Compact Power Pack for Surgical Devices
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current power consoles for surgical devices are expensive, bulky, and complex, making them unsuitable for cost-sensitive and space-constrained medical settings, and there is a need for a more reliable and efficient power supply solution.
Innovation Solution
A compact and portable power pack with an AC power connector, rectification and filtering unit, controlling unit, medical device connector, connection signal light, suction console connector, footswitch connector, ground bond testing connector, and RF energy output connector, which detects and adapts to connected medical devices, providing reliable power and easy setup.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a power console is used to provide adequate power for surgical devices, then the power supply reliability is improved, but the device size and cost increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple functions (power supply, control, footswitch interface, RF energy output) into a single integrated power pack unit, eliminating the need for separate power consoles and reducing overall system size while maintaining reliability
Solution Approach 2:
The power pack is designed to support multiple surgical device types and functions through a universal interface, including motorized handpieces, RF energy delivery, and footswitch control, replacing the need for device-specific power consoles
2Stability of the object's composition
If a power console is used to ensure adequate power, then the power supply stability is improved, but the setup complexity and cost increase
Solution Approach 1:
The power pack includes automatic device detection and configuration capabilities, where the controlling unit automatically identifies connected medical devices and configures appropriate power and control parameters, eliminating manual setup complexity while maintaining stable power delivery
Solution Approach 2:
The system employs feedback mechanisms where the controlling unit monitors device connection status, power requirements, and operational parameters, automatically adjusting settings to maintain stable power supply without requiring complex manual configuration
3Power
If a bulky power console is used to provide sufficient power, then the power output capability is improved, but the ease of operation in constrained spaces deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The power delivery system is segmented into a compact power pack that can be positioned close to the surgical site, with power transmission through standardized connectors, enabling high power output in a space-efficient configuration that facilitates operation in constrained medical environments
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 power pack provides consistent and reliable power to various surgical devices, reducing costs and complexity, making it suitable for cost-sensitive and space-constrained medical settings while ensuring efficient operation and safety.
Implementation Method 1
a rectification and filtering unit
Implementation Method 2
a rectification and filtering unit
Data Source
AI summary
Provided is a power pack comprising an AC power connector configured to be connectable to an outside AC power source; a rectification and filtering unit configured to be in electronic communication with the AC power connector; a controlling unit; and a medical device connector configured to be connectable to a medical device, the medical device connector configured to be in electronic communication with the controlling unit, wherein the power pack is configured to be capable of detecting a connection of the medical device with the power pack and also capable of demonstrating the connection through an outside indicator disposed on the exterior of the power pack once the medical device is connected to the power pack through the medical device connector.