17994929. Disinfecting Cap For Male And Female Connectors Including A Constricting Lock simplified abstract (Becton, Dickinson and Company)
Contents
- 1 Disinfecting Cap For Male And Female Connectors Including A Constricting Lock
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 Disinfecting Cap For Male And Female Connectors Including A Constricting Lock - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Original Abstract Submitted
Disinfecting Cap For Male And Female Connectors Including A Constricting Lock
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Manish Kumar of Bengaluru (IN)
Praveen Nalawade of Belagavi (IN)
Kadamb Gupta of Greater Noida (IN)
Disinfecting Cap For Male And Female Connectors Including A Constricting Lock - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17994929 titled 'Disinfecting Cap For Male And Female Connectors Including A Constricting Lock
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a cap designed to engage connectors of different types, featuring a housing with a flexible sleeve and a lock mechanism to secure the connector in place, as well as an absorbent member containing a cleaning solution for disinfecting the connector.
- The cap includes a housing with an open first end, a second end, and a sidewall with an opening.
- Inside the housing, there is a flexible sleeve with a sleeve sidewall, a lock connected to the housing, and an absorbent member containing a cleaning solution.
- The lock is designed to move through the opening of the housing to press against the sleeve sidewall, securing the connector in place.
- The absorbent member is configured to clean and disinfect portions of the connector engaged to the cap.
Potential Applications
The technology could be used in medical devices, electronic connectors, and industrial equipment where frequent cleaning and disinfection are necessary.
Problems Solved
The cap solves the problem of securely engaging connectors of different types while also providing a convenient way to clean and disinfect the connector.
Benefits
The cap offers a versatile solution for connecting various types of connectors, ensuring a secure fit while maintaining cleanliness and hygiene.
Potential Commercial Applications
- Medical equipment manufacturers
- Electronics industry suppliers
- Industrial machinery companies
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art could be similar connector caps with cleaning features, but the specific design of this cap with a flexible sleeve and absorbent member may be unique.
Unanswered Questions
How does the lock mechanism work to secure the connector in place?
The lock mechanism moves through the opening of the housing to press against the sleeve sidewall, which then presses against the connector to secure it. This interaction needs further clarification on the specific mechanics involved.
What types of cleaning solutions can be used in the absorbent member?
The patent application mentions a cleaning solution, but it does not specify the types of solutions that can be used. Further information on compatible cleaning agents would be helpful for potential users of the technology.
Original Abstract Submitted
A cap configured to engage connectors of different types includes a housing having a an open first end, a second end, a sidewall extending between the first end and the second end, and an opening extending through the sidewall. The cap further includes a flexible sleeve disposed in the housing having a first end, a second end, and a sleeve sidewall extending between the first end and the second end. The cap further includes: a lock connected to the housing configured to move through the opening of the housing to press against the sleeve sidewall, which causes the sleeve sidewall to directly or indirectly press against a portion of the connector to secure the connector in the housing; and an absorbent member disposed in the flexible sleeve configured to contain a cleaning solution for cleaning and/or disinfecting portions of the connector engaged to the cap.
