Thermal spring release mechanism for a drug delivery device
US10835685B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 30, 2018 |
| Grant date | Nov 17, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 21, 2038 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2205/581
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A spring release mechanism for a drug delivery includes a fusible member to restrain a spring in a charged state. A heating element is utilized to selectively heat and sever the fusible member. When the fusible member is severed, the spring is allowed to discharge and drive the drug delivery device components operably coupled thereto.
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