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Sensors for human-machine-interfaces in smart medical systems – Integration challenges and solutions

Thomas Maeder
2013
Conference Papers

Abstract

Increasing situational awareness at human-machine interface level is a key success factor for high efficiency therapies and surgical procedures. On a technical level, cost-effective, reliable sensor integration becomes the most critical element where multi-disciplinary approaches are needed in the fields of sensor design, sensory intelligence, energy management, packaging and materials. We present two examples of mechanical human-machine-interfaces (HMIs) in completely different use cases in the medical field where sensor integration adds significant value.

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Thomas Maeder
2013
Conference Papers

Abstract

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https://infoscience.epfl.ch/entities/publication/6377a7ae-33d3-434d-8403-dcd6a27c2a7c

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