Efficient Power Consumption in CGM Devices

Continuous glucose monitoring system using lithium batteries that can have extended shelf life and reduced power consumption in sleep mode compared to existing continuous glucose monitoring devices. The system has a power interface detection module that checks the current and voltage. If they exceed a threshold, it disconnects the battery from the voltage regulator and connects just the battery and management module. This saves power as the regulator isn't needed. In this mode, the system can still monitor glucose but can't transmit data. It reconnects to the regulator for full functionality. This allows long-term storage without draining the battery.

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Low-power dynamic blood glucose monitoring device for continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems that reduces power consumption compared to existing CGMs. The device has a bidirectional wake-up mechanism where it can actively wake up a host computer or be awakened by the host. It uses a FIFO buffer to save data during power off and enter low-power sleep states between samples. The device can be used in a system with a host computer to minimize power by waking up infrequently and communicating data in bursts.

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Analyte sensor system worn by a user that monitors battery life and extends battery usage. The system measures battery power level and predicts remaining life based on usage assumptions. It then adjusts sensor operations like data transmission if the battery is low. This prolongs sensor system operation by skipping transmissions when the battery is low instead of draining it further.

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Modular continuous power supply system for glucose monitoring devices like continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) to improve battery life and enable longer monitoring periods. The system uses a redundant power architecture with a rechargeable supercapacitor as a backup power source. When connected to a battery, the supercapacitor charges continuously. If the battery is removed, the supercapacitor provides power to the CGM through a continuous power supply circuit. This prevents interruption of monitoring when the battery is swapped or removed.

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Transmitting and receiving biometric information between a sensor and a device in a continuous monitoring system reduces the load of determining whether biometric information was received at every regular interval. Instead, it checks for unreceived data only at longer non-receipt intervals and selectively requests missing data if needed. This reduces processing and energy waste compared to constant checking.

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Integrated glucose monitoring system that combines a glucose meter, mobile device, and housing into a single unitary device for convenient and less invasive glucose monitoring. The integrated system eliminates the need for separate glucose meters and mobile devices. The housing surrounds both devices, providing easy access and management of supplies. The integrated system reduces discomfort, the spread of disease, and the burden of managing separate devices.

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Continuous glucose monitoring device that can extend battery life without increasing size by using the glucose sensor itself as a power source when the main controller is sleeping. A battery management circuit connects the glucose sensor and storage battery. During normal operation, the glucose sensor provides data to the controller. When the controller sleeps, the battery management circuit switches to charge the battery from the glucose sensor's oxidation current. This self-powered feature extends device runtime without needing a separate battery.

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Selectively disabling components of a medical device like a continuous glucose monitor during data transmission to reduce noise and improve signal quality. The device determines the battery temperature and charge level and disables components when thresholds are reached to prevent issues like desensitization or corruption. It also selectively disables components during data reception windows to reduce noise. This allows enhanced and more accurate signal transmission and reception.

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A self-powered implantable glucose monitoring device that extends the device's battery life without increasing size. The device has a main control module, battery management module, storage battery, and glucose sensor. The glucose sensor is connected to both the main control module and battery management module. During blood sugar monitoring, the sensor provides current to the main module through the battery management module. During sleep, the sensor charges the battery through the battery management module. This allows the sensor to double as a biological fuel cell to extend battery life without affecting device size.

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Body attachable glucose monitoring device that can be easily powered on and operated using light or touch commands instead of physical buttons. The device has a housing, sensor, PCB, battery, and connection control unit. The connection control unit generates a connection signal to electrically connect the battery and PCB based on user input from a touch panel or optical receiver. This allows powering the device before and after attachment without physical buttons. A blocking film covers the input to prevent accidental activation.

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Efficiently changing the power state of devices like glucose sensors to reduce energy consumption while maintaining functionality. The techniques involve using external stimuli like light or magnetic fields to activate the device without powering on the entire circuitry. This allows activating the device before attaching it to the body. Wireless communications can also be used to adaptively change the power mode by monitoring the device and increasing the communication power until enough is supplied to transition to a higher power mode.

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A minimally invasive multi-analyte continuous glucose monitoring (MCGM) system that enables automated insulin delivery for diabetes management. The system uses a single probe inserted under the skin to continuously monitor glucose and at least one other analyte like lactate or ketones. Integrating multiple signals from the same probe reduces the burden compared to multiple sensor insertions. The combined biochemical and physical data allows automated insulin delivery algorithms to refine personalized treatment and anticipate glucose changes based on context like meals, exercise, stress, and sleep.

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System for transmitting data from a continuous glucose monitor to a display device with power-saving features. The monitor and display communicate using a two-way channel. The monitor can be woken up from low-power sleep by the display using NFC. This reduces power compared to continuous transmission. The monitor can also detect excess current during sleep to determine if it's awake. The display can also request a transmission pause mode. The monitor can provide a reduced power state during this time. The display can also request adjustments to sensor data based on leakage current.

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Self-powered glucose sensor that does not require a separate battery. The sensor has an integrated circuit with a capacitor to store charge from the sensor's electrical signals. When a nearby device with a strong magnetic field passes, it latches a switch to connect the capacitor to the circuit components. This provides power to process the stored sensor signals and transmit glucose levels using RFID. The sensor and electronics are sealed in a sterilizable housing.

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Implantable sensor for continuous monitoring of analytes in body fluids like blood, saliva, etc. The sensor has an internal power source (charge storage device) and an inductive element for wireless communication. It can take measurements when not near an external power source by using internal power. When near the external device, it wirelessly transmits stored measurements. A scheduler issues autonomous measurement commands based on an internal clock to periodically measure when not near the external device. This allows continuous monitoring without relying solely on external power.

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A medical device for measuring physiological parameters like blood glucose that includes an NFC antenna for wireless energy harvesting. The device has an energy storage unit, charge control unit, and NFC antenna to draw energy from nearby electromagnetic fields. When the stored charge is low, the device prevents parameter measurements to avoid erroneous readings. This ensures accurate physiological parameter measurements by avoiding low voltage or charge conditions that can impact NFC performance.

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Continuous glucose monitor (CGM) for diabetics that eliminates the need to replace disposable batteries and sensors, reducing waste and cost. The CGM uses an energy conversion device with an oscillating weight and magnets to generate electricity from body motion. This replaces disposable batteries in the sensor. The generated power is stored in a rechargeable device and managed to optimize usage. The CGM continuously monitors blood glucose levels without needing finger pricks. The oscillating weight swings due to body motion and generates electricity from the magnetic field. This powers the CGM instead of disposable batteries. A rechargeable battery stores the generated power and a power management circuit optimizes usage. This avoids sensor battery replacement and waste.

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A handheld diabetes management device that separates the power consumption of the communications module from the user interface module to optimize battery life. The device has a separate processor for collecting and storing continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) data from a CGM device, and a separate processor for displaying the CGM data to the user. The CGM data collection processor operates at a lower power rate than the user interface processor to save battery. This allows asynchronous data collection and reporting to reduce power consumption.

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Optimizing power consumption of disposable wireless sensors used in biological processes to enable single-use sensors that can be placed anywhere and provide better process control. The sensors have a switch to connect/disconnect power, a power source, and a controller that optimizes power usage based on process parameters and user input. This allows reducing the battery size for compact sensors that can be embedded in connectors or devices.

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Compact, implantable power source that is analyte-based and can also function as a biosensor. The power system uses a biofuel cell, like a glucose or lactate biofuel cell, to generate power from analytes like glucose or lactate. A voltage amplifier and capacitor are used to amplify and store the low voltage signals from the biofuel cell. This allows powering devices while also sensing the analyte concentration by monitoring the charge/discharge cycles of the capacitor.

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