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Microneedle array applicator and method for applying a microneedle array

US9492647B2 · kind B2 · utility

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11Claims

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Assignee

Robert Bosch GmbH · DE

Inventors

Michael Stumber · Ditzingen, DE
Martina Daub · Rutesheim, DE

Key dates

Filing date	Dec 6, 2012
Grant date	Nov 15, 2016
Priority date	—
Expiry date	Feb 11, 2035

Classification

Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
CPC primaryA61M2037/0061
WIPO fieldMedical technology
WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A microneedle array applicator is configured to apply a microneedle array in cosmetic and medical applications. The microneedle array applicator has a holding apparatus configured to define detachable holding of a microneedle array comprising a planar substrate. The microneedle array applicator also has a drive mechanism for driving the microneedle array in a first direction perpendicular to the planar substrate and in a second direction parallel to the planar substrate. A method for applying a microneedle array includes the microneedle array applicator enabling safe breaking off of the microneedles, optionally laden with an active ingredient, in the skin.

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