Removable controller for an infusion pump

US8641673B2 · kind B2 · utility

Assignee

• Asante Solutions, Inc. · US

Inventors

• Rajan Patel · Union City, US
• Todd Kirschen · Palo Alto, US
• Steven Friedman · San Francisco, US
• Victor Briones · Gilroy, US
• Joshua Colton · Palo Alto, US
• Mellanie Balmeo · Redwood City, US

Key dates

• Filing date: Jun 14, 2011
• Grant date: Feb 4, 2014
• Expiry date: Jun 20, 2031

Classification

• Technology area (CPC Y): Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
• CPC primary: Y10S128/12
• WIPO field: Medical technology
• WIPO sector: Instruments

Abstract

Some embodiments of an infusion pump system include a controller device that is configured to removably attach to a pump device in a manner that provides a secure fitting, an overall compact size, and a reliable electrical connection. In particular embodiments, the controller device can be secured to the pump device in a generally side-by-side arrangement. The compact size can enhance discreteness and portability of the infusion pump system.