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Sensor Fusion

The Tech Between Us Podcast
Sensor Fusion

Sponsor: STMicroelectronics

Full Podcast (38:05mins)

Introduction (00:43mins)

Condensed Podcast (09:59mins)

Join us in our product technology conversation with Dr. Jay Esfandyari of STMicroelectronics as we discuss the pervasiveness of sensors and the many applications that utilize them.

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Podcast Host

Raymond Yin

Director of Technical Content, Mouser Electronics

Podcast Guest

Dr. Jay Esfandyari

STMicroelectronics

Set Yourself Straight on Inertial Measurement Units (IMUs)

Sponsor: TDK InvenSense

Blog: Set Yourself Straight on Inertial Measurement Units (IMUs)

BLOG: Set Yourself Straight on Inertial Measurement Units (IMUs)

Sensor fusion combines multiple sensors and software solutions that enable information and communications technology, the Internet of Things, and automotive solutions. In the following, learn how Inertial Measurement Units (IMUs) combines multiple sensors into one integrated monolithic device.

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Sensor Fusion

Sensor Fusion

Medical Application Dialysis

Dialysis is the process that purifies blood by removing waste or toxic substances from the blood of patients suffering from chronic renal insufficiency or kidney failure.

icon of a person2 million people worldwide on dialysis

icon of a dollar signCosts nearly $100k per year per person

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A WIDE RANGE OF SENSORS ARE USED IN MODERN DIALYSIS EQUIPMENT TO PROMOTE THE HEALTHIER FUNCTION OF KIDNEYS.

Sensor Technology

Sensor Technology


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PRESSURE

  • Flow rate measurement
  • Disposable blood pressure sensor
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ULTRASONIC

  • Air bubble detection
  • Liquid level detection
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FORCE

  • Force measurement
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PHOTO OPTIC

  • SpO₂ (oxygen saturation) measurement
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TEMPERATURE

  • Patient body temperature
  • Blood temperature
Information from different types of sensors is combined to calculate the output signal.
Fusion Algorithm

Fusion Algorithm

Dialysis Status

Dialysis Status

Learn more about the 13MM DIGITAL OUTPUT PRESSURE SENSOR
Pressure

FLOW RATE MANAGEMENT

Pressure measurements at various process points allow flow to be calculated

  • Weldable or threaded process fittings
  • Pressure/temperature read-out
  • Digital output with low power option
Learn more about the NON-INVASIVE AIR BUBBLE LEVEL DETECTOR
Ultrasonic

AIR BUBBLE DETECTION

Positively identifies the presence of a break in flow of any type of liquid

  • Integral electronics
  • Detects bubble size as small as 70% of tubing inner diameter
  • Sensor can be customized to fit tube or pipe
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Ultrasonic

LIQUID LEVEL DETECTION

Accurately detects level of system liquids

  • Proven ultrasonic technology combined with compact electronics
  • Improved performance in aerated liquids
  • High pressure up to 250 PSIG (1724 Kpa)
Learn more about the COMPRESSION LOAD CELL - 0.5-4.5V
FORCE

FORCE MEASUREMENT

Detects occlusion in IV line

  • Small size
  • Robust: High Over-Range Capability
  • Essentially Unlimited Cycle Life Expectancy
Learn more about the PHOTO OPTIC EMITTER ASSEMBLY
Photo Optic

SpO₂ MEASUREMENT

Detects oxygen level in bloodstream

  • Spectrally paired photo-detectors components
  • Tight tolerance on red LED wavelength
  • Reflow solderable
Learn more about the NTC Probes / Assemblies
Temperature

NTC TEMPERATURE ASSEMBLY

Monitors temperature of dialyzing solution and other system fluids

  • Precision NTC thermistor sensing element
  • Customization for OEM applications
  • Robust, compact design

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