Automated Blood Analysis Device with Replaceable Module
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Solution Overview
Problem
Home-based blood parameter analysis without medical supervision often results in reduced effectiveness of therapy due to insufficient control over results and lack of repeatability at specified intervals.
Innovation Solution
A device with a moveable replaceable module equipped with puncturing and analysis means, an electronic control module, and wireless communication, allowing automated blood sampling and analysis within the device, eliminating user contact and enabling remote monitoring and timely treatment adjustments.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If automated blood sampling and analysis is implemented, then monitoring effectiveness is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The device is divided into distinct functional modules: a replaceable module containing puncturing means and analysis means, a drive mechanism, and an electronic control module. This segmentation allows the complex automated functions to be distributed across separate components, making the overall system more manageable while maintaining high monitoring effectiveness through integrated operation of these modules.
Solution Approach 2:
The device performs automated blood sampling and analysis without requiring user intervention during the critical measurement process. The puncturing means automatically penetrates the skin, the drive mechanism transports the blood sample, and the analysis means conducts the measurement, all controlled by the electronic control module. This self-service capability ensures reliable monitoring while the modular design keeps complexity manageable.
2Ease of repair
If replaceable modules are used, then ease of maintenance is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The replaceable module is designed as a self-contained unit with puncturing means, analysis means, and associated components that can be easily detached and replaced. This segmentation isolates the complex analytical functions into a single replaceable package, making maintenance simple (just replace the module) while the overall device complexity is managed through this modular architecture.
Solution Approach 2:
The replaceable module is designed to be discarded after use or after a certain number of measurements, eliminating the need for complex repair procedures. The electronic control module retains memory of performed measurements, preserving valuable data even when the physical module is replaced. This approach simplifies maintenance to a simple replacement action while managing complexity through data preservation.
3Measurement precision
If automated puncturing and analysis is performed, then measurement precision is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The automated system performs puncturing, sample transport, and analysis without user intervention, eliminating variables introduced by manual operation. The electronic control module precisely controls the timing and sequence of operations, ensuring consistent measurement conditions that improve precision. The modular design manages the inherent complexity by separating control functions from the replaceable measurement module.
Solution Approach 2:
The electronic control module receives signals from the analysis means and processes the measurement results, potentially adjusting subsequent measurements or alerting users to abnormal values. This feedback mechanism ensures high measurement precision by maintaining consistent operational parameters and providing quality control, while the modular architecture manages the complexity of the control system.
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AI summary
The invention relates to a device (1) for collection and analysis of blood parameters that can be used at home without the presence of medical personnel. The device (1) for collection and analysis blood parameters includes a housing (2) with an entrance opening (4), inside which there is a drive (8) connected to a replaceable module (6) equipped with puncturing means (11) and analyzing blood parameters means (12). Inside the housing (2) there is also an electronic control module (7), which is equipped with a communication module (7'). The replaceable module (6) is mounted in the housing (2) moveably and is connected with the drive (8). At the same time, in the replaceable module (6) at least two segments (6a, 6b, 6c, 6d) can be distinguished, each of which is equipped with a moveable diaphragm (10) and thereto assigned puncturing means (11) and analyzing parameters blood means (12), as well as the terminal (13) connecting the analyzing blood parameters means (12) with the electronic control module (7).