Stimulation Case Study
Project: Create a state-of-the-art transcutaneous IPG charger, maximizing usability and robustness.
Challenge:
Consistently meet high usability and reliability standards, economically.
Rapid IPG charging without heating required Transcutaneous Energy Transmission (TETS) solution optimization
New, easy-to-use patient interface needed to leverage the customer’s preexisting design language
Requires two-year operating life with no maintenance
Answer:
Explore totally new approach and re-engineer proven technologies to develop a highly reliable, easy-to-use charging device.
Leverage and adapted existing Minnetronix TETS technology, animal data, and RF field models to optimize charging
Incorporated user experience and ID into final interface design
Leveraged automated manufacturing processes to reduce manufacturing unit cost