Miniaturized transcutaneous nerve stimulating device
US4210150A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 27, 1977 |
| Grant date | Jul 1, 1980 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 27, 1997 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/378
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A miniaturized transcutaneous nerve stimulator is disclosed that utilizes a single 1.25 volt battery as the power source, yet provides a 30 volt DC power output over an extended period of time. The battery is connected to the primary winding of a step-up transformer with the primary also having a transistor connected in series therewith. The secondary winding of the transformer is connected with a full wave diode bridge circuit and a 30 volt Zener diode. Pulsing circuitry is also provided which includes a pulse rate and pulse width establishing multivibrators which are coupled through a buffer to a pair of Darlington amplifiers, which are also connected with the Zener diode and full wave diode bridge circuit. The output from the stimulator is coupled from the Darlington amplifiers, which amplifiers have a charging circuit connected therewith, to output terminals connectable with electrodes engagable with the skin surface of the subject.
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