Patent ReferencesInventorApplicationNo. 05/603505 filed on 08/11/1975US Classes:600/391, Adhesive600/394, Head and socket connector for attaching lead to electrode600/397Electrolyte containingExaminersPrimary: Michell, Robert W.Assistant: Cohen, Lee S. Attorney, Agent or FirmInternational ClassA61B 5/0408 (20060101)AbstractAn electrode arrangement is presented which provides for a reliable electrical contact with the skin of a person or animal. The electrode arrangement comprises, in combination, a central post with a base flange, an adhesive pad having a central aperture for receiving the central post, a gel member and a resilient o-ring shaped member. An alternate embodiment comprises a central post and base flange, an adhesive pad having a central aperture for receiving the central post, and a shield washer, with a central aperture for receiving the central post, mounted above the adhesive pad. Both embodiments minimize the effect of physical forces placed on the electrical contact. | |