Enhanced Wireless Power Receiver Coil for Implantable Neuromodulation Devices
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
An improved wireless power receiver coil design for implantable neuromodulation devices, optimized for resonant frequency and geometric shape to enhance power transfer efficiency, safety, and reliability.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent's wireless power receiver coil design has limitations in terms of power transfer efficiency, safety, and reliability. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by introducing an optimized coil design that ensures efficient power transfer, minimizes power loss, and enhances overall system performance.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The enhanced wireless power receiver coil is designed to operate at a resonant frequency, ensuring maximum power transfer efficiency. The coil's geometric shape is optimized for maximum flux capture, reducing power loss and heat generation. The integration of a capacitive element further enhances resonant frequency tuning and power transfer efficiency. The coil's design is compatible with various implantable neuromodulation devices, allowing for seamless integration and improved overall system performance.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce a novel coil design that combines resonant frequency optimization with geometric shape optimization, resulting in a significant improvement in power transfer efficiency and safety. The integration of a capacitive element is also a non-obvious innovation that enhances the coil's performance.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include varying the coil's material, shape, and size to accommodate different implantable neuromodulation devices and applications. Additionally, the coil's design could be adapted for use in other medical devices or industries, such as consumer electronics or electric vehicles.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The enhanced wireless power receiver coil has significant commercial potential in the medical device industry, particularly in the field of implantable neuromodulation devices. The improved power transfer efficiency, safety, and reliability of the coil design could lead to increased adoption and market share for devices incorporating this technology.
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Biomedical engineering, specifically implantable medical devices and wireless power transfer systems for neural stimulation technologies
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
An electrical engineer or biomedical engineer with expertise in wireless power transfer, medical device miniaturization, and neural stimulation technologies, holding advanced degrees and practical experience in designing implantable electronic systems
Obviousness Rationale
A person having ordinary skill in the art would recognize that optimizing wireless power transfer efficiency through resonant frequency matching and geometric coil design represents a predictable engineering solution for implantable medical devices. The source patent establishes fundamental principles of wireless power transfer for neural implants, and the PTD's variations represent incremental improvements using standard engineering optimization techniques. These modifications would be considered routine design choices within the capabilities of a skilled practitioner in the field.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,797 |
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| Title | Wireless power receiver coil for implantable neuromodulation device |
| Assignee(s) | VERILY LIFE SCIENCES LLC |