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Patent drawing for Medical device programmer with adjustable kickstand
US 8,352,034 B2
Circuit boards US 8,352,034 B2 Expired

Medical device programmer with adjustable kickstand

This is a device used by medical professionals to program implantable medical devices. It features an adjustable kickstand that can prop it up in various positions, from upright to reclined, using a friction hinge for smooth adjustment. A clever design ensures that even when the kickstand is fully folded, an opening in it aligns with a fan grate, allowing air to flow through to keep the device cool.

Why it matters: Filed when portable electronics were less powerful and generated less heat. Today, more powerful, compact medical device programmers make efficient, integrated cooling solutions, like this kickstand design, more critical for sustained performance and ergonomics.

Status
ExpiredProtection ended and was never renewed
How hard to build
SpecializedTelemetry, processor, custom housing, friction hinge

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