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Comment by stefan_

This diagram of an open source pancreas has about 3 devices and 3 cables too many. A coin cell can run the control loop forever.

I'm guessing industry hasn't produced this in a streamlined (reasonable) device because it will never be certified, and open source is just a codeword for subverting the regulatory process. Which, from a diabetes sufferer POV, is understandable.

The dark cloud on the horizon is that if the FCC throws a hissy fit because you can install new software on your wireless router, imagine what the FDA will do if you market your device as compatible with this open source software that claims to automagically control your insulin pump.

parent stefan_ 7 years ago

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