RF Telemetry for Medical Device Data Transfer
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current medical devices for diabetes management, such as insulin pumps and glucose sensors, lack efficient and accurate methods for data transfer and communication between devices, which is crucial for optimal functionality and patient care.
Innovation Solution
A medical system and method that enables controlled data transfer between medical devices using a telemetry system for wireless communication, specifically RF communication, which is activated by a physiological parameter like blood glucose concentration, ensuring the quality and accuracy of the data exchanged.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of information
If wireless telemetry communication is implemented between medical devices, then data transfer capability is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a telemetry system as an intermediary communication mechanism between the glucose sensor and insulin pump. This mediator enables wireless data transfer without requiring direct complex integration between the devices, thus improving data transfer capability while managing device complexity through modular architecture.
Solution Approach 2:
The medical device system is designed with multi-functional capabilities, where devices can serve multiple purposes (glucose monitoring, insulin delivery, wireless communication). This universality reduces the need for separate dedicated components for each function, thereby improving data transfer capability without proportionally increasing overall device complexity.
2Loss of information
If communication is continuously active between medical devices, then data exchange quality is improved, but energy consumption increases
Solution Approach 1:
The telemetry communication system operates periodically rather than continuously, establishing communication windows at intervals to transfer data between devices. This periodic operation maintains data exchange quality by ensuring regular updates while significantly reducing energy consumption compared to continuous communication modes.
Solution Approach 2:
The system employs feedback mechanisms where communication is triggered by specific conditions or data thresholds. When glucose levels or other physiological parameters reach certain thresholds, or when data buffers require transmission, the system activates communication. This feedback-driven approach ensures high-quality data exchange only when necessary, optimizing energy efficiency.
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
This solution allows for secure and timely data transfer between medical devices, enhancing the management of diabetes by enabling precise adjustments to insulin delivery and glucose monitoring, improving the overall accuracy and quality of treatment.
Implementation Method 1
a telemetry system for RF communication
Data Source
AI summary
An ambulatory medical device and a method of communication between medical devices are disclosed. In one embodiment, the medical device includes a module for communication with at least a second medical device wherein the module for communication is adapted to be activated by a value of a physiological parameter of an animal. In one embodiment, the method of the present invention involves a first medical device and at least a second medical device wherein the communication between said medical devices is activated by a value of a physiological parameter of an animal.