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Briefs: Wearables
Wearable Electronics for Continuous Cardiac, Respiratory Monitoring
The small sensor allows detection of subtle movements.
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Briefs: Medical
Stretchable Micro-Supercapacitors to Self-Power Wearable Devices
The system harvests energy from human breathing and motion.
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Briefs: Medical
Ultra-Thin, Highly Sensitive Strain Sensors Improve Robotic Arms
The sensors improve the safety and precision of industrial robotic arms.
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Briefs: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Sensors for ‘Smart’ Wound Bandage Track Healing, Immune Response
Wearable sensors monitor certain biomarkers during healing.
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Briefs: Medical
New Semiconductor Detector Shows Promise for Medical Diagnostics
Detector can identify radioactive isotopes with high resolution.
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Briefs: Medical
Respirator 2.0: New N95-Alternative Introduces Sensors for a Better Fit
The respirator earned a 100 percent success rate for fit testing.
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Briefs: IoMT
Chipset-Specific IPDs Simplify Development of Next-Gen Wireless Medical IoT Applications
Miniaturized, front-end IPDs are specifically designed to seamlessly connect.
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Briefs: Robotics, Automation & Control
Tapping the Brain to Boost Stroke Rehabilitation
A brain-machine interface coupled with robot offers increased benefits for stroke survivors.
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Briefs: Medical
Device Combines Biosensors and Artificial Intelligence to Recognize Hand Gestures
The device paves the way for better prosthetic control.
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Briefs: Medical
Extraction of Largely Unexplored Bodily Fluid Could Be a New Source of Biomarkers
Fluid could provide a new source of information for routine diagnostic testing.
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Briefs: Medical
Low-Cost, Customized Prosthesis Using 3D Printing
A novel 3D printed prosthetic arm is more comfortable, flexible, and cheaper than a conventional prosthesis.
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Briefs: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Implantable Sensor Could Measure Bodily Functions and Safely Biodegrade
Sensors need to be flexible, stretchable, biodegradable, safe, and stable for use in the body.
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Briefs: Design
Scientists Propose Laser Scalpel with a ‘Curved’ Blade
Changing the shape of the blade will expand the possibilities of using the laser in medicine.
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Briefs: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Sensor Can Detect Scarred or Fatty Liver Tissue
Diagnosing liver damage earlier could help to prevent liver failure in many patients.
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Briefs: Regulations/Standards
Medical Device Usability Requirements: Changes to IEC 62366
The updated standard allows the manufacturer to assess and mitigate risks that are associated with correct use and use errors.
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Briefs: Medical
Ultrathin Pressure Sensor Attaches Directly to Skin
The sensor measures how fingers interact with objects.
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Briefs: Wearables
Essentials of PCBA Cleaning for Wearables
It is essential to incorporate PCBA cleaning into the planning and production of wearables.
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Briefs: Manufacturing & Prototyping
Creating a Quality Management Protocol for Molded Plastics Used in Medical Device Manufacturing
Inspection, measurement, and documentation are critical elements.
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Briefs: Medical
Implantable Device Can Monitor and Treat Heart Disease
Bioelectronics are based on fully rubbery electronic materials that are compatible with heart tissue.
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Briefs: Medical
Optical Imaging Technology May Help Surgeons Better Treat Cancer, Brain Diseases
Optical imaging helps surgeons map out tumors.
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Briefs: Electronics & Computers
Improved Electrosurgical Grounding Pad Prevents Patient Skin Burn During Electrosurgery
A specially designed grounding plate uses integrated heat removal components.
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Briefs: Electronics & Computers
Switch-Mode Power Supply (SMPS) Emissions Filtering: Attenuation vs. Leakage Trade-Off
This relationship is important to understand when developing the end system.
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Briefs: Nanotechnology
Tiny Devices Promise New Horizon for Medical Imaging
This form of radiation does not damage living tissues.
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Briefs: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Patches Detect When a Viral Disease Is About to Get Worse
Sensing patch detects increased biomarkers in bodily fluids.
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Briefs: Manufacturing & Prototyping
Lego-Inspired Bone and Soft Tissue Repair with Tiny, 3D Printed Bricks
Flea-sized, hollow blocks can be filled with materials that improve healing.
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Briefs: RF & Microwave Electronics
Millimeter Wave Technology Joins the Fight to Prevent Future Viral Outbreaks
The technology provides insight into the mechanics of viral transfer.
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Briefs: Electronics & Computers
Eliminating Latency in Next-Gen Wi-Fi 6E Devices
Advanced High-Q RF components will play a critical role in eliminating latency issues.
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Briefs: Wearables
Adhesive Film Turns Smartwatch into Biochemical Health Monitoring System
The system looks for chemical indicators found in sweat.
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Briefs: Medical
Temporary COVID-Specific Treatment and Testing Facilities Require Distinct Interconnect Solutions
Robust connectivity is integral to the accuracy and efficiency.
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