymer material that allows the transmission of electromagnetic waves passing through, and above 140 degrees Celsius The textured interior exhibits a high glass transition temperature and a water contact angle of less than 45 degrees. A base having a surface Equipped with, At least one of the base and the lid is subjected to the autoclave with a disinfectant. A polymerization autoclave defines multiple openings configured to allow permeation of the container. Possible container.

76. The textured inner surface exhibits a water contact angle of less than 40 degrees, according to claim 75. Polymerization autoclavable container.

77. Claims 75 to 76, wherein the textured inner surface exhibits a water contact angle of less than 30 degrees. A polymerization autoclavable container as described in any one of the items.

78. Claims 75 to 77, wherein the textured inner surface exhibits a water contact angle of less than 20 degrees. A polymerization autoclavable container as described in any one of the items.

79. Polymerization according to any one of claims 75 to 78, wherein the base comprises the polymerization material. Autoclavable container.

80. The textured inner surface is higher than 2 micrometers and also 4 micrometers. A roughness profile comprising an arithmetic mean height (Ra) less than a meter, as claimed in claim 75. A polymerization autoclavable container as described in any one of items 79.

81. The aforementioned textured inner surface is higher than 20 micrometers, and also 30 micrometers. A roughness profile comprising a maximum height (Rz) lower than chromate, as claimed in claim 75. A polymerization autoclavable container as described in any one of items 80.

82. A system for sterilizing wireless rechargeable batteries, A wireless rechargeable battery with a bottom surface, An autoclavable container configured to receive the aforementioned wireless rechargeable battery, The lid and A base defining a receptacle shaped to receive a wireless rechargeable battery and An autoclavable container equipped with Equipped with, One of the base and the lid is autoclavable with a disinfectant. Define multiple openings configured to allow permeability of the container, The receptacle comprises a floor and a standoff extending from the floor, thereby The wireless rechargeable battery received by the receptacle is placed on the standoff. The wireless charging power is placed so that a large portion of the bottom surface is exposed to the disinfectant. The bottom surface of the pond is designed to allow the circulation of the disinfectant directly beneath the wireless rechargeable battery. At a distance from each other, The surface of the receptacle has a textured finish that shows a water contact angle of less than 45 degrees. Equipped with a surface, system.

83. The lid retains heat after the autoclavable container has been removed from the sterilizer. The container is configured to facilitate drying of the contents of the autoclavable container, 1 W / (m) at 98 Kelvin ＊ Claims include a metal having a thermal conductivity greater than K. The system described in 82.

84. The aforementioned lid has a rating of 10 W / (m²) at 298 Kelvin. ＊ Having a thermal conductivity greater than K, The system according to any one of claims 82 and 83.

85. The textured surface of the floor of the receptacle To prevent water droplets placed on the floor from coming into contact with the bottom surface of the wireless rechargeable battery, 2 micro Roughness including an arithmetic mean height (Ra) greater than a meter and less than 4 micrometers The system according to any one of claims 82 to 84, comprising a profile.

86. The textured surface of the floor of the receptacle To prevent water droplets placed on the floor from coming into contact with the bottom surface of the wireless rechargeable battery, 20 microphones are used. Roughness including a maximum height (Rz) higher than 30 micrometers and lower than 30 micrometers. A system according to any one of claims 82 to 85, comprising a profile.

87. The height of the standoff is 4 millimeters or less, and thereby the standoff The aforementioned height is such that a water droplet placed on the floor of the receptacle is at the bottom of the wireless rechargeable battery. The system according to any one of claims 82 to 86, which prevents contact with the surface of the part.

88. The aforementioned base allows the transmission of electromagnetic waves passing through, and also allows glass temperatures higher than 140 degrees Celsius. The system according to any one of claims 82 to 87, comprising a polymerization material having a temperature transfer property.

89. The system according to claim 82, wherein the base is injection molded.

90. Claim 88, wherein the base is made of the polymer material that allows the transmission of electromagnetic waves passing through it. The system described.

91. Claim 88, wherein the polymer material that allows the transmission of electromagnetic waves passing through is a plastic. A system as described in any one of the items in item 90.

92. The base has a projection that aligns with the receptacle, and the wireless charging device has the projection A charging bay shaped to receive power, any one of claims 82 to 91 The system described in the section.

93. A wireless device equipped with a first antenna configured to transmit electromagnetic waves for supplying charging power. The wireless rechargeable battery is further configured to receive electromagnetic waves, further comprising a charging device. It has two antennas, the receptacle receives the wireless rechargeable battery, and the O When the traclavable container is placed on the wireless charging device, the first antenna The first antenna is positioned in the charging bay such that the second antenna is aligned with the first antenna. The system according to any one of claims 82 to 92.

94. The height of the standoff exceeds 10% from the first antenna to the second antenna. A system according to any one of claims 82 to 93 that allows the transmission of electromagnetic waves at an efficient rate. Tem.

95. The height of the standoff exceeds 25% from the first antenna to the second antenna. A system according to any one of claims 82 to 94 that allows the transmission of electromagnetic waves at an efficient rate. Tem.

96. The height of the standoff exceeds 50% from the first antenna to the second antenna. A system according to any one of claims 82 to 95 that allows the transmission of electromagnetic waves at an efficient rate. Tem.

97. The height of the standoff exceeds 75% of the distance from the first antenna to the second antenna. A system according to any one of claims 82 to 96 that allows the transmission of electromagnetic waves at an efficient rate. Tem.

98. A system for sterilizing wireless rechargeable batteries, A charging bay, and a device located within the charging bay that transmits electromagnetic waves to supply charging power. A wireless charging device having a first antenna configured as follows, Wireless charging with housing and a second antenna configured to receive electromagnetic waves. A type of battery, An autoclavable container configured to receive the aforementioned wireless rechargeable battery, It allows the transmission of electromagnetic waves passing through and has a glass transition temperature higher than 140 degrees Celsius. A base comprising a polymerizing material, shaped to receive the wireless rechargeable battery. The base that defines the receptacle An autoclavable container equipped with Equipped with, At least one of the base and the housing of the wireless rechargeable battery is The receptacle receives the wireless rechargeable battery, and the autoclavable container is When placed on the wireless charging device, the first antenna and the second antenna The wireless rechargeable battery is configured to be aligned within the receptacle so that the elements are aligned. A system with defined alignment features.

99. The base comprises the alignment features and internal surface, The receptacle is located below the internal surface, and the internal surface and the It has walls positioned between the floors, and the interior surface is generally parallel to the floor, The alignment feature extends between the floor and the internal surface. The system according to claim 98.

100. The housing of the wireless rechargeable battery, the receptacle receiving the wireless rechargeable battery Furthermore, when the autoclavable container is placed on top of the wireless charging device... The first antenna and the second antenna are aligned, and the base is positioned such that the base is aligned. The system according to claim 99, which makes contact with feature characteristics.

101. The alignment feature is inclined downward from the inner surface to the floor. The system according to any one of claims 99 and 100.

102. The wireless rechargeable battery has a battery alignment feature, and the battery alignment feature is Protruding from the housing of the wireless rechargeable battery, The battery alignment features of the wireless rechargeable battery and the alignment of the base A feature is that the receptacle receives the wireless rechargeable battery, and the autoclave When the container is placed on the wireless charging device, the first antenna and the The two antennas work together to align. The system according to any one of claims 99 to 101.

103. The wireless rechargeable battery has the alignment feature, and the alignment feature is wireless The rechargeable battery protrudes from the housing as described in any one of claims 99 to 102. The system.

104. The alignment feature of the wireless rechargeable battery is that the receptacle is the wireless rechargeable battery The pond is received, and the autoclavable container is placed on top of the wireless charging device. When the first antenna and the second antenna are aligned, the receptor A system according to any one of claims 99 to 103, which makes contact with a ru.

105. The base has the alignment features, The receptacle comprises a floor and a standoff extending from the floor, The alignment feature extends between the floor of the receptacle and the standoff. The system according to claim 98.

106. The wireless rechargeable battery is placed inside the receptacle, and the first antenna and If the second antenna is not aligned, the wireless rechargeable battery will not perform the alignment function The alignment feature is in contact with the first antenna and the second antenna. Align them, and ensure that the wireless rechargeable battery no longer comes into contact with the alignment features. The wireless rechargeable battery is configured to be aligned within the receptacle, claim 1 The system described in 05.

107. The alignment feature extends between the vertex of the standoff and the floor, and the alignment A feature is that the standoff is sloped downward from its apex to the floor. The system described in either item 105 or 106.

108. It has multiple standoffs and multiple alignment features, and each alignment feature is The receptacle extends between the floor and the corresponding standoff, claims 105 to 10 The system described in any one of item 7.

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