System Efficiency at Different Friction Coefficients

Injection force is an essential characteristic for a dosing device. Ypsomed has developed its own mathematical model for evaluating the frictional efficiency of a dosing system. Using this model, we are able to find the best combination of design materials and forces early in development.

The ability to quickly prepare prototype parts and devices at different stages during a project is central to device development. As a design progresses, the requirements on number and quality of prototypes evolves as well.

System Efficiency at Different Friction Coefficients used either directly or as a basis for further developments, in both cases leading to shorter timelines and ultimately cost efficiencies compared to a traditional bottom-up design approach. At Ypsomed, we have a series of technologies for preparing parts and devices depending on what is needed. Our rapid prototyping set-up is capable of delivering single parts within hours, while prototype tooling can be prepared within weeks to produce larger numbers of devices.

During a device development process the patient continues to play a key role. That’s why Ypsomed brings usability aspects into focus: Can the patient perform all the necessary handling steps? Can the display be read? Answering these questions leads to
a clear result: Better quality of life for patients worldwide.

Once a new device concept has been created, we start development by defining the optimum ergonomic and visual design both by drawing on our own experience and by collaborating with experienced external design partners. Handling studies with specific patient groups enable us to detect any defects in terms of handling and ergonomics.

The new concept is then taken through development supported by our state of the art usability engineering process ensuring technical performance and patient safety.