Spinal Electrodes TRIZ Cases

See how electrospun nanofiber substrates with 0.1-10 MPa elastic modulus match neural tissue pr

See how electrospun polyimide nanofibers with inkjet-printed conductive ink resolve mechanical

See how electrospun nanofiber substrates match neural tissue stiffness to reduce mechanical mis

See how electrospun nanofiber substrates match neural tissue stiffness to reduce glial scarring

See how polythiophene and carbon nanotube composite coatings resolve the conductivity-biocompat

Integrated conductive traces in a monolithic thin-film lead cut connector failures and fractures in deep brain implants.

Opposed wire winding and a straight anchor improve stimulation lead fracture resistance while keeping withdrawal force controlled for easier removal.

Segmented percutaneous stimulation and breakaway lead connections target deep nerves with less pain, fatigue, and surgical burden.

Renewable electrodes and polarity-switched ion current maintain direct current nerve block, suppressing pain signals without paresthesia.

A compressible implant folds for insertion through small incisions, then expands in the implant pocket to reduce tissue damage while preserving function.

Mid-field RF power drives implanted hypoglossal nerve electrodes to keep the upper airway open with less invasive sleep apnea treatment.

Rotatable diametrically magnetized magnets and post-weld liquid filling reduce MRI torque, demagnetization, and weld boiling in cochlear implants.

An external coil and injectable field concentrator enable precise neural stimulation without implanted wires or diffuse skin-electrode effects.

An anchored percutaneous lead connector stabilizes nerve stimulation leads during bandage removal while keeping electrical contact secure.

A hardware charge monitor detects unsafe electrode charge and stabilizes closed-loop neurostimulation when software faults or posture changes disrupt control.

Low-frequency ultrasound and triboelectric harvesting power adaptive nerve stimulation without battery replacement or separate sensing leads.

Pressing aligned annular electrodes onto a sheathed wire strips insulation locally and forms a robust implantable lead connection without welding or crimping.

Ultrasound triboelectric harvesting replaces implant batteries while multi-band antennas and shielding enable real-time neurostimulation control.

Midfield wireless coupling powers sleep apnea implants through tissue with smaller antennas, avoiding bulky coils, batteries, and leads.

An external coil and injectable concentrator focus induced fields at a neural target, improving stimulation precision without implanted wires.

A series switch detunes the implant coil during OFF periods to limit heat and high voltage while maintaining efficient wireless battery charging.

Wireless power and data transfer shrink implanted nerve stimulators, reducing implantation invasiveness and battery replacement surgery.

A garment-held midfield transmitter uses evanescent field shaping and dielectric spacing to improve implant power transfer and positioning.

Optical fiber coupling in a percutaneous SCS lead stabilizes reflectometry signals while reducing erosion and recharge delays.

Angled deflectable fingers let a medical lead contact fit varying diameters while lowering insertion force and maintaining stable contact pressure.

A percutaneous lead and breakaway connection enable targeted peripheral nerve stimulation with less pain, fatigue, and clinical supervision.

Spring-biased conductive balls cut insertion friction and misalignment while maintaining stable electrical contact in implantable lead connectors.

Porous electrochemically activated reduced graphene oxide lowers neural electrode impedance while supporting stable, biocompatible chronic stimulation and recording.

Wireless power and external control shrink pain neuromodulation implants, improve nerve targeting, and avoid battery replacement surgery.

Anchoring structures in a thin-film electrode assembly improve overmold adhesion, reduce delamination, and preserve flexibility for stable stimulation.

Segmented conductive contacts, openings, and straps improve nerve cuff bonding and flexibility for stable hypoglossal nerve stimulation.

Integral routing features in a flexible substrate secure and orient conductors in medical leads without added clips or adhesives.

Midfield coupling transfers power and data to deep implants with smaller external coils and compact harvesters than nearfield systems.

Wireless magnetic-resonance power drives electrical stimulation in a porous spinal cage to speed bone fusion without sacrificing vertebral support.

Integral routing features in a flexible substrate align and secure lead conductors, reducing shorting risk and assembly complexity.

Switching between fullwave and halfwave rectification improves wireless charging of deep implants while limiting heat buildup.

Extending conductive filaments beyond the distal electrode shifts MRI wave reflection away from the tip to reduce lead heating and tissue damage.

Mid-field RF power drives implanted electrodes to stimulate the hypoglossal nerve, keeping the airway open with less discomfort than CPAP or surgery.

A sealed sleeve is pressed around lead wires to create a hermetic electrical contact that prevents conductor leakage and simplifies implantable lead assembly.

Sense-coil feedback detects implant charger misalignment and adjusts magnetic field power to improve charging efficiency and limit overheating.

An integrated silica-gel connector locks the lead inside the extension wire, improving sealing and connection stability without extra sealing steps.

A deflectable contact finger self-centers varying lead sizes, lowering insertion force while maintaining stable electrical contact pressure.

A rotational electrical coupling lets implantable leads rotate without cable tangling or signal noise, supporting continuous electrode positioning.

Pre-cut routing holes in a flexible substrate position medical device conductors without adhesives or clips, reducing assembly time and shorting risk.

A dual charge pump combines coarse voltage multiplication with fine regulation to match stimulation amplitude and cut implant power loss.

Ultrasonic commands replace RF links to operate implantable devices deeper in tissue with less heating and smaller form factors.

Sense coils detect implant position and let an external IMD charger adjust magnetic power and frequency for faster, lower-power charging.

Layered liquid crystal polymer connectors bury traces and form aligned contact grids for dense neural interfaces with reliable, replaceable connections.

Crimped conductive members and flexible layered contacts improve nerve cuff adhesion and bending, reducing delamination and fatigue.

Integrated T-shaped tabs lock silicone molding to a polyimide thin film, improving adhesion, flexibility, and resistance to delamination.

Optical reflectometry and secure ferrule alignment improve SCS lead coupling, stabilize signals, and support dynamic current modulation.

A layered flexible electrode uses 3D protrusions to conform to curved tissue, improving contact while lowering stimulation current and tissue damage.

An angled blade contact and lead anchor secure percutaneous nerve stimulation leads, reducing dislodgment and improving comfort.

Compliant layers between piezoelectric stacks boost low-frequency power output and preserve mechanical properties for implant loading.

External ultrasound powers a porous polymer nerve wrap to stimulate nerves without batteries or lead wires, reducing implant size and surgery burden.

A skin-mounted carrier keeps the external charger aligned for magnetic coupling, enabling easier non-invasive recharging of implanted neurostimulators.

An adapter matrix bridges neurostimulators and nonstandard leads to stabilize electrode contact and reduce sacral nerve lead repositioning.

Platinum dendrite grooves expand neural electrode surface area to lower impedance and support denser, higher-resolution stimulation.

A coil around the processor core uses vias and discrete elements to separate voltages, enabling multi-band communication and wireless power in less space.

Spacing the implant receiver coil from a lossy housing improves wireless charging efficiency while preserving a low-profile neuromodulation form factor.

Capacitor-resistor coupling dissipates MRI RF energy between implant lead filaments to reduce heating, interference, and tissue damage.

Microneedles harvest neural-cell energy into a capacitor stack, enabling precise stimulation without battery replacement or lead-related infection risk.

Multiple electrode combinations are matched to signal templates to locate brain activity and retune stimulation as leads shift over time.

A sheath-guided dilator collapses lead fixation elements, then a trephine cuts surrounding tissue for safer electrode lead removal.

Real-time pelvic floor sensing helps verify stimulation placement and identify responsive patients in urinary and fecal incontinence treatment.

An FPCB scaffold with free spaces lets a catheter keep signal integrity and stability while improving bendability and resisting kinking.

Electrical stimulation and muscle-response sensing track nerve thresholds across sessions to guide decompression and pain decisions.

A lumen needle with electrode-aligned openings enables direct hypoglossal lead placement, reducing open surgery, tool count, and implantation time.

Adjustable implantable pulse generator settings shorten hypoglossal nerve stimulation acclimation while maintaining airway patency in OSA.

Electrical pulses to the spinal cord prevent bronchoconstriction, offering drug-free asthma and COPD control with fewer side effects.

Multiple IPGs and precise dura electrode placement enable coordinated activation of separate muscle groups for walking-related movement.

Body-map input and translation algorithms link patient pain locations to dermatomes and electrode positions, cutting trial-and-error programming.

Integrated ENG monitoring and energy delivery in a renal artery catheter enables targeted nerve modulation and measurable treatment response.

A side-port epidural implant approach places stimulation lead electrodes at the dorsal root ganglion to improve pain coverage while minimizing paresthesia.

Multiple stimulation energy supplies deliver concurrent and balancing pulses to replace large DC-blocking capacitors and simplify charge control.