Biomedical Measurements

Key Features of EMG Amplifiers

The amplifiers used for clinical EMG recording must meet same strict specifications for low-leakage currents as do ECG, EEG, and…

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Cardioverter Operation & Biomedical Application

When an operator applies an electric shock of the magnitude of that from a dc defibrillator to the patient’s chest…

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The Origin of EMG Biosignals

Introduction A key bioelectric signal that has diagnostic significance for various neuromuscular diseases is the electromyogram (EMG), which can be…

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Biomedical Sensor Specifications

The need for accurate medical diagnostic procedures places stringent requirements on the design and use of biomedical sensors. Depending on…

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Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM)

This technique allows the mapping of surfaces on a molecular or atomic scale. It can also be adapted to measure…

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What is a Biosensor?

This is a biological sensor that has the following features: A biological recognition component (selectivity). A supporting structure in intimate…

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Types of EMG Electrodes Commonly Used in Medical Measurements

We have different types of biopotential electrodes that are used in recording electromyographic (EMG) signals from different muscles in the…

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Microelectromechanical System Transducers (MEMS)–Based Medical Sensors

Microelectromechanical system transducers (MEMS) are fabricated using solid-state micromachining techniques that are typically employed by the semiconductor industry in the…

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ECG Electrodes

A typical flexible ECG electrode is composed of certain types of polymers or elastomers that are made electrically conductive by…

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Key Considerations for Biopotential Measurements

Biopotential measurements are done using different types of specialized electrodes. The work of these recording electrodes is to couple the…

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