MULTIAXIAL CONNECTOR FOR IMPLANTABLE DEVICES

摘要

Disclosed are systems for wireless energy transfer including transcutaneous energy transfer. Embodiments are disclosed for electrical connections between an implanted wireless receiver and an implanted medical device powered by the receiver. Methods for manufacturing and using the devices and system are also disclosed.

主权项

1. A multiaxial connector for connecting a first implanted device to a second implanted device, comprising:
a female driveline cable-side connector, including:
a lumen;a platinum iridium tuning fork-shaped connector disposed in the lumen;an o-ring surrounding an interior wall of the lumen;a first cantilevered tactile feedback element; a male device-side connector, including:
a platinum iridium electrical pin configured to be inserted into the platinum iridium tuning fork-shaped connector to make an electrical connection therebetween;a ceramic sheath covering a portion of the platinum iridium electrical pin, the ceramic sheath configure to provide electrical isolation for the platinum iridium pin, the ceramic sheath further being configured to engage the o-ring to prevent fluid from interrupting the electrical connection;a second cantilevered tactile feedback element configured to engage the first cantilevered tactile feedback element so as to provide a user with a tactile response when the electrical connection is made; a locking mechanism configured to secure the female driveline cable-side connector to the male device-side connector.