Analyte Sensor Connection Structure for Reliable Transmitter Removal
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current analyte detection devices for diabetes management are complex, bulky, and prone to electrical connection issues during disassembly or replacement, leading to data loss and safety risks.
Innovation Solution
A compact analyte detection device design featuring a transmitter with clamps and an elastic member that contacts the signal output end, allowing for reliable electrical connections and easy disassembly without damaging conductive parts, using multiple conductive and insulating areas within the elastic member to enhance connection stability.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Volume of moving object
If the detection device uses a compact design with integrated electrical connections, then the device volume is reduced and structure is simplified, but the electrical connection reliability deteriorates when disassembling or replacing components
Solution Approach 1:
The electrical connection structure is segmented into a fixed first clamp part integrated with the sensor and a movable second clamp part on the transmitter. This segmentation allows the transmitter to be disassembled and replaced independently without affecting the sensor's electrical connections, resolving the contradiction between compact design and connection reliability during maintenance operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The elastic member acts as an intermediary between the signal output end and the second clamp part. It provides a flexible electrical connection path that maintains contact during normal operation but allows separation when the transmitter is removed, enabling both compact integration and reliable disassembly.
2Ease of operation
If the transmitter is made easily disassemblable for user convenience, then the ease of operation is improved, but the conductive parts may be damaged leading to data loss
Solution Approach 1:
The electrical connection system is divided into fixed and movable clamp parts. The fixed first clamp part remains attached to the sensor while the movable second clamp part travels with the transmitter. This allows users to easily disassemble the transmitter without risking damage to the sensor's conductive parts, maintaining both ease of operation and data integrity.
Solution Approach 2:
The design anticipates potential damage to conductive parts during disassembly by structurally protecting them. The fixed first clamp part and its integrated electrical connections are designed to remain undamaged during the normal disassembly process, cushioning against the harmful effect of potential damage and ensuring data integrity.
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple electrical connection points are provided for sensor integration, then the adaptability is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The elastic member with its conductive and insulating areas serves multiple functions simultaneously: it provides electrical connection, electrical insulation, and mechanical flexibility. This multi-functionality allows the device to adapt to different sensor configurations without adding proportional complexity, as one component performs multiple roles in the electrical connection system.
Solution Approach 2:
Multiple electrical connection functions are merged into the integrated elastic member structure. The conductive areas provide electrical pathways while insulating areas prevent interference, all within a single flexible component. This merging reduces the number of separate parts needed, maintaining adaptability while controlling overall complexity.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The solution improves the reliability of electrical connections, reduces data loss, and enhances user experience by simplifying the device structure and preventing conductive part damage during disassembly.
Implementation Method 1
An elastic member, wherein the signal output end contacts the elastic member
Data Source
AI summary
A high-reliability analyte detection device, includes: a bottom shell ; a sensor, with the sensor being assembled on the bottom shell, the sensor including a signal output end and a detection end, wherein the signal output end is provided with at least two mutually insulated first electrical connection areas, and the signal output end is curved or bent toward the bottom surface of the bottom shell; a transmitter, with the transmitter and the bottom shell being engaged with each other, and the transmitter being provided with at least two mutually insulated second electrical connection areas which correspond to the first electrical connection areas, wherein the first electrical connection areas are electrically connected to the corresponding second electrical connection areas; and an elastic member, with the signal output end being in contact with the elastic member.