Multiaxial connector for implantable devices
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1. A device-side connector for connecting a first implanted device to a second device with a multi-axial connector, comprising:
- a feed-through assembly configured to provide an electrical connection between the first implanted device and the multi-axial connector, the feed-through assembly comprising exactly three male electrical connectors arranged in a triangular pattern that are configured to be inserted into a corresponding electrical connection of the multi-axial connector, wherein each male electrical connector of the three male electrical connectors is spaced the same distance from the other two electrical connectors, and wherein the triangular pattern enables the three male electrical connectors to be inserted into the corresponding electrical connection at three different rotational angles;
a pump boss configured to provide an environmentally sealed housing for the feed-through assembly; and
an alignment housing configured to align the feed-through assembly with the corresponding electrical connection of the multi-axial connector.
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Abstract
Disclosed are systems for wireless energy transfer including transcutaneous energy transfer. Embodiments are disclosed for electrical connections between an implanted wireless receiver and an implanted medical device powered by the receiver. Methods for manufacturing and using the devices and system are also disclosed.
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1. A device-side connector for connecting a first implanted device to a second device with a multi-axial connector, comprising:
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a feed-through assembly configured to provide an electrical connection between the first implanted device and the multi-axial connector, the feed-through assembly comprising exactly three male electrical connectors arranged in a triangular pattern that are configured to be inserted into a corresponding electrical connection of the multi-axial connector, wherein each male electrical connector of the three male electrical connectors is spaced the same distance from the other two electrical connectors, and wherein the triangular pattern enables the three male electrical connectors to be inserted into the corresponding electrical connection at three different rotational angles; a pump boss configured to provide an environmentally sealed housing for the feed-through assembly; and an alignment housing configured to align the feed-through assembly with the corresponding electrical connection of the multi-axial connector. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12)
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