Central Database for Medical Device Configuration Data
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Solution Overview
Problem
In the medical technology field, existing systems fail to provide accurate and transparent configuration data for medical devices due to deviations from manufacturer databases caused by resales, modifications, and the use of third-party components, making it difficult for manufacturers and users to exchange information and identify suitable devices for specific examinations.
Innovation Solution
A central, multi-manufacturer database connected via a software interface allows role-specific access, enabling operators, manufacturers, and end-users to input, access, and share configuration data, with features for data protection and incentives for keeping data current, facilitating device compatibility and market analysis.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If a manufacturer-specific database is used to store device configuration data, then data accuracy is maintained for devices under manufacturer control, but transparency and accessibility for multi-manufacturer devices and end users deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a universal database system that serves multiple manufacturers and user roles (operators, end users, manufacturers) through a common platform. The database structure accommodates diverse device configurations from different manufacturers while maintaining standardized data formats, enabling multi-functionality across the medical device ecosystem.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces an intermediary layer between manufacturer-specific device data and user access needs. This intermediary database system translates and standardizes configuration data from various manufacturers into a unified format, mediating between the diversity of device configurations and the need for standardized access by operators and end users.
2Adaptability or versatility
If device configurations are allowed to be modified through resales and third-party components, then device adaptability and functionality are improved, but data accuracy and reliability in manufacturer databases deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements feedback mechanisms where device configuration data is continuously updated and synchronized between the universal database and actual device states. Operators and manufacturers can update configuration information, and these updates are reflected in real-time across the system, ensuring the database remains accurate despite device modifications, resales, or third-party component integration.
3Loss of information
If comprehensive configuration data is made accessible to all users, then transparency and information exchange are improved, but data protection and security deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements role-specific access rights where different user groups (operators, end users, manufacturers) have tailored access permissions based on their needs. Operators can access and exchange configuration data with other operators, end users can search for suitable devices, and manufacturers can access their own device data, while preventing unauthorized access to sensitive information. This local quality approach provides transparency where needed while maintaining security through differentiated access control.
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AI summary
A system for detection, administration and/or evaluation of configuration data describing the hardware or software configuration of different (in particular medical technology) devices has a central database (in particular manufacturer-spanning central database) the configuration data stored therein, which is connected to a network (in particular the Internet via at least one software unit (fashioned as a programming interface and/or Internet platform), which enables a role-specific access to the database via role-based interfaces. An operator role and/or an end user role (in particular a referrer and/or patient role) and/or a manufacturer role are provided as roles.