Implantable Device Container Positioning Well for Wireless Interference Reduction
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing systems face interference issues during wireless communication with implantable medical devices, particularly when these devices are positioned near conductive surfaces, which can disrupt signal transmission and reception.
Innovation Solution
A container system is designed to hold and orient implantable medical devices at a selected distance from conductive surfaces, using a tray with a positioning well and a resilient support member to maintain communication by positioning the device's antenna away from interfering objects, allowing for both manual and automatic movement of the device while maintaining connectivity.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If the implantable device is positioned near conductive surfaces for implantation procedures, then the device is accessible for implantation and programming, but wireless communication is disrupted due to signal interference
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a positioning well with resilient support members as an intermediary structure between the implantable device and the conductive container surface. This intermediary maintains a specific spacing distance that prevents direct contact with interfering surfaces while keeping the device accessible for implantation procedures.
Solution Approach 2:
The positioning well is pre-configured within the container to automatically position the implantable device at an optimal distance from conductive surfaces when the device is placed in the container. This preliminary positioning action ensures communication reliability is maintained before any implantation or programming operations begin.
2Stability of the object's composition
If the implantable device is held close to the container surface for stability, then the device is securely positioned, but interference from conductive surfaces disrupts wireless transmissions
Solution Approach 1:
The positioning well provides localized support only at specific points, allowing the device to be stable while maintaining a gap over the conductive surface. The resilient support members create localized contact points that provide stability without creating continuous conductive contact that would cause interference.
Solution Approach 2:
The solution moves the problem from a two-dimensional surface contact issue to a three-dimensional spacing solution. By introducing vertical spacing through the positioning well and resilient members, the device is elevated above the conductive surface, eliminating interference while maintaining horizontal stability.
3Reliability
If the device is manually repositioned to maintain communication, then connectivity can be restored, but the procedure becomes more complex and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The positioning well with resilient support members provides self-positioning functionality. When the implantable device is placed in the container, it automatically positions itself at the correct distance from conductive surfaces without requiring manual adjustment by the operator, thereby maintaining connectivity without adding procedural complexity.
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AI summary
Disclosed is a system for reducing or eliminating interference during communication. Disclosed is a system to position an implantable medical device at an orientation or position to reduce or eliminate interference. Therefore, a communication may be maintained with the IMD over a selected period of time.