Abstract: A wearable neurostimulator includes a fabric structure, a flexible circuit printed on the fabric structure with exposed electrically conductive portions, and a rigid PCB including an electrical circuit and exposed electrically conductive portions. A rivet includes a shank that extends through the fabric structure, conductive pads, PCB, and conductive vias. The rivet electrically connects the conductive portions of the PCB circuit to the conductive portions of the flexible circuit.

Abstract: A primary battery includes a positive electrode having a first material capable of bonding with lithium, a negative electrode having lithium, and a non-aqueous electrolyte. The primary battery is capable of providing an average load voltage of greater than about 3.5 volts.

Abstract: The present invention is an efficient and economical battery sealing and supporting device and method. Among a variety of possible applications, the present invention may be utilized as an improved device and method that facilitates the use of cochlear stimulators designed to allow deaf and near deaf patients to experience the sensation of sound waves through electromechanical stimulation. The present invention eliminates the introduction of sweat, body fluid and other contaminants to the battery terminal connection area, which results in corrosion and eventually disables the connected device. Given its broad scope, the technology associated with the present invention is useful in medical and other areas, such as in military applications, hand-held computer and Internet systems and personal entertainment devices.

Abstract: Disclosed is a positive electrode (30) comprising: a foil substrate (32); and a slurry coated on both faces, wherein the coating (34, 36) comprises an active material comprising particles having an average diameter of greater than 1 ?m to about 100 ?m. Also disclosed is an electrode assembly and battery using, and a method for making, the positive electrode. Also disclosed is a method for making a negative electrode (70) comprising the acts of: providing a foil substrate (72); and laminating lithium foil (74, 78) onto both faces, leaving a portion free of lithium. Also disclosed is a hermetically sealable electric storage battery and a manufacturing method for filling and sealing it.

Abstract: A feedthrough assembly and method for a battery includes a corrosion-prone pin coupled to a corrosion-resistant current collector and protected from the battery electrolyte by a protective covering. The current collector is connected to the battery electrode without danger of exposing the pin to the electrolyte.

Abstract: The present invention is an efficient and economical battery sealing and supporting device and method. Among a variety of possible applications, the present invention may be utilized as an improved device and method that facilitates the use of cochlear stimulators designed to allow deaf and near deaf patients to experience the sensation of sound waves through electromechanical stimulation. The present invention eliminates the introduction of sweat, body fluid and other contaminants to the battery terminal connection area, which results in corrosion and eventually disables the connected device. Given its broad scope, the technology associated with the present invention is useful in medical and other areas, such as in military applications, hand-held computer and Internet systems and personal entertainment devices.