Noninvasive Physiological Measurement - Wireless Microwave Sensing

This book explains the principles and techniques of microwave physiological sensing and introduces fundamental results of noninvasive sensing of physiological signatures, signs, and life detection. Techniques for contact and remote sensing of circulatory and respiratory movements and physiological volume changes are discussed.

List of contents

1. Introduction. 2. Pioneering Investigations. 3. Microwave Propagation, Reflection, and Scattering. 4. Microwave Property of Living Matters. 5. Microwaves in Biological Systems. 6. System Analysis and Signal Processing. 7. Vital Sign Sensing: Heartbeat and Respiration. 8. Arterial Pulse Wave and Pressure Sensing. 9. Sensing of Tissue Volume Change and Redistribution. 10. Wearable Devices and Sensors. 11. Advanced Topics and Contemporary Applications. Appendix. Standard prefixes used with units of the international system (SI) of measurements.

About the author

Dr. James C. Lin’s pioneering work inspired many researchers to follow, and many more to follow them. He is recognized as one of the world’s most renowned scientists who has studied microwave and RF radiation in biology and medicine. He has served as a professor of bioengineering, electrical and computer engineering, physiology and biophysics, and physical and rehabilitation medicine.

Summary

This book explains the principles and techniques of microwave physiological sensing and introduces fundamental results of noninvasive sensing of physiological signatures, signs, and life detection. Techniques for contact and remote sensing of circulatory and respiratory movements and physiological volume changes are discussed.

Product details

• Authors: James C. Lin, James C. (University of Illinois At Chicago Lin, Lin James C.
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 22.02.2024
• EAN: 9781032319155
• ISBN: 978-1-0-3231915-5
• No. of pages: 464
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Technology > Electronics, electrical engineering, communications engineering; Social sciences, law, business > Law > Mercantile and commercial law; TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING / Microwaves, TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING / Mobile & Wireless Communications, Microwave technology, WAP (wireless) technology