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In Medical Instrumentation 2 we pick up electronics where we left it in Medical Instrumentation 1 and start by looking at embedded systems 鈥� these are systems in which hardware and software blend together to perform a function. The basic building block of an embedded system is a microcontroller. We learn to program microcontrollers and learn to design devices that can process biomedical signals in a digital domain 鈥� digital signal processing.
In addition, we learn how to design systems that control variables in a changing and uncertain environment. For example, keep the temperature of an incubator constant in light of changing conditions. This field is called feedback control systems. We explore basic concepts of control systems and the tools used to analyse them.
Lastly, we think about some principles of safety that are required for us to use medical devices in the medical setting. The basic goal being how not to accidentally injure the very people we are trying to help by designing and building our medical devices.
In the lab, we apply the theory to design, build and test a medical device 鈥� a single channel ECG system.
Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year
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This module description was last updated on 8th April 2024.
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