INFECTIOUS DISEASE SCREENING DEVICE

A disease screening device () comprising a substrate () and a sonication chamber () formed on the substrate (). The sonication chamber () is provided with an ultrasonic transducer () which generates ultrasonic waves to lyse cells in a sample fluid within the sonication chamber (). The device () comprises a reagent chamber () formed on the substrate () for receiving a liquid PCR reagent. The device () comprises a controller () which controls the ultrasonic transducer () and a heating arrangement () which is provided on the substrate (). The device () further comprises a detection apparatus which detects the presence of an infectious disease, such as COVID-19 disease. 1. A COVID-19 disease screening device comprising:a substrate which is at least partly composed of silicon, the substrate comprising a sonication chamber having a sample inlet and a sample outlet;an ultrasonic transducer in ultrasonic communication with the sonication chamber, wherein the ultrasonic transducer generates ultrasonic waves in a frequency range of approximately 2800 kHz to approximately 3200 kHz to lyse cells in a sample fluid within the sonication chamber; an AC driver which generates an AC drive signal at a frequency within the frequency range of approximately 2800 kHz to approximately 3200 kHz and outputs the AC drive signal to drive the ultrasonic transducer;', 'an active power monitor which monitors active power used by the ultrasonic transducer when the ultrasonic transducer is driven by the AC drive signal, wherein the active power monitor provides a monitoring signal which is indicative of the active power used by the ultrasonic transducer;', 'a processor which controls the AC driver and receives the monitoring signal from the active power monitor; and', A. control the AC driver to output the AC drive signal to the ultrasonic transducer at a frequency within the frequency range;', 'B. calculate the active power being used by the ultrasonic transducer based on the monitoring signal;', ...

MIST INHALER DEVICES

A mist inhaler device () for generating a mist for inhalation by a user. The device comprises a mist generator device () and a driver device (). The driver device () is configured to drive the mist generator device () at an optimum frequency to maximise the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator device (). 1. A mist inhaler device for generating a mist for inhalation by a user , the device comprising: a mist generator housing which is elongate and comprises an air inlet port and a mist outlet port;', 'a liquid chamber provided within the mist generator housing, the liquid chamber for containing a liquid to be atomised;', 'a sonication chamber provided within the mist generator housing;', 'a capillary element extending between the liquid chamber and the sonication chamber such that a first portion of the capillary element is within the liquid chamber and a second portion of the capillary element is within the sonication chamber;', 'an ultrasonic transducer having a generally planar atomisation surface which is provided within the sonication chamber, the ultrasonic transducer being mounted within the mist generator housing such that the plane of the atomisation surface is substantially parallel with a longitudinal length of the mist generator housing, wherein part of the second portion of the capillary element is superimposed on part of the atomisation surface, and wherein the ultrasonic transducer is configured to vibrate the atomisation surface to atomise a liquid carried by the second portion of the capillary element to generate a mist comprising the atomised liquid and air within the sonication chamber; and', 'an airflow arrangement which provides an air flow path between the air inlet port, the sonication chamber and the air outlet port such that a user drawing on the mist outlet port draws air through the inlet port, through the sonication chamber and out through the mist outlet port, with the mist generated in the sonication chamber being carried ...

HOOKAH DEVICE

A hookah device () which attaches to a hookah (). The hookah device () comprises a plurality of ultrasonic mist generator devices () for generating a mist for inhalation by a user. The hookah device () comprises a driver device () which controls the mist generator devices () to maximize the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator devices () and optimize mist output from the hookah device (). 1. A hookah device comprising:a plurality of ultrasonic mist generator devices which are each provided with a respective mist outlet port;a driver device which is connected electrically to each of the mist generator devices to activate the mist generator devices; anda hookah attachment arrangement which attaches the hookah device to a hookah, the hookah attachment arrangement having a hookah outlet port which provides a fluid flow path from the mist outlet ports of the mist generator devices and out of the hookah device such that, when at least one of the mist generator devices is activated by the driver device, mist generated by each activated mist generator device flows along the fluid flow path and out of the hookah device to the hookah.2. The hookah device of claim 1 , wherein the driver device is connected electrically to each of the mist generator devices by a data bus and the driver device identifies and controls each mist generator device using a respective unique identifier for the mist generator device.3. The hookah device of claim 1 , wherein each mist generator device comprises: an integrated circuit having a memory which stores a unique identifier for the mist generator device; and', 'an electrical connection which provides an electronic interface for communication with the integrated circuit., 'an identification arrangement comprising4. The hookah device of claim 1 , wherein the driver device controls each respective mist generator device to activate independently of the other mist generator devices.5. The hookah device of claim 4 , wherein the driver ...

NICOTINE DELIVERY DEVICE

A nicotine delivery device () for generating a mist containing nicotine for inhalation by a user. The device comprises a mist generator device () and a driver device (). The driver device () is configured to drive the mist generator device () at an optimum frequency to maximise the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator device ().

MIST INHALER DEVICES

A mist inhaler device () for generating a mist comprising a therapeutic for inhalation by a user. The device comprises a mist generator device () and a driver device (). The driver device () is configured to drive the mist generator device () at an optimum frequency to maximise the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator device ().

Nicotine delivery device

A nicotine delivery device ( 200 ) for generating a mist containing nicotine for inhalation by a user. The device comprises a mist generator device ( 201 ) and a driver device ( 202 ). The driver device ( 202 ) is configured to drive the mist generator device ( 201 ) at an optimum frequency to maximise the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator device ( 201 ).

MIST INHALER DEVICES

A mist inhaler device () for generating a mist comprising a therapeutic for inhalation by a user. The device comprises a mist generator device () and a driver device (). The driver device () is configured to drive the mist generator device () at an optimum frequency to maximise the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator device (). 1. A mist generator device for use with a driver device , the mist generator device comprising:a mist generator housing which is elongate and comprises an air inlet port and a mist outlet port;a liquid chamber provided within the mist generator housing, the liquid chamber containing a liquid to be atomized;a sonication chamber provided within the mist generator housing;a capillary element extending between the liquid chamber and the sonication chamber such that a first portion of the capillary element is within the liquid chamber and a second portion of the capillary element is within the sonication chamber;an ultrasonic transducer having a generally planar atomization surface which is provided within the sonication chamber, the ultrasonic transducer being mounted within the mist generator housing, wherein part of the second portion of the capillary element is superimposed on part of the atomization surface, and wherein the ultrasonic transducer is configured to vibrate the atomization surface to atomize the liquid carried by the second portion of the capillary element to generate a mist comprising the atomized liquid and air within the sonication chamber;an airflow arrangement within the mist generator housing which provides an air flow path between the air inlet port, the sonication chamber and the air outlet port; and a one-time programmable integrated circuit (OTP IC) having a memory which stores a unique identifier for the mist generator device, the one-time programmable integrated circuit (OTP IC) comprising a digital core which includes a cryptographic authenticator, and', 'an electrical connection which provides an ...

Mist inhaler devices

A mist inhaler device (200) for generating a mist comprising a therapeutic for inhalation by a user. The device comprises a mist generator device (201) and a driver device (202). The driver device (202) is configured to drive the mist generator device (201) at an optimum frequency to maximise the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator device (201).

An infectious disease screening system

An infectious disease screening system (1) for screening for infectious diseases, such as COVID-19 disease. The system comprises an ultrasonic transducer (49) for generating ultrasonic waves to lyse cells in a biological sample. The system (1) comprises a controller which controls the ultrasonic transducer (49) to oscillate at an optimum frequency for cell lysis, a PCR apparatus (16) which receives and amplifies the DNA from the sample; and a detection apparatus (70) which detects the presence of an infectious disease in the amplified DNA and provides an output which is indicative of whether or not the detection arrangement (70) detects the presence of an infectious disease in the amplified DNA.

Hookah device

A hookah device 202 attaches to the stem 247 of a hookah (246) in place of a conventional hookah head. The hookah device comprises a cylindrical housing 248 which incorporates a cover 250 provided with a plurality of air inlets 251 and a base 249 provided with an outlet port 252 to allow air and mist to flow out into the hookah (246). A plurality of ultrasonic mist generator devices (201) are provided for generating mist to be inhaled by a user. The hookah device (202) comprises three PCBs (256-258) which make up a driver device controlling the mist generator devices (201) to maximize the efficiency of mist generation and optimize mist output from the hookah device 202.

Hookah device

A hookah device 202 attaches to the stem 247 of a hookah (246) in place of a conventional hookah head. The hookah device comprises a cylindrical housing 248 which incorporates a cover 250 provided with a plurality of air inlets 251 and a base 249 provided with an outlet port 252 to allow air and mist to flow out into the hookah (246). A plurality of ultrasonic mist generator devices (201) are provided for generating mist to be inhaled by a user. The hookah device (202) comprises three PCBs (256-258) which make up a driver device controlling the mist generator devices (201) to maximize the efficiency of mist generation and optimize mist output from the hookah device 202.

An infectious disease screening system

Mist inhaler devices

A mist inhaler device (200) for generating a mist comprising a therapeutic for inhalation by a user. The device comprises a mist generator device (201) and a driver device (202). The driver device (202) is configured to drive the mist generator device (201) at an optimum frequency to maximise the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator device (201).

Mist inhaler devices

A mist inhaler device (200) for generating a mist for inhalation by a user comprises a mist generator device (201) and a driver device (202). The driver device (202) is configured to drive the mist generator device (201) at an optimum frequency to maximise the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator device (201). A liquid drug such as nicotine, a protein solution, or a medical suspension is transformed into mist by sonification using an ultrasonic transducer 215 which has a planar atomisation surface parallel to the longitudinal length of the mist generator housing. A capillary element 222 extends between a liquid chamber and the sonification chamber, and is retained by the transducer holder (210) such that a part of the capillary element is superimposed on the atomisation surface of the ultrasonic transducer.

An infectious disease screening system

An infectious disease screening system (1) for screening for infectious diseases, such as COVID-19 disease. The system comprises an ultrasonic transducer (49) for generating ultrasonic waves to lyse cells in a biological sample. The system (1) comprises a controller which controls the ultrasonic transducer (49) to oscillate at an optimum frequency for cell lysis, a PCR apparatus (16) which receives and amplifies the DNA from the sample; and a detection apparatus (70) which detects the presence of an infectious disease in the amplified DNA and provides an output which is indicative of whether or not the detection arrangement (70) detects the presence of an infectious disease in the amplified DNA.

A hookah device

A hookah device (202) which attaches to a hookah (246). The hookah device (202) comprises a plurality of ultrasonic mist generator devices (201) for generating a mist for inhalation by a user. The hookah device (202) comprises a driver device (202) which controls the mist generator devices (201) to maximize the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator devices (201) and optimize mist output from the hookah device (202).

Mist inhaler devices

A mist inhaler device (200) for generating a mist for inhalation by a user. The device comprises a mist generator device (201) and a driver device (202). The driver device (202) is configured to drive the mist generator device (201) at an optimum frequency to maximise the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator device (201).

Systems and devices for infectious disease screening

A system ( 1 ) for infectious disease screening. The system is for use with an assay device ( 2 ) which incorporates an ultrasonic transducer for generating ultrasonic waves to lyse cells in a biological sample. The system ( 1 ) comprises a frequency control module which is configured to control the ultrasonic transducer ( 49 ) to oscillate at an optimum frequency for cell lysis, a PCR arrangement ( 16 ) which is configured to receive and amplify the DNA from the sample; and a detection arrangement ( 70 ) which is configured to detect the presence of an infectious disease in the amplified DNA and to provide an output which is indicative of whether or not the detection arrangement ( 70 ) detects the presence of an infectious disease in the amplified DNA.

Mist inhaler devices

Infectious disease screening system

An infectious disease screening system (1) for screening for infectious diseases, such as COVID-19 disease. The system comprises an ultrasonic transducer (49) for generating ultrasonic waves to lyse cells in a biological sample. The system (1) comprises a controller which controls the ultrasonic transducer (49) to oscillate at an optimum frequency for cell lysis, a PCR apparatus (16) which receives and amplifies the DNA from the sample; and a detection apparatus (70) which detects the presence of an infectious disease in the amplified DNA and provides an output which is indicative of whether or not the detection arrangement (70) detects the presence of an infectious disease in the amplified DNA.

Mist inhaler devices

Mist inhaler devices

Mist inhaler devices

A mist inhaler device (200) for generating a mist comprising a therapeutic for inhalation by a user. The device comprises a mist generator device (201) and a driver device (202). The driver device (202) is configured to drive the mist generator device (201) at an optimum frequency to maximise the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator device (201).

A nicotine delivery device

A nicotine delivery device (200) for generating a mist containing nicotine for inhalation by a user. The device comprises a mist generator device (201) and a driver device (202). The driver device (202) is configured to drive the mist 10 generator device (201) at an optimum frequency to maximise the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator device (201).

Nicotine delivery device

A nicotine delivery device (200) for generating a mist containing nicotine for inhalation by a user. The device comprises a mist generator device (201) and a driver device (202). The driver device (202) is configured to drive the mist generator device (201) at an optimum frequency to maximise the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator device (201).

Mist inhaler devices

A mist inhaler device (200) for generating a mist for inhalation by a user comprises a mist generator device (201) and a driver device (202). The driver device (202) is configured to drive the mist generator device (201) at an optimum frequency to maximise the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator device (201). A liquid drug such as nicotine, a protein solution, or a medical suspension is transformed into mist by sonification using an ultrasonic transducer 215 which has a planar atomisation surface parallel to the longitudinal length of the mist generator housing. A capillary element 222 extends between a liquid chamber and the sonification chamber, and is retained by the transducer holder (210) such that a part of the capillary element is superimposed on the atomisation surface of the ultrasonic transducer.

Mist inhaler devices

A mist inhaler device ( 200 ) for generating a mist including a therapeutic for inhalation by a user. The device includes a mist generator device ( 201 ) and a driver device ( 202 ). The driver device ( 202 ) is configured to drive the mist generator device ( 201 ) at an optimum frequency to maximise the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator device ( 201 ).

Nicotine delivery device with identification arrangement

A nicotine delivery device (200) for generating a mist containing nicotine for inhalation by a user. The device comprises a mist generator device (201) and a driver device (202). The driver device (202) is configured to drive the mist generator device (201) at an optimum frequency to maximise the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator device (201).

Mist inhaler devices

A mist inhaler device ( 200 ) for generating a mist including a therapeutic for inhalation by a user. The device includes a mist generator device ( 201 ) and a driver device ( 202 ). The driver device ( 202 ) is configured to drive the mist generator device ( 201 ) at an optimum frequency to maximise the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator device ( 201 ).

Nicotine delivery device with airflow arrangement

A nicotine delivery device (200) for generating a mist containing nicotine for inhalation by a user. The device comprises a mist generator device (201) and a driver device (202). The driver device (202) is configured to drive the mist generator device (201) at an optimum frequency to maximise the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator device (201).

Mist generator device

A mist generator device ( 400 ) for delivering a mist to a user, the mist generator device ( 400 ) for use with a driver device ( 202 ). The mist generator device ( 400 ) comprises a housing ( 204 ) comprising a liquid chamber ( 218 ) for containing a liquid to be atomised, a sonication assembly ( 425 ) coupled to the housing ( 204 ) the sonication assembly ( 425 ) comprising an ultrasonic transducer ( 215 ), a first assembly portion ( 426 ) and a second assembly portion ( 428 ) coupled to the first assembly portion ( 426 ). At least one of the first assembly portion ( 426 ) and the second assembly portion ( 428 ) comprises a resiliently deformable section that forms a seal between the first assembly portion ( 426 ) and the second assembly portion ( 428 ) which minimises or prevents a fluid from leaking between the first assembly portion ( 426 ) and the second assembly portion ( 428 ).

Mist inhaler devices for therapeutic delivery

A mist generator device (400) for delivering a mist to a user, the mist generator device (400) for use with a driver device (202). The mist generator device (400) comprises a housing (204) comprising a liquid chamber (218), the liquid chamber containing a liquid to be atomised, the liquid comprising a therapeutic. A sonication assembly (425) is coupled to the housing (204) the sonication assembly (425) comprising an ultrasonic transducer (215), a first assembly portion (426) and a second assembly portion (428) coupled to the first assembly portion (426). At least one of the first assembly portion (426) and the second assembly portion (428) comprises a resiliently deformable section that forms a seal between the first assembly portion (426) and the second assembly portion (428) which minimises or prevents a fluid from leaking between the first assembly portion (426) and the second assembly portion (428).

Mist inhaler devices

A mist inhaler device (200) for generating a mist comprising a therapeutic for inhalation by a user. The device comprises a mist generator device (201) and a driver device (202). The driver device (202) is configured to drive the mist generator device (201) at an optimum frequency to maximise the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator device (201).

A hookah device

A hookah device

A hookah device

A hookah device

A hookah device

A nicotine delivery device

A nicotine delivery device (200) for generating a mist containing nicotine for inhalation by a user. The device comprises a mist generator device (201) and a driver device (202). The driver device (202) is configured to drive the mist 10 generator device (201) at an optimum frequency to maximise the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator device (201).

A hookah device

Infectious disease screening device

A disease screening device (100) comprising a substrate (101) and a sonication chamber (102) formed on the substrate (101). The sonication chamber (102) is provided with an ultrasonic transducer (105) which generates ultrasonic waves to lyse cells in a sample fluid within the sonication chamber (102). The device (100) comprises a reagent chamber (111) formed on the substrate (101) for receiving a liquid PCR reagent. The device (100) comprises a controller (23) which controls the ultrasonic transducer (105) and a heating arrangement (128) which is provided on the substrate (101). The device (100) further comprises a detection apparatus which detects the presence of an infectious disease, such as COVID-19 disease.

A hookah device

A hookah device (202) which attaches to a hookah (246). The hookah device (202) comprises a plurality of ultrasonic mist generator devices (201) for generating a mist for inhalation by a user. The hookah device (202) comprises a driver device (202) which controls the mist generator devices (201) to maximize the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator devices (201) and optimize mist output from the hookah device (202).

Hookah device

A hookah device (202) which attaches to a hookah (246). The hookah device (202) comprises a plurality of ultrasonic mist generator devices (201) for generating a mist for inhalation by a user. The hookah device (202) comprises a driver device (202) which controls the mist generator devices (201) to maximize the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator devices (201) and optimize mist output from the hookah device (202).

Infectious disease screening device

A disease screening device ( 100 ) comprising a substrate ( 101 ) and a sonication chamber ( 102 ) formed on the substrate ( 101 ). The sonication chamber ( 102 ) is provided with an ultrasonic transducer ( 105 ) which generates ultrasonic waves to lyse cells in a sample fluid within the sonication chamber ( 102 ). The device ( 100 ) comprises a reagent chamber ( 111 ) formed on the substrate ( 101 ) for receiving a liquid PCR reagent. The device ( 100 ) comprises a controller ( 23 ) which controls the ultrasonic transducer ( 105 ) and a heating arrangement ( 128 ) which is provided on the substrate ( 101 ). The device ( 100 ) further comprises a detection apparatus which detects the presence of an infectious disease, such as COVID-19 disease.

Systems and devices for infectious disease screening

A system ( 1 ) for infectious disease screening. The system is for use with an assay device ( 2 ) which incorporates an ultrasonic transducer for generating ultrasonic waves to lyse cells in a biological sample. The system ( 1 ) comprises a frequency control module which is configured to control the ultrasonic transducer ( 49 ) to oscillate at an optimum frequency for cell lysis, a PCR arrangement ( 16 ) which is configured to receive and amplify the DNA from the sample; and a detection arrangement ( 70 ) which is configured to detect the presence of an infectious disease in the amplified DNA and to provide an output which is indicative of whether or not the detection arrangement ( 70 ) detects the presence of an infectious disease in the amplified DNA.

Sistemas y métodos de lisis celular

Un sistema de lisis celular (1) comprende un aparato excitador (2) y un dispositivo de lisis celular (3) que se pueden conectar entre sí de manera desmontable. El dispositivo de lisis celular (3) comprende un transductor ultrasónico (12) y una cámara de sonicación (11). El aparato excitador (2) activa el transductor ultrasónico (12) para emitir ondas ultrasónicas para lisar las células en un recipiente de muestras (22) que es transportado por el dispositivo de lisis celular (3).

Hookah device

A hookah device ( 202 ) which attaches to a hookah ( 246 ). The hookah device ( 202 ) comprises a plurality of ultrasonic mist generator devices ( 201 ) for generating a mist for inhalation by a user. The hookah device ( 202 ) comprises a driver device ( 202 ) which controls the mist generator devices ( 201 ) to maximize the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator devices ( 201 ) and optimize mist output from the hookah device ( 202 ).

Hookah device

A hookah device (202) which attaches to a hookah (246). The hookah device (202) comprises a plurality of ultrasonic mist generator devices (201) for generating a mist for inhalation by a user. The hookah device (202) comprises a driver device (202) which controls the mist generator devices (201) to maximize the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator devices (201) and optimize mist output from the hookah device (202).

Cell lysis systems and methods

A cell lysis system (1) comprises a driver apparatus (2) and a cell lysis device (3) which are releasably attachable to one another. The cell lysis device (3) comprises an ultrasonic transducer (12) and a sonication chamber (11). The driver apparatus (2) drives the ultrasonic transducer (12) to output ultrasonic waves to lyse cells in a sample container (22) which is carried by the cell lysis device (3).

Systems and devices for infectious disease screening

A system ( 1 ) for infectious disease screening. The system is for use with an assay device ( 2 ) which incorporates an ultrasonic transducer for generating ultrasonic waves to lyse cells in a biological sample. The system ( 1 ) comprises a frequency control module which is configured to control the ultrasonic transducer ( 49 ) to oscillate at an optimum frequency for cell lysis, a PCR arrangement ( 16 ) which is configured to receive and amplify the DNA from the sample; and a detection arrangement ( 70 ) which is configured to detect the presence of an infectious disease in the amplified DNA and to provide an output which is indicative of whether or not the detection arrangement ( 70 ) detects the presence of an infectious disease in the amplified DNA.

Cell lysis systems and methods

A cell lysis system (1) comprises a driver apparatus (2) and a cell lysis device (3) which are releasably attachable to one another. The cell lysis device (3) comprises an ultrasonic transducer (12) and a sonication chamber (11). The driver apparatus (2) drives the ultrasonic transducer (12) to output ultrasonic waves to lyse cells in a sample container (22) which is carried by the cell lysis device (3).

Mist inhaler devices

A mist inhaler device (200) for generating a mist for inhalation by a user. The device comprises a mist generator device (201) and a driver device (202). The driver device (202) is configured to drive the mist generator device (201) at an optimum frequency to maximise the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator device (201).

Mist inhaler devices

A mist inhaler device (200) for generating a mist for inhalation by a user. The device comprises a mist generator device (201) and a driver device (202). The driver device (202) is configured to drive the mist generator device (201) at an optimum frequency to maximise the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator device (201).

Mist inhaler devices

A mist inhaler device (200) for generating a mist comprising a therapeutic for inhalation by a user. The device comprises a mist generator device (201) and a driver device (202). The driver device (202) is configured to drive the mist generator device (201) at an optimum frequency to maximise the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator device (201).

A hookah device

A hookah device A hookah device (202) which attaches to a hookah (246). The hookah device (202) comprises a plurality of ultrasonic mist generator devices (201) for 10 generating a mist for inhalation by a user. The hookah device (202) comprises a driver device (202) which controls the mist generator devices (201) to maximize the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator devices (201) and optimize mist output from the hookah device (202).

ミスト発生装置

【課題】ミスト発生装置を提供する。【解決手段】ドライバ装置と共に使用するミスト発生装置である。この装置は、ミスト発生ハウジングと、液体チャンバと、超音波処理チャンバと、毛細管要素と、超音波変換器と、空気流配置とを備えている。【選択図】図１３

A hookah device

A hookah device (202) which attaches to a hookah (246). The hookah device (202) comprises a plurality of ultrasonic mist generator devices (201) for generating a mist for inhalation by a user. The hookah device (202) comprises a driver device (202) which controls the mist generator devices (201) to maximize the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator devices (201) and optimize mist output from the hookah device (202).

Nicotine delivery device

A nicotine delivery device (200) for generating a mist containing nicotine for inhalation by a user. The device comprises a mist generator device (201) and a driver device (202). The driver device (202) is configured to drive the mist generator device (201) at an optimum frequency to maximise the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator device (201).

A hookah device

A hookah device (202) which attaches to a hookah (246). The hookah device (202) comprises a plurality of ultrasonic mist generator devices (201) for generating a mist for inhalation by a user. The hookah device (202) comprises a driver device (202) which controls the mist generator devices (201) to maximize the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator devices (201) and optimize mist output from the hookah device (202).

A hookah device

A hookah device

Mist inhaler devices

A hookah device

A hookah device

A hookah device (202) which attaches to a hookah (246). The hookah device (202) comprises a plurality of ultrasonic mist generator devices (201) for generating a mist for inhalation by a user. The hookah device (202) comprises a driver device (202) which controls the mist generator devices (201) to maximize the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator devices (201) and optimize mist output from the hookah device (202).

A hookah device

A hookah device (202) which attaches to a hookah (246). The hookah device (202) comprises a plurality of ultrasonic mist generator devices (201) for generating a mist for inhalation by a user. The hookah device (202) comprises a driver device (202) which controls the mist generator devices (201) to maximize the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator devices (201) and optimize mist output from the hookah device (202).

A nicotine delivery device

A nicotine delivery device (200) for generating a mist containing nicotine for inhalation by a user. The device comprises a mist generator device (201) and a driver device (202). The driver device (202) is configured to drive the mist generator device (201) at an optimum frequency to maximise the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator device (201).

A nicotine delivery device

A nicotine delivery device (200) for generating a mist containing nicotine for inhalation by a user. The device comprises a mist generator device (201) and a driver device (202). The driver device (202) is configured to drive the mist generator device (201) at an optimum frequency to maximise the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator device (201).

Hookah device

A hookah device (202) which attaches to a hookah (246). The hookah device (202) comprises a plurality of ultrasonic mist generator devices (201) for generating a mist for inhalation by a user. The hookah device (202) comprises a driver device (202) which controls the mist generator devices (201) to maximize the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator devices (201) and optimize mist output from the hookah device (202).

A nicotine delivery device

A nicotine delivery device (200) for generating a mist containing nicotine for inhalation by a user. The device comprises a mist generator device (201) and a driver device (202). The driver device (202) is configured to drive the mist generator device (201) at an optimum frequency to maximise the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator device (201).

Mist inhaler devices

A mist inhaler device (200) for generating a mist comprising a therapeutic for inhalation by a user. The device comprises a mist generator device (201) and a driver device (202). The driver device (202) is configured to drive the mist generator device (201) at an optimum frequency to maximise the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator device (201).

Mist inhaler devices

A nicotine delivery device

Mist inhaler devices

A mist inhaler device (200) for generating a mist comprising a therapeutic for inhalation by a user. The device comprises a mist generator device (201) and a driver device (202). The driver device (202) is configured to drive the mist generator device (201) at an optimum frequency to maximise the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator device (201).

A hookah device

A hookah device A hookah device (202) which attaches to a hookah (246). The hookah device (202) comprises a plurality of ultrasonic mist generator devices (201) for 10 generating a mist for inhalation by a user. The hookah device (202) comprises a driver device (202) which controls the mist generator devices (201) to maximize the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator devices (201) and optimize mist output from the hookah device (202).

A nicotine delivery device

A nicotine delivery device (200) for generating a mist containing nicotine for inhalation by a user. The device comprises a mist generator device (201) and a driver device (202). The driver device (202) is configured to drive the mist generator device (201) at an optimum frequency to maximise the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator device (201).

A hookah device

A hookah device (202) which attaches to a hookah (246). The hookah device (202) comprises a plurality of ultrasonic mist generator devices (201) for generating a mist for inhalation by a user. The hookah device (202) comprises a driver device (202) which controls the mist generator devices (201) to maximize the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator devices (201) and optimize mist output from the hookah device (202).

A hookah device

A hookah device (202) which attaches to a hookah (246). The hookah device (202) comprises a plurality of ultrasonic mist generator devices (201) for generating a mist for inhalation by a user. The hookah device (202) comprises a driver device (202) which controls the mist generator devices (201) to maximize the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator devices (201) and optimize mist output from the hookah device (202).

Mist generator device

A mist generator device (400) for delivering a mist to a user, the mist generator device (400) for use with a driver device (202). The mist generator device (400) comprises a housing (204) comprising a liquid chamber (218) for containing a liquid to be atomised, a sonication assembly (425) coupled to the housing (204) the sonication assembly (425) comprising an ultrasonic transducer (215), a first assembly portion (426) and a second assembly portion (428) coupled to the first assembly portion (426). At least one of the first assembly portion (426) and the second assembly portion (428) comprises a resiliently deformable section that forms a seal between the first assembly portion (426) and the second assembly portion (428) which minimises or prevents a fluid from leaking between the first assembly portion (426) and the second assembly portion (428).

Mist generator device

A mist generator device (400) for delivering a mist to a user, the mist generator device (400) for use with a driver device (202). The mist generator device (400) comprises a housing (204) comprising a liquid chamber (218) for containing a liquid to be atomised, a sonication assembly (425) coupled to the housing (204) the sonication assembly (425) comprising an ultrasonic transducer (215), a first assembly portion (426) and a second assembly portion (428) coupled to the first assembly portion (426). At least one of the first assembly portion (426) and the second assembly portion (428) comprises a resiliently deformable section that forms a seal between the first assembly portion (426) and the second assembly portion (428) which minimises or prevents a fluid from leaking between the first assembly portion (426) and the second assembly portion (428).

Hookah device

A hookah device ( 202 ) which attaches to a hookah ( 246 ). The hookah device ( 202 ) comprises a plurality of ultrasonic mist generator devices ( 201 ) for generating a mist for inhalation by a user. The hookah device ( 202 ) comprises a driver device ( 202 ) which controls the mist generator devices ( 201 ) to maximize the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator devices ( 201 ) and optimize mist output from the hookah device ( 202 ).

Sistemas y métodos de lisis celular

Un sistema de lisis celular (1) comprende un aparato excitador (2) y un dispositivo de lisis celular (3) que se pueden conectar entre sí de manera desmontable. El dispositivo de lisis celular (3) comprende un transductor ultrasónico (12) y una cámara de sonicación (11). El aparato excitador (2) activa el transductor ultrasónico (12) para emitir ondas ultrasónicas para lisar las células en un recipiente de muestras (22) que es transportado por el dispositivo de lisis celular (3).

Hookah device

A hookah device (202) which attaches to a hookah (246). The hookah device (202) comprises a plurality of ultrasonic mist generator devices (201) for generating a mist for inhalation by a user. The hookah device (202) comprises a driver device (202) which controls the mist generator devices (201) to maximize the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator devices (201) and optimize mist output from the hookah device (202).

Hookah device

A hookah device 202 attaches to the stem 247 of a hookah (246) in place of a conventional hookah head. The hookah device comprises a cylindrical housing 248 which incorporates a cover 250 provided with a plurality of air inlets 251 and a base 249 provided with an outlet port 252 to allow air and mist to flow out into the hookah (246). A plurality of ultrasonic mist generator devices (201) are provided for generating mist to be inhaled by a user. The hookah device (202) comprises three PCBs (256-258) which make up a driver device controlling the mist generator devices (201) to maximize the efficiency of mist generation and optimize mist output from the hookah device 202.

Sistemas y metodos de lisis celular.

Un sistema de lisis celular (1) comprende un aparato excitador (2) y un dispositivo de lisis celular (3) que se pueden conectar entre sí de manera desmontable. El dispositivo de lisis celular (3) comprende un transductor ultrasónico (12) y una cámara de sonicación (11). El aparato excitador (2) activa el transductor ultrasónico (12) para emitir ondas ultrasónicas para lisar las células en un recipiente de muestras (22) que es transportado por el dispositivo de lisis celular (3).

Cell lysis systems and methods

A cell lysis system (1) comprises a driver apparatus (2) and a cell lysis device (3) which are releasably attachable to one another. The cell lysis device (3) comprises an ultrasonic transducer (12) and a sonication chamber (11). The driver apparatus (2) drives the ultrasonic transducer (12) to output ultrasonic waves to lyse cells in a sample container (22) which is carried by the cell lysis device (3).

Mist inhaler devices for therapeutic delivery

A mist generator device (400) for delivering a mist to a user, the mist generator device (400) for use with a driver device (202). The mist generator device (400) comprises a housing (204) comprising a liquid chamber (218), the liquid chamber containing a liquid to be atomised, the liquid comprising a therapeutic. A sonication assembly (425) is coupled to the housing (204) the sonication assembly (425) comprising an ultrasonic transducer (215), a first assembly portion (426) and a second assembly portion (428) coupled to the first assembly portion (426). At least one of the first assembly portion (426) and the second assembly portion (428) comprises a resiliently deformable section that forms a seal between the first assembly portion (426) and the second assembly portion (428) which minimises or prevents a fluid from leaking between the first assembly portion (426) and the second assembly portion (428).

Hookah device

A hookah device (202) which attaches to a hookah (246). The hookah device (202) comprises a plurality of ultrasonic mist generator devices (201) for generating a mist for inhalation by a user. The hookah device (202) comprises a driver device (202) which controls the mist generator devices (201) to maximize the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator devices (201) and optimize mist output from the hookah device (202).

Hookah device

A hookah device ( 202 ) which attaches to a hookah ( 246 ). The hookah device ( 202 ) comprises a plurality of ultrasonic mist generator devices ( 201 ) for generating a mist for inhalation by a user. The hookah device ( 202 ) comprises a driver device ( 202 ) which controls the mist generator devices ( 201 ) to maximize the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator devices ( 201 ) and optimize mist output from the hookah device ( 202 ).

Dispositif d'administration de nicotine

L'invention porte sur un dispositif d'administration de nicotine (200) pour générer une brume contenant de la nicotine destinée à être inhalée par un utilisateur. Le dispositif comprend un dispositif générateur de brume (201) et un dispositif de pilotage (202). Le dispositif de pilotage (202) est conçu pour piloter le dispositif générateur de brume (201) à une fréquence optimale afin de maximiser l'efficacité de la génération de brume par le dispositif générateur de brume (201).

Dispositifs inhalateurs à brume

L'invention concerne un dispositif inhalateur à brume (200) pour générer une brume comprenant un agent thérapeutique destinée à être inhalée par un utilisateur. Le dispositif comprend un dispositif générateur de brume (201) et un dispositif de pilotage (202). Le dispositif de pilotage (202) est configuré pour piloter le dispositif générateur de brume (201) à une fréquence optimale pour maximiser l'efficacité de génération de brume par le dispositif générateur de brume (201).

Dispositifs d'inhalateur de brouillard

L'invention concerne un inhalateur de brouillard (200) permettant de générer un brouillard destiné à être inhalé par un utilisateur. Le dispositif comprend un dispositif générateur de brouillard (201) et un dispositif pilote (202). Le dispositif pilote (202) est configuré pour piloter le dispositif générateur de brouillard (201) à une fréquence optimale afin de maximiser l'efficacité de la génération de brouillard par le dispositif générateur de brouillard (201).

An apparatus for transmitting ultrasonic waves

An apparatus for transmitting ultrasonic waves, the apparatus comprising a microchip (300) for driving a resonant circuit and a resonant circuit which is at least one of an LC tank, an antenna and a piezoelectric transducer. The microchip (300) is a single unit which comprises a plurality of interconnected embedded components and subsystems comprising at least an oscillator (315), a pulse width modulation (PWM) signal generator subsystem (329), an analogue to digital converter (ADC) subsystem (318) and a digital to analogue converter (DAC) subsystem (327).

An apparatus for transmitting ultrasonic waves

An apparatus for transmitting ultrasonic waves, the apparatus comprising a microchip (300) for driving a resonant circuit and a resonant circuit which is at least one of an LC tank, an antenna and a piezoelectric transducer. The microchip (300) is a single unit which comprises a plurality of interconnected embedded components and subsystems comprising at least an oscillator (315), a pulse width modulation (PWM) signal generator subsystem (329), an analogue to digital converter (ADC) subsystem (318) and a digital to analogue converter (DAC) subsystem (327).

A microchip for driving a resonant circuit

A microchip (300) for driving a resonant circuit, wherein the resonant circuit is an LC tank, an antenna or a piezoelectric transducer, and wherein the microchip (300) is a single unit which comprises a plurality of interconnected embedded components and subsystems comprising at least an oscillator (315), a pulse width modulation (PWM) signal generator subsystem (329), an analogue to digital converter (ADC) subsystem (318) and a digital to analogue converter (DAC) subsystem (327).

An infectious disease screening device

A disease screening device (100) comprising a substrate (101) and a sonication chamber (102) formed on the substrate (101). The sonication chamber (102) is provided with an ultrasonic transducer (105) which generates ultrasonic waves to lyse cells in a sample fluid within the sonication chamber (102). The device (100) comprises a reagent chamber (111) formed on the substrate (101) for receiving a liquid PCR reagent. The device (100) comprises a controller (23) which controls the ultrasonic transducer (105) and a heating arrangement (128) which is provided on the substrate (101). The device (100) further comprises a detection apparatus which detects the presence of an infectious disease, such as COVID-19 disease.

Cell lysis systems and methods

A cell lysis device comprising a housing. The housing comprises an opening, an interference fit attachment, a sonication chamber and an ultrasonic transducer. The opening receives a sample container such that when the container is received by the opening, the opening is closed by the container to seal the housing. The interference fit attachment releasably attaches to a further interference fit attachment of a driver apparatus to releasably attach the housing to the driver apparatus. The sonication chamber is provided within the housing and is at least partly filled with an ultrasonic wave transfer medium. When the opening receives a sample container a part of the sample container projects into the transfer medium. The transducer generates ultrasonic waves in the transfer medium within the sonication chamber. The waves are transferred by the transfer medium from the transducer to the sample container to lyse cells when cells are contained within the sample container.

Mist inhaler devices for therapeutic delivery

A mist generator device (400) for delivering a mist to a user, the mist generator device (400) for use with a driver device (202). The mist generator device (400) comprises a housing (204) comprising a liquid chamber (218), the liquid chamber containing a liquid to be atomised, the liquid comprising a therapeutic. A sonication assembly (425) is coupled to the housing (204) the sonication assembly (425) comprising an ultrasonic transducer (215), a first assembly portion (426) and a second assembly portion (428) coupled to the first assembly portion (426). At least one of the first assembly portion (426) and the second assembly portion (428) comprises a resiliently deformable section that forms a seal between the first assembly portion (426) and the second assembly portion (428) which minimises or prevents a fluid from leaking between the first assembly portion (426) and the second assembly portion (428).

An infectious disease screening system

An infectious disease screening system (1) for screening for infectious diseases, such as COVID-19 disease. The system comprises an ultrasonic transducer (49) for generating ultrasonic waves to lyse cells in a biological sample. The system (1) comprises a controller which controls the ultrasonic transducer (49) to oscillate at an optimum frequency for cell lysis, a PCR apparatus (16) which receives and amplifies the DNA from the sample; and a detection apparatus (70) which detects the presence of an infectious disease in the amplified DNA and provides an output which is indicative of whether or not the detection arrangement (70) detects the presence of an infectious disease in the amplified DNA.

Mist inhaler devices

A mist inhaler device (200) for generating a mist for inhalation by a user. The device includes a mist generator device (201) and a driver device (202). The driver device (202) is configured to drive the mist generator device (201) at an optimum frequency to maximise the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator device (201).