24-01-2013 дата публикации
Номер: US20130023748A1
Apparatus and techniques are provided for interfacing a device with a surface. The apparatus and techniques provide gel encapsulation and isolation mechanisms to extend the shelf-life of the preparation devices, allow for the use of more effective materials, and improve the quality of the contact between a device and an application surface. Particular embodiments of these apparatus and techniques suitable for use in medical contexts are also provided. 1. A device for preparing a subject , comprising:at least one capsule containing a gel;a contact portion comprising a plurality of tines, positioned above the gel capsule; andan actuation surface, positioned above the contact portion;wherein, when the capsule of the preparation device is in contact with a subject, applying a downward force to the actuation surface causes the contact portion to compress the capsule and release the gel contained therein.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein applying a downward force to the actuation surface causes the contact portion to burst the capsule claim 1 , thereby releasing the gel contained therein.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein applying a downward force to the actuation surface causes the contact portion to pierce the capsule claim 1 , thereby releasing the gel contained therein.4. The device of claim 3 , wherein the capsule is pierced by at least one of the plurality of tines.5. The device of claim 3 , wherein the capsule is pierced by a piercing member of the contact portion.6. The device of claim 1 , wherein the capsule is not in contact with any of the plurality of tines prior to compressing the capsule.7. The device of claim 6 , wherein compressing brings the capsule into contact with at least one of the plurality of tines.8. The device of claim 1 , wherein the capsule is in contact with at least one of the plurality of tines prior to compressing the capsule.9. The device of claim 1 , wherein the actuation surface is concave.10. The device of claim 1 , wherein the capsule ...
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