Integrated Analyte Sensor Connector for Stable Electrical Contact
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current analyte detection devices are bulky and complex, leading to user discomfort and potential data loss due to easy disruption, as they lack a compact internal structure and efficient electrical connection mechanism.
Innovation Solution
A highly integrated analyte detection device with a connection member that combines conductive and insulation areas, reducing internal complexity and size by ensuring simultaneous conduction and insulation, and featuring an elastic design for improved electrical contact and reliability.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If the detection device uses separate conductive and insulation components, then electrical connection reliability is improved, but device complexity and volume increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines separate conductive and insulation components into a single integrated connection member. This connection member includes both conductive regions for electrical connection and insulation regions for electrical isolation, eliminating the need for multiple discrete components and reducing overall device complexity while maintaining reliable electrical connections.
Solution Approach 2:
The connection member serves multiple functions simultaneously: it provides electrical conduction through its conductive regions, electrical insulation through its insulation regions, and mechanical connection between the sensor and transmitter. This multi-functional design reduces the number of components needed and simplifies the internal structure.
2Reliability
If the detection device uses multiple separate components for conduction and insulation, then electrical connection stability is improved, but device volume increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple separate components (conductive elements and insulation elements) into a single integrated connection member. This integration significantly reduces the space required for housing these components while maintaining their functional effectiveness, thereby reducing overall device volume.
Solution Approach 2:
The connection member is designed with conductive and insulation regions nested within a single structural unit. The insulation regions are positioned between conductive regions within the same component, creating a compact nested arrangement that minimizes volume while ensuring proper electrical isolation and conduction.
3Ease of operation
If the detection device uses a compact design, then user comfort and mobility are improved, but electrical connection reliability may deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The integrated connection member maintains reliable electrical connections through its carefully designed conductive regions while occupying minimal space. The insulation regions ensure proper electrical isolation without adding bulk, enabling the device to remain compact while preserving connection reliability.
Solution Approach 2:
The connection member employs thin film or flexible structural designs that allow for compact packaging while maintaining effective electrical conduction and insulation. This enables the device to achieve a compact form factor suitable for wearable applications without compromising connection reliability.
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 device achieves a more compact and reliable structure, enhancing user experience by minimizing disruption and ensuring stable electrical connections, thus improving integration and reducing the risk of data loss.
Implementation Method 1
The connection member simultaneously performs conduction and insulation, reducing the complexity of internal structure in the device
Implementation Method 2
the insulation area is provided between two adjacent conductive areas
Data Source
AI summary
A highly integrated analyte detection device, includes: a bottom case; a sensor including a signal output portion and a detection portion; a transmitter provided with at least two second electrical connection ends which are corresponding to the first electrical connection ends; and a connection member, arranged between the first electrical connection ends and the second electrical connection ends, including at least two conductive areas and at least one insulation area. The insulation area is provided between two adjacent conductive areas, and at least two first electrical connection ends are respectively electrically connected to the corresponding second electrical connection ends.