Abstract: A sample collection device for collecting a fluid sample is provided. The device includes a sample collection chamber, for collecting a sample therein, having a first end and a second end and a sample collection conduit, for conveying a sample from a user into the sample collection chamber. The sample collection conduit includes an inlet for receiving a sample and wherein in at least a first position the sample collection conduit extends from within the sample collection chamber out through the first end such that at least the inlet is outside of the sample collection chamber. The device further includes a plunger configured to expel the sample out of the sample collection chamber through the second end of the sample collection chamber.

Abstract: A sample collection device for collecting a fluid sample, including a sample collection chamber for collecting a sample therein, wherein the chamber includes a chamber outlet through which a fluid sample can pass. The device further includes a sample collection conduit extending through an opening of sample collection chamber to an outside of the sample collection chamber, wherein the sample collection conduit includes a conduit inlet for receiving a fluid sample and a conduit outlet for allowing the fluid sample to pass into the sample collection chamber. The device further includes a plunger configured to expel the fluid out of the sample collection chamber through the chamber outlet.

Abstract: A fluid transfer connector comprises a medical standard connector part comprising a fluid transfer port, a connector part for flexible tubing, the connector part arranged to form a fluid connection with the fluid transfer port such that, in use, a fluid flow can pass between flexible tubing connected to the connector part and the fluid transfer port. The connector further comprises a moveable member arranged to interrupt the fluid flow in the flexible tubing when moved from a first position to a second position. The moveable member is further arranged to release a connection, in use, between the medical standard connector part and a corresponding adaptor part such as a female hub).

Abstract: A sample collection device for collecting a fluid sample is provided. The device includes a sample collection chamber, for collecting a sample therein, having a first end and a second end and a sample collection conduit, for conveying a sample from a user into the sample collection chamber. The sample collection conduit includes an inlet for receiving a sample and wherein in at least a first position the sample collection conduit extends from within the sample collection chamber out through the first end such that at least the inlet is outside of the sample collection chamber. The device further includes a plunger configured to expel the sample out of the sample collection chamber through the second end of the sample collection chamber.

Abstract: A fluid transfer device (201) comprises a body and a medical connector part (204), extending from the main body, for connection, in use, with a corresponding hub. A fluid flow path (208) extends through the body and medical connector part. A flow regulation valve is arranged in the fluid flow path in the body, for selectively controlling the flow rate of fluid through the fluid flow path. A flow control member (226) may be arranged to directly operate the flow regulation valve. A disconnection member (228) is mounted to the body and arranged to move relative to the medical connector part (204) to release, in use, the hub connected to the medical connector part. The flow regulation valve and disconnection member (228) are independently operable.

Abstract: A medical device connector includes a fluid transfer tip including a tapered surface for creating a friction fitting between the fluid transfer tip and a hub. A separable collar includes a first and second arcuate segments. The second segment includes an engagement feature for engaging with a corresponding engagement feature of a hub. A moveable disconnection member is arranged such that movement of the disconnection member moves the second segment of the separable collar from a first closed collar configuration position, to a second position, corresponding to an open collar configuration, in which the second segment is moved relative to the fluid transfer tip and the first segment, so as to allow disengagement of the engagement feature from the corresponding engagement feature. Movement of the disconnection member also releases the friction fitting between the fluid transfer tip and the hub.

Abstract: A fluid transfer connector comprises a medical standard connector part comprising a fluid transfer port, a connector part for flexible tubing, the connector part arranged to form a fluid connection with the fluid transfer port such that, in use, a fluid flow can pass between flexible tubing connected to the connector part and the fluid transfer port. The connector further comprises a moveable member arranged to interrupt the fluid flow in the flexible tubing when moved from a first position to a second position. The moveable member is further arranged to release a connection, in use, between the medical standard connector part and a corresponding adaptor part such as a female hub.

Abstract: A fluid transfer device may include a body member and a fluid transfer tip, wherein the fluid transfer tip may include a tapered friction fitting for a corresponding hub. The fluid transfer device also may include a disconnecting member having a front portion and a rear portion and engagement features operating between the disconnecting member and the body member. The engagement features engage with one another to inhibit the front portion of the disconnecting member from moving relative to the fluid transfer tip. The fluid transfer device is arranged such that upon application of a force to the rear portion of the disconnecting member, the disconnecting member deforms so that the engagement features are no longer in engagement with one another. This allows the front portion of the disconnecting member to move relative to the fluid transfer tip and subsequently release the hub from the friction fitting.

Abstract: A storage device (2) for storing a plurality of objects. The storage device (2) comprises: a carousel (8) defining a plurality of cavities (34); a sealing strip (6) extending around the carousel (8) so as to seal the plurality of cavities (34) and a concentric guide structure (18) extending at least partially around the carousel (8). The storage device (2) further comprises a driving member (42) attached to the sealing strip (6). The driving member (42) is arranged such that when moved relative to the guide structure (18), the driving member (42) pulls on the sealing strip (6) and thereby releases a portion of the sealing strip (6) and subsequently wraps the released portion of the sealing strip (6) around the guide structure (18).

Abstract: A disconnecting mechanism includes a main body including a fluid transfer tip having a tapered surface to form a friction fit with a corresponding connector. The lever member includes a threaded portion to enable the corresponding connector part to be connected to the fluid transfer tip by a screw fit in addition to the friction fit, and an actuator portion to actuate release of the friction fit. In a first pivotal position, the threaded portion has a first position close to the fluid transfer tip to engage with an outer thread or rim of the corresponding part and thereby form the screw fit in addition to the friction fit. In a second pivotal position, the threaded portion has a second position further away from the fluid transfer tip to disconnect the screw fit and the actuator portion is moved forward to push the connector part and release the friction fit.

Abstract: A fluid transfer device may include a fluid transfer tip that has a tapered friction fitting for a corresponding hub and an additional means for gripping a hub in a locked position when connected to the fluid transfer tip by the friction fitting. A disconnecting member is provided with a resilient bias that causes it to engage the gripping means and thereby assist in holding the hub in the locked position. The disconnecting member is moveable relative to the fluid transfer tip and against the resilient bias so as to release engagement of the gripping means, move the hub out of the locked position provided by the gripping means and release the hub from the friction fitting.

Abstract: A device for shielding at least part of a limb from the view of a wearer of the device. The shielding device may include a shield with a first configuration in which it is substantially planar and a second configuration in which it has a three-dimensional shape. The shield may include one or more hinge lines, enabling it to be converted from the first configuration to the second configuration. The device also may include an attachment portion with one or more elongate members to attach around a limb of a wearer in use. An edge portion of the shield may include an outer edge opposite the hinge line that is at least partially divided into independently moveable sections such that the edge portion can be flexed to help convert the shield into a three-dimensional configuration.

Abstract: A disconnecting mechanism includes a main body including a fluid transfer tip having a tapered surface to form a friction fit with a corresponding connector. The lever member includes a threaded portion to enable the corresponding connector part to be connected to the fluid transfer tip by a screw fit in addition to the friction fit, and an actuator portion to actuate release of the friction fit. In a first pivotal position, the threaded portion has a first position close to the fluid transfer tip to engage with an outer thread or rim of the corresponding part and thereby form the screw fit in addition to the friction fit. In a second pivotal position, the threaded portion has a second position further away from the fluid transfer tip to disconnect the screw fit and the actuator portion is moved forward to push the connector part and release the friction fit.

Abstract: A sealed package containing a medical device, such as a syringe, that has a predefined centre of mass. The package may include a cavity containing the device and a removable backing that seals the device inside the cavity. A fulcrum within the cavity is defined as a point of contact between the device and a wall of the cavity, the fulcrum being positioned such that the predefined centre of mass of the device is forward of the fulcrum so that the device tends to pivot forward about the fulcrum into a stable position. A front pocket is formed in the cavity which extends forward of and below the fulcrum to receive a front end of the device when the device is free to pivot into a stable position.

Abstract: A fluid transfer device, or connector for a fluid transfer device, including a body member and a disconnecting member having a front portion and a rear portion. The disconnecting member is mounted to the body member so as to allow movement of its front portion relative to a fluid transfer tip, the fluid transfer tip may include a tapered friction fitting for a corresponding hub. There are provided engagement features operating between the disconnecting member and the body member which engage with one another to inhibit the front portion of the disconnecting member from moving relative to the fluid transfer tip. The device is arranged such that the disconnecting member deforms so that the engagement features are no longer in engagement with one another, thereby allowing the front portion of the disconnecting member to move relative to the fluid transfer tip and subsequently release the hub from the friction fitting.

Abstract: A fluid transfer device or connection with a fluid transfer tip that has a tapered friction fitting for a corresponding hub. A lever member is pivotally mounted to move relative to the fluid transfer tip. A latch such as a screw thread is mounted on the lever member to engage the hub and provide a positive connection e.g., screw fit in addition to the friction fitting. The lever member may optionally be resiliently biased by a spring. The hub is disconnected from the tip by pivoting the lever member to release the positive connection with the hub and to subsequently release the hub from the friction fitting.

Abstract: A fluid transfer device such as a syringe may include a fluid chamber in communication with a male connector tip. The male connector tip is tapered to form a friction fit when inserted in a corresponding female hub. A disconnecting member, e.g., in the form of a lever member has a front surface moveable along the male connector tip between a first position proximal to the fluid chamber and a second position spaced from the first position towards a distal end of the male connector tip so as to release the friction fit. A catch is arranged to catch the female hub after it has been released from the friction fit by the lever member moving towards the second position. The catch may be released when the lever member pivots back towards the first position under the resilient bias of a spring tongue.

Abstract: A fluid transfer device may include a body member and a fluid transfer tip, wherein the fluid transfer tip may include a tapered friction fitting for a corresponding hub. The fluid transfer device also may include a disconnecting member having a front portion and a rear portion and engagement features operating between the disconnecting member and the body member. The engagement features engage with one another to inhibit the front portion of the disconnecting member from moving relative to the fluid transfer tip. The fluid transfer device is arranged such that upon application of a force to the rear portion of the disconnecting member, the disconnecting member deforms so that the engagement features are no longer in engagement with one another. This allows the front portion of the disconnecting member to move relative to the fluid transfer tip and subsequently release the hub from the friction fitting.

Abstract: A fluid transfer device (2) comprises a prefilled fluid chamber (4) in communication with a needleless fluid transfer tip, a cap (10) covering the fluid transfer tip, and a disconnecting member (14) operable to move the cap (10) so as to at least partially uncover the fluid transfer tip. The disconnecting member (14) comprises a lever member pivotally mounted to the prefilled fluid chamber (4) with a front surface (16) moveable to push the cap (10) away. The cap (10) can therefore be removed in a one-handed operation without requiring manual manipulation of the cap (10).