A COMPACT BATTERY AND CONTROLLER MODULE FOR A TRANSCUTANEOUS ENERGY TRANSFER SYSTEM

摘要

A compact implantable controller and battery module for a transcutaneous energy transfer (TET) system is provided having a single biocompatible housing encasing an energy storage device, a power control module, and a device control module. The power control module controls energy transfer to the storage device during charging and monitors power consumption of a cardiac assist device. The device control module controls and monitors the operation of a cardiac assist device.