18398523. PCBA PIG TAIL SPRING CONNECTOR simplified abstract (Cardiac Pacemakers, Inc.)
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PCBA PIG TAIL SPRING CONNECTOR
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
James Michael English of Cahir (IE)
Moira B. Sweeney of St. Paul MN (US)
Benjamin J. Haasl of Forest Lake MN (US)
PCBA PIG TAIL SPRING CONNECTOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18398523 titled 'PCBA PIG TAIL SPRING CONNECTOR
The abstract describes an implantable medical device with electronic devices housed within, a header with bores, and a feedthrough assembly connecting the housing and header. The electronic devices include a PCB connected to the header via a feedthrough wire with a pigtail spring connector.
- Implantable medical device with electronic devices housed within a housing
- Header attached to the housing with one or more bores
- Feedthrough assembly connecting the housing and header
- Electronic devices include a PCB connected to the header via a feedthrough wire
- Feedthrough wire connected to the PCB with a pigtail spring connector
Potential Applications: - Medical implants - Monitoring and regulating bodily functions - Treatment delivery systems
Problems Solved: - Providing a reliable connection between electronic devices and external components - Ensuring secure communication within the implantable medical device
Benefits: - Improved functionality and performance of implantable medical devices - Enhanced patient care and treatment outcomes
Commercial Applications: Title: "Advanced Implantable Medical Devices for Enhanced Patient Care" This technology can be utilized in the development of advanced medical implants for various healthcare applications, potentially leading to improved patient care and treatment outcomes. The market implications include increased demand for innovative medical devices in the healthcare industry.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the pigtail spring connector improve the connection between the feedthrough wire and the PCB? 2. What are the key advantages of using a feedthrough assembly in implantable medical devices?
Original Abstract Submitted
An implantable medical device can include a housing including electronic devices within the housing; a header attached to the housing and including one or more bores; and a feedthrough assembly between the housing and the header; wherein the electronic devices include a PCB electronically connected to the header by a feedthrough wire running from the feedthrough assembly to the PCB, wherein the feedthrough wire is connected to the PCB with a pigtail spring connector.
