Functional safety is becoming one of the most important features in embedded systems, especially in the automotive and industrial markets, where safety and reliability are critical design attributes. It encompasses the development of a Safety Integrity Level (SIL) according to IEC 61508 functional safety standard for the general industry and an Automotive Safety Integrity Level […]
Optical blood-pressure trending reference design enables convenient monitoring
Until now, accurate blood-pressure monitoring could only be achieved with bulky and mechanical cuff-based medical devices. Now, Maxim Integrated Products, Inc. has introduced a solid-state blood-pressure monitoring solution to more conveniently track this critical health indicator. Design engineers can develop blood-pressure trending solutions with the MAXREFDES220# reference design from Maxim. Comprised of a complete integrated […]
Compact medical camera module boasts fast frame rate, 640k resolution
OmniVision Technologies, Inc. announced the OC0SA — the latest member of its growing family of CameraCubeChip wafer-level camera modules for medical applications. This new module offers a resolution of 800×800 with the highest frame rate of 60fps, or 400×400 resolution at 90fps, for blur-free images and video. Additionally, the OC0SA provides a compact size of […]
All-in-one biosensor checks heart rate, blood ox, light levels in one small module
Integrated Device Technology, Inc. introduced the OB1203, a fully integrated all-in-one biosensor module for mobile and wearable devices. The OB1203 is the smallest sensor of its kind. In addition to non-invasive measurement of heart rate and blood oxygen levels, the OB1203 module integrates additional sensors needed in the latest generation mobile devices, including an ambient light sensor […]
Projected capacitive (PCAP) touch panels now come in 21.5-in, 31.5-in sizes
Fujitsu Components America has added 21.5-inch and 31.5-inch projected capacitive (PCAP) touch panels to its standard PCAP-S series line. The expansion addresses the increasing OEM development of large, interactive displays for digital signage, industrial PC, instrumentation, medical equipment, and smart retail applications. The new large touch panels consist of a Glass-Film-Film structure measuring 1.8mm-thick with […]
Multicore MCUs target open-source software-based apps in real-time, power-constrained uses
STMicroelectronics has introduced the STM32MP1 multicore microprocessor series with compute and graphics support combined with power-efficient real-time control and high feature integration will facilitate development of high-performance solutions for industrial, consumer, smart home, health and wellness applications. STM32MP1 series microprocessor (MPU) products leverage the strong, proven STM32*-family ecosystem from ST and its partners, including tools and technical […]
Connectivity software offers medical-grade connectivity framework for IIoT
Real-Time Innovations (RTI) announced a variety of new capabilities to its industry-leading connectivity software, RTI Connext DDS, designed to advance the development of complex medical systems. Based on the Data Distribution Standard (DDS), this new product release will provide medical device manufacturers with the connectivity technology needed to address critical design challenges faced in developing secure, interoperable […]
3D medical image signal processors for endoscopes & catheters
OmniVision Technologies, Inc. announced at the MD&M West trade show a major expansion of its OVMed medical image signal processor (ISP) family, designed to pair with its high-performance medical image sensors for quick integration into single-use and reusable endoscopes as well as catheters. Building on the success of OmniVision’s versatile OVMed ISPs introduced in 2018, these five new […]
What’s new with Wi-Fi 6? Focus on high-efficiency
The first wide-spread home electrical appliance was the toaster, and 90% of homes today still have one.[i] Today, wireless connectivity to the internet is as ubiquitous as the electricity was a hundred years ago. Smartphones, tablets, wearables, laptops, televisions, Nest thermostats, Alexa, Google Home, Ring video doorbell sensors, surveillance cameras door locks, smart lighting, and […]
Integrated PPG and ECG biosensor module for mobile devices
The new MAX86150from Maxim Integrated Products, Inc. is a first-of-a kind biosensor module, comprised of internal LEDs, photodetectors and an ECG analog front-end (AFE) to provide highly accurate, FDA-certifiable PPG and ECG performance in compact, power-saving designs, including mobile phones, laptops, tablets and smart speakers. Delivering synchronized PPG and ECG measurements has been challenging because designers […]
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