Innovative Drug Delivery Device Revolutionizes Immunotherapy
Technology Category
- Platform as a Service (PaaS) - Device Management Platforms
- Sensors - Electrical Conductivity Sensors
Applicable Industries
- Electronics
- Transportation
Applicable Functions
- Logistics & Transportation
- Product Research & Development
Use Cases
- Last Mile Delivery
- Onsite Human Safety Management
Services
- Hardware Design & Engineering Services
- System Integration
About The Customer
The customer in this case study is a leading drug delivery provider. They are at the forefront of the medical industry, constantly innovating to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving environment. They specialize in the delivery of immunotherapies, treatments that use the body's own immune system to fight cancer. These therapies are challenging to deliver due to their large molecular size. The company's objective was to design and manufacture the world's first electromechanical device for the delivery of these life-saving immunotherapies, integrating electrical hardware, software, and mechanical components, and meeting New Product Introduction (NPI) requirements.
The Challenge
In the highly competitive and rapidly evolving medical industry, companies are under constant pressure to innovate and stay ahead of the curve. One such challenge faced by a leading drug delivery provider was the delivery of immunotherapies, treatments that utilize the body's immune system to combat cancer. These therapies are notoriously difficult to inject into the human body due to their large molecular size. The company aimed to design and manufacture the world's first electromechanical device for the delivery of these life-saving immunotherapies. The device needed to integrate electrical hardware, software, and mechanical components. It also had to meet New Product Introduction (NPI) requirements, including electrical and mechanical process design, test development, line and equipment build, installation, and operational and performance qualifications.
The Solution
The company partnered with Flex, a provider of product lifecycle solutions, to design and manufacture the innovative drug delivery device. The device applies an electric current to the membrane of a cell to open pores or channels, allowing the drug or DNA to pass through. To ensure dose accuracy, which is critical in immunotherapy, Flex engineers incorporated multiple layers of switches, including mechanical, senseless rotational, and optical. They also developed a special algorithm to compensate for minor deviations in delivery. The collaboration with Flex also allowed the inclusion of other features for safety, longevity, and comfort in the design process.
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